Garamba National Park: Congo's Last Savannah Wilderness 2025
About This Experience
Garamba National Park is the Democratic Republic of Congo's premier savannah safari destination—5,000 square kilometers of pristine grasslands, woodlands, and wetlands in the remote northeast. This is where Congo's rainforests give way to sweeping savannahs, home to elephants, buffalo, hippos, lions, and the world's last remaining population of Kordofan giraffes.
Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
- Charter flight Kinshasa → Garamba (3 hours)
- Arrival at Nagero airstrip, transfer to tented camp
- Park orientation and camp settling
- Sunset game drive (first wildlife viewing)
- Night at Garamba Tented Camp
Best Time to Visit
Dry Season (Recommended)
June - September & December - February
- Best trekking conditions
- Clearer views and visibility
- Optimal wildlife viewing
Rainy Season
March - May & October - November
- Fewer tourists
- Lush green landscapes
- Muddy trails possible
What to Bring
Clothing
- • Sturdy hiking boots
- • Long pants & sleeves
- • Rain jacket
- • Warm layers
- • Sun hat
Equipment
- • Camera
- • Binoculars
- • Daypack
- • Water bottle
- • Headlamp
Essentials
- • Passport
- • Travel insurance
- • Sunscreen
- • Insect repellent
- • Personal medications
What's Included
- Charter flights (Kinshasa-Garamba-Kinshasa)
- All accommodation (tented camp, full board)
- All game drives with professional guide
- Walking safari (if available)
- Night drives (if available)
- Park fees and permits (€380-570)
- All meals and drinking water
- 24/7 support and satellite communication
Not Included
- International flights
- DRC e-visa (€92-135)
- Kinshasa accommodation (€190-380/night)
- Yellow fever vaccination (mandatory)
- Travel insurance with medical evacuation
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips (guides €40-75/day, camp staff €20-40/day)
- Personal expenses
Important Information
Visa Requirements
Most nationalities require a visa to enter DRC. Tourist visas can be obtained on arrival at major airports (€92-150) or through DRC embassies.
Health Requirements
Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory. We recommend consulting a travel medicine specialist 6-8 weeks before departure. Malaria prophylaxis is strongly recommended.
Fitness Level
This tour requires moderate fitness levels. Please consult with us if you have any health concerns.
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