Garamba Giraffe Safari
Track the Last Kordofan Giraffes
A 4–6 day private expedition into Garamba National Park to track one of the rarest giraffe subspecies on Earth — fewer than 2,000 remain worldwide.
Why This Safari Matters
Garamba National Park, established in 1938 and inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1980, is one of Africa's oldest protected areas. It is the last stronghold for the Kordofan giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis antiquorum) in the DRC — a subspecies whose global population has fallen below 2,000 individuals.
Since 2005, Garamba has been co-managed by the Institut Congolais pour la Conservation de la Nature (ICCN) and African Parks. Anti-poaching technology, K9 units, ranger training, and community programmes have stabilised wildlife populations after decades of conflict-driven decline.
This 4–6 day expedition is for serious wildlife travellers, conservation philanthropists, and photographers who want exclusivity and impact in equal measure. Every booking funds rangers, communities, and the protection of one of Africa's last great savanna ecosystems.
What's Included on Safari
Kordofan Giraffe Tracking
Pre-dawn departures with expert African Parks trackers across the northern savannas.
Anti-Poaching Patrol
Ride alongside rangers, see K9 units, drones and live conservation tech in action.
Garamba River Safari
Boat safari for hippos, crocodiles, shoebill stork and elephants along the Garamba.
Conservation Briefing
Closed-door briefing with park warden on landscape recovery and wildlife protection.
Community Visit
Meet community programmes in Faradje or Dungu funded by tourism revenue.
Private Group Format
Small-group expeditions, typically 6–8 departures per year. Highly exclusive.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
- Charter flight from Kinshasa via Bunia or Isiro
- Transfer to Nagero (park HQ)
- Welcome briefing with African Parks team
- Sundowner at the airstrip lookout
- Dinner at Nagero camp
What's Included
- Charter flights (Kinshasa ⇄ Garamba)
- All accommodation at Nagero/luxury tented camps
- Park entry & conservation fees
- Expert African Parks-trained trackers and guides
- All meals and beverages on safari
- Direct conservation contribution (US$ 250+ per traveller)
- Ground transfers
Not Included
- International flights to/from Kinshasa
- DRC tourist e-visa
- Travel insurance with medical evacuation
- Yellow fever vaccination
- Personal expenses, premium spirits & laundry
- Gratuities for guides and rangers
Practical Information
Best Time to Visit
Dry season (Dec–Mar and Jun–Sep) for best wildlife concentration around the Garamba River and passable roads.
Getting There
Charter flight from Kinshasa (included) to Nagero airstrip via Bunia or Isiro. No overland tourist route.
Safety
Fully secured tourism corridor managed by African Parks: armed ranger escorts, charter access only, 24/7 communications.
Fitness Level
Moderate. Most activities are vehicle and boat-based. Optional walks of 3–5 km on uneven ground.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan Your Garamba Giraffe Safari
Garamba operates with very limited departures (typically 6–8 small-group expeditions per year). We recommend enquiring 4–6 months in advance. A 70% deposit secures your spot.