DRC Tourism
    Scientific Research Expedition

    Bili-Uele Scientific Expedition

    10–14 Days · Research · Primate Science · True Wilderness

    10–14 days
    €6,500 per person
    Max 4 participants
    Year-round (best June-September)
    Back to All Experiences
    "Hands-on participation in biodiversity and primate studies in one of Africa's most important and least-studied ecosystems."
    Partnership: Conservation Scientists · Bili-Uele Research Teams · ICCN

    What's Included

    Chimpanzee behavior & primate ecology fieldwork
    Camera-trap monitoring & wildlife surveys
    Forest–savanna transition ecosystem studies
    Biodiversity data collection & reporting
    Ranger-led forest expeditions
    Research briefings & data interpretation
    Low-impact expedition camps
    All meals and transfers
    24/7 support

    Not Included

    International flights, visa, travel insurance, tips

    Ready to explore Bili-Uele Scientific Expedition?

    Our travel experts can craft a personalized itinerary for your Congo adventure.

    Plan My Trip

    Measurable Impact Commitments

    Conservation

    • €2,100 → Research & conservation (35%)
    • Primate monitoring

    Community

    • €1,900 → Communities (32%)
    • Local employment

    Biodiversity

    • Long-term primate research
    • Ecosystem health monitoring

    Partner Communities & Projects

    Primary Partners

    • Conservation Scientists
    • Bili-Uele Research Teams
    • ICCN

    Specific Beneficiaries

    • Chimpanzee populations
    • Research community
    • Local rangers

    Monitoring & Reporting

    Pre-Trip

    • Research authorization
    • Pre-departure briefing mandatory

    During Trip

    • Scientific protocols
    • Data collection

    Post-Trip

    • Research certificate
    • Publication collaboration

    Proof-of-Concept for Biodiversity Financing

    Revenue to research: 35%
    Revenue to communities: 32%
    Scientific contribution

    Book This Experience

    Booking available soon
    Apply for Private Consultation

    Last updated: February 2026

    Reviewed by DRCTourism Research Team — Travel Experiences Division

    Customer Reviews

    Official DRC Tourism Trip Planner

    Want to combine this with other DRC corridors?

    Add this experience into a bespoke multi-corridor itinerary — our experts will design and reply within 24 hours.

    Free to use · No payment required · Reviewed by real DRC experts