Expedition to the Boali Waterfalls, wild honey harvesting from giant forest trees with the Baka pygmies and encounters with western lowland gorillas and forest elephants in the legendary Dzanga-Sangha National Park
CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC
January 11 - 18, 2027 & March 3 - 10, 2027
Central Africal Republic
tour to Central Africal Republic
January 11 - 18, 2027 & March 3 - 10, 2027
Central Africal Republic
tour to Central Africal Republic
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Ethnic expedition Bayaka Baka pygmies CAR Congo DR Congo Dzanga-Sanga Iboga western lowland gorillas elephants Dzanga-Sanga
tour to Congo, tours to Africa, trekking gorillas
Have you ever stood face to face with a massive two-meter silverback gorilla? Have you followed Ba’Aka pygmies on a hunt or watched them gather wild honey from the tops of towering rainforest trees? Have you heard of the spirit of Ejengi or come close to the elusive forest elephants of Dzanga-Sangha?
All of this awaits deep within the remote jungles of the Central African Republic. Step into a world that feels straight out of a BBC or National Geographic expedition.
Blending rich indigenous culture with some of the wildest nature left on Earth, this expedition is designed for truly seasoned travelers.
All of this awaits deep within the remote jungles of the Central African Republic. Step into a world that feels straight out of a BBC or National Geographic expedition.
Blending rich indigenous culture with some of the wildest nature left on Earth, this expedition is designed for truly seasoned travelers.
Ethnic expedition Bayaka Baka pygmies CAR Congo DR Congo Dzanga-Sanga Iboga western lowland gorillas elephants Dzanga-Sanga Brazzavile tour Africa tour
SCHEDULE & COST:
Dates:
– January 11–18, 2027
– March 3–10, 2027
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Number of participants: 7–12 participants
Price per person:
– EUR 4,350 with 11–12 participants, or
– EUR 4,490 with 10 participants, or
– EUR 4,590 with 8–9 participants, or
– EUR 4,790 with 7 participants
10% early booking discount available:
– until August 11, 2026 (for the January 11–18, 2027)
– until October 3, 2026 (for the March 3–10, 2027)
Everything is included (including 2 domestic charter flights, gorilla permits, and full board), except:
– international flights to/from Bangui
– international medical insurance
– Central African Republic visa (approx. €220, issued on arrival in Bangui or can be obtained in advance at a CAR embassy in any other country).
Single supplement in hotels throughout the itinerary: EUR 420
Supplement for accommodation at Ledger Plaza Bangui in Bangui (double occupancy): EUR 370
Supplement for accommodation at Ledger Plaza Bangui in Bangui (single occupancy): EUR 790
TRAVEL PROGRAM: TOUR TO CAR
Day 1. January 11, 2027 (Monday) / March 3, 2027 (Wednesday). ARRIVAL IN BANGUI
Arrival in Bangui. Meeting with your local guide and transfer to the hotel. Check-in, dinner, and overnight at Obangui Hotel.
Meals included: dinner
Accommodation included: Obangui Hotel
Recommended flights for January 11, 2027 arrival:
– any flight arriving in Bangui at any time on January 11.
Recommended flights for March 3, 2027 arrival:
– any flight arriving in Bangui at any time on March 3.
Day 2. January 12, 2027 (Tuesday) / March 4, 2027 (Thursday). BANGUI – BOALI WATERFALLS – BANGUI
Breakfast, then departure from Bangui to visit the Boali Waterfalls from 08:00 to 15:30, including lunch at the waterfalls.
Return to Bangui, visit to the Russian House in Bangui, the handicraft market, and the main Central African Republic market in the city center.
Transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight at Obangui Hotel.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Obangui Hotel
Day 3. January 13, 2027 (Wednesday) / March 5, 2027 (Friday). BANGUI – BAYANGA – YAMDOUBE – BAKA PYGMY CAMP IN DZANGA-SANGHA
Breakfast and transfer to the airport. Morning flight from Bangui to Bayanga in Dzanga-Sangha National Park (approx. 2 hours). Arrival in Bayanga.
Transfer to the village of Yamdoubé, where we begin our trek to a Baka pygmy forest camp. We enter the rainforest on a 2–3 hour hike, crossing three rivers along the way. During the trek, we learn about medicinal plants and their traditional uses.
Arrival at the deep forest camp and set up tents. In the afternoon, fishing with Baka women.
At night, participation in dances and storytelling sessions around the fire.
Dinner prepared by our expedition chef and overnight in tents.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: tents
Day 4. January 14, 2027 (Thursday) / March 6, 2027 (Saturday). BAKA PYGMIES IN DZANGA-SANGH
ABreakfast, then departure on foot toward hunting grounds to participate in a traditional Baka net hunting activity.
We will also take part in honey gathering, as well as the collection of roots and medicinal plants. We will observe the traditional honey harvesting process from enormous forest trees — a unique technique mastered by the Baka pygmies.
Return to camp for lunch.
In the evening, time spent with the Baka community, including participation in their famous traditional dances, where the elusive and sacred forest spirit of the Baka — Ejengi — is believed to appear.
Dinner and overnight in tents.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: tents
Day 5. January 15, 2027 (Friday) / March 7, 2027 (Sunday). BAKA PYGMIES – YAMDOUBÉ – DOLI LODGE
After breakfast, we swim in the river and witness the famous Baka musical performance — the “water drums”, performed by women and children directly in the river.
We say goodbye to the Baka community and hike back through the rainforest to Yamdoubé village (2–3 hours). We visit a large village of more than 1,000 Baka people. Here there is still much to observe: a local market with bushmeat brought by hunters, a cinema hall reminiscent of the 1980s, and traditional Baka houses.
Transfer to the Doli Lodge.
Check-in at the lodge. After lunch, enjoy the idyllic landscapes of Dzanga-Sangha National Park. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Doli Lodge
Day 6. January 16, 2027 (Saturday) / March 8, 2027 (Monday). GORILLA TREK IN BAI HOKO – DOLI LODGE
Early breakfast, then drive approximately 50 km deep into the forest of Dzanga-Sangha National Park to Bai Hoko, the starting point of the gorilla trek. Briefing and permit formalities before the trek.
We set out in search of western lowland gorillas. The trek can take anywhere from 45 minutes to over an hour, depending on the location of the group.
We may spend up to 1 hour with the gorillas.
Due to strict regulations, only three participants are allowed per gorilla family visit. Therefore, the group will be split into smaller teams: some participants will visit gorillas on this day, while others will visit forest elephants instead, and rotate the following day.
Return to Doli Lodge, dinner, and overnight.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Doli Lodge
Day 7. January 17, 2027 (Sunday) / March 9, 2027 (Tuesday). DOLI LODGE – SANGO PEOPLE – ELEPHANT SAFARI IN DZANGA BAI – DOLI LODGE
After breakfast, a scenic canoe trip in dugout boats to observe the Sango people processing raffia palm and producing palm wine in the forest — a traditional production process.
Early lunch, then departure at 12:30 for Dzanga Bai safari. Arrival at the camp and continuation by vehicle (approx. 45 minutes) to reach the Dzanga Bai area.
2–3 hours of wildlife observation, including forest elephants, buffalo, sitatunga antelopes, bongo antelopes, and a wide variety of birds.
Dzanga Bai is a truly unique location, and this elephant safari will remain one of the most memorable highlights of the expedition.
Return to Doli Lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Doli Lodge
Day 8. January 18, 2027 (Monday) / March 10, 2027 (Wednesday). DZANGA-SANGHA NATIONAL PARK – BANGUI – DEPARTURE FLIGHT
Breakfast and check-out.
Morning or midday transfer by small charter aircraft from Bayanga back to Bangui. Arrival in the afternoon. Free time in Bangui.
We may visit the Russian Centre in the Central African Republic, a souvenir market, or other locations missed on Day 2, or enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Evening transfer to the airport. International departure flight.
Meals included: breakfast
Accommodation included: none
Recommended flights for January 18, 2027 departure:
– Ethiopian Airlines to Addis Ababa , departure from Bangui on January 19 at 13:40 (an additional night in Bangui is required), or
– any flight departing Bangui no earlier than 20:00 on January 18.
Recommended flights for March 10, 2027 departure:
– Ethiopian Airlines to Addis Ababa, departure from Bangui on March 11 at 13:40 (an additional night in Bangui is required), or
— any flight departing Bangui no earlier than 20:00 on March 10.
*The order of visits and activities may be adjusted depending on local conditions such as weather, road conditions, flight schedules, the location of the communities, security situation, and other external factors. If any visits or activities become unavailable due to such conditions, they will be replaced where possible.
**Participants in the Central African Republic expedition are expected to be highly motivated, respectful of local cultures, rituals, and traditions, aware of the nature of the journey and possible program changes, and able to adapt to remote and changing conditions.
– January 11–18, 2027
– March 3–10, 2027
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Number of participants: 7–12 participants
Price per person:
– EUR 4,350 with 11–12 participants, or
– EUR 4,490 with 10 participants, or
– EUR 4,590 with 8–9 participants, or
– EUR 4,790 with 7 participants
10% early booking discount available:
– until August 11, 2026 (for the January 11–18, 2027)
– until October 3, 2026 (for the March 3–10, 2027)
Everything is included (including 2 domestic charter flights, gorilla permits, and full board), except:
– international flights to/from Bangui
– international medical insurance
– Central African Republic visa (approx. €220, issued on arrival in Bangui or can be obtained in advance at a CAR embassy in any other country).
Single supplement in hotels throughout the itinerary: EUR 420
Supplement for accommodation at Ledger Plaza Bangui in Bangui (double occupancy): EUR 370
Supplement for accommodation at Ledger Plaza Bangui in Bangui (single occupancy): EUR 790
TRAVEL PROGRAM: TOUR TO CAR
Day 1. January 11, 2027 (Monday) / March 3, 2027 (Wednesday). ARRIVAL IN BANGUI
Arrival in Bangui. Meeting with your local guide and transfer to the hotel. Check-in, dinner, and overnight at Obangui Hotel.
Meals included: dinner
Accommodation included: Obangui Hotel
Recommended flights for January 11, 2027 arrival:
– any flight arriving in Bangui at any time on January 11.
Recommended flights for March 3, 2027 arrival:
– any flight arriving in Bangui at any time on March 3.
Day 2. January 12, 2027 (Tuesday) / March 4, 2027 (Thursday). BANGUI – BOALI WATERFALLS – BANGUI
Breakfast, then departure from Bangui to visit the Boali Waterfalls from 08:00 to 15:30, including lunch at the waterfalls.
Return to Bangui, visit to the Russian House in Bangui, the handicraft market, and the main Central African Republic market in the city center.
Transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight at Obangui Hotel.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Obangui Hotel
Day 3. January 13, 2027 (Wednesday) / March 5, 2027 (Friday). BANGUI – BAYANGA – YAMDOUBE – BAKA PYGMY CAMP IN DZANGA-SANGHA
Breakfast and transfer to the airport. Morning flight from Bangui to Bayanga in Dzanga-Sangha National Park (approx. 2 hours). Arrival in Bayanga.
Transfer to the village of Yamdoubé, where we begin our trek to a Baka pygmy forest camp. We enter the rainforest on a 2–3 hour hike, crossing three rivers along the way. During the trek, we learn about medicinal plants and their traditional uses.
Arrival at the deep forest camp and set up tents. In the afternoon, fishing with Baka women.
At night, participation in dances and storytelling sessions around the fire.
Dinner prepared by our expedition chef and overnight in tents.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: tents
Day 4. January 14, 2027 (Thursday) / March 6, 2027 (Saturday). BAKA PYGMIES IN DZANGA-SANGH
ABreakfast, then departure on foot toward hunting grounds to participate in a traditional Baka net hunting activity.
We will also take part in honey gathering, as well as the collection of roots and medicinal plants. We will observe the traditional honey harvesting process from enormous forest trees — a unique technique mastered by the Baka pygmies.
Return to camp for lunch.
In the evening, time spent with the Baka community, including participation in their famous traditional dances, where the elusive and sacred forest spirit of the Baka — Ejengi — is believed to appear.
Dinner and overnight in tents.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: tents
Day 5. January 15, 2027 (Friday) / March 7, 2027 (Sunday). BAKA PYGMIES – YAMDOUBÉ – DOLI LODGE
After breakfast, we swim in the river and witness the famous Baka musical performance — the “water drums”, performed by women and children directly in the river.
We say goodbye to the Baka community and hike back through the rainforest to Yamdoubé village (2–3 hours). We visit a large village of more than 1,000 Baka people. Here there is still much to observe: a local market with bushmeat brought by hunters, a cinema hall reminiscent of the 1980s, and traditional Baka houses.
Transfer to the Doli Lodge.
Check-in at the lodge. After lunch, enjoy the idyllic landscapes of Dzanga-Sangha National Park. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Doli Lodge
Day 6. January 16, 2027 (Saturday) / March 8, 2027 (Monday). GORILLA TREK IN BAI HOKO – DOLI LODGE
Early breakfast, then drive approximately 50 km deep into the forest of Dzanga-Sangha National Park to Bai Hoko, the starting point of the gorilla trek. Briefing and permit formalities before the trek.
We set out in search of western lowland gorillas. The trek can take anywhere from 45 minutes to over an hour, depending on the location of the group.
We may spend up to 1 hour with the gorillas.
Due to strict regulations, only three participants are allowed per gorilla family visit. Therefore, the group will be split into smaller teams: some participants will visit gorillas on this day, while others will visit forest elephants instead, and rotate the following day.
Return to Doli Lodge, dinner, and overnight.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Doli Lodge
Day 7. January 17, 2027 (Sunday) / March 9, 2027 (Tuesday). DOLI LODGE – SANGO PEOPLE – ELEPHANT SAFARI IN DZANGA BAI – DOLI LODGE
After breakfast, a scenic canoe trip in dugout boats to observe the Sango people processing raffia palm and producing palm wine in the forest — a traditional production process.
Early lunch, then departure at 12:30 for Dzanga Bai safari. Arrival at the camp and continuation by vehicle (approx. 45 minutes) to reach the Dzanga Bai area.
2–3 hours of wildlife observation, including forest elephants, buffalo, sitatunga antelopes, bongo antelopes, and a wide variety of birds.
Dzanga Bai is a truly unique location, and this elephant safari will remain one of the most memorable highlights of the expedition.
Return to Doli Lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Doli Lodge
Day 8. January 18, 2027 (Monday) / March 10, 2027 (Wednesday). DZANGA-SANGHA NATIONAL PARK – BANGUI – DEPARTURE FLIGHT
Breakfast and check-out.
Morning or midday transfer by small charter aircraft from Bayanga back to Bangui. Arrival in the afternoon. Free time in Bangui.
We may visit the Russian Centre in the Central African Republic, a souvenir market, or other locations missed on Day 2, or enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Evening transfer to the airport. International departure flight.
Meals included: breakfast
Accommodation included: none
Recommended flights for January 18, 2027 departure:
– Ethiopian Airlines to Addis Ababa , departure from Bangui on January 19 at 13:40 (an additional night in Bangui is required), or
– any flight departing Bangui no earlier than 20:00 on January 18.
Recommended flights for March 10, 2027 departure:
– Ethiopian Airlines to Addis Ababa, departure from Bangui on March 11 at 13:40 (an additional night in Bangui is required), or
— any flight departing Bangui no earlier than 20:00 on March 10.
*The order of visits and activities may be adjusted depending on local conditions such as weather, road conditions, flight schedules, the location of the communities, security situation, and other external factors. If any visits or activities become unavailable due to such conditions, they will be replaced where possible.
**Participants in the Central African Republic expedition are expected to be highly motivated, respectful of local cultures, rituals, and traditions, aware of the nature of the journey and possible program changes, and able to adapt to remote and changing conditions.
Cost includes:
• Private charter flight from Bangui to Bayanga (Dzanga Sangha park),
• private charter flight back from Bayanga (Dzanga Sangha park) to Bangui,
• accommodation in lodges and hotels based on TWIN rooms or DBL rooms (for couples),
• accommodation in camping based on SINGLE (or DBL for family couples),
• camping equipment: tents, mattresses, furniture, cooking stuff, dishware, cutlery,
• full board meals (3 times a day) along the whole itinerary,
• unlimited drinking mineral water along the whole itinerary,
• transport: minibus or Toyota Coaster bus in Bangui city, 4x4 jeep vehicles (3 participants in each car maximum) in other places, all with AC and experienced drivers,
• all airport transfers,
• all boats along the route,
• western lowland gorilla tracking in Dzanga Sangha NP,
• all safaris in Dzanga Sangha NP,
• all permits,
• all activities, visits and entrance fees along the itinerary,
• all ceremonies and folklore along the itinerary,
• governmental taxes,
• financial support of local communities/tribes,
• photo- and video shooting allowance,
• experienced English speaking professional guide along the whole itinerary,
• Russian-speaking and English-speaking team leader
Cost excludes (to be additionally paid):
• international flight to Bangui (CAR) roundtrip
• international medical insurance
• CAR visa (approx. €220, issued on arrival in Bangui or can be obtained in advance at a CAR embassy in any other country)
• tips
• alcohol, soft drinks and personal expenses
• single accommodation in lodges and hotels
To take with:
• sets of clothes suitable for the weather conditions, including lightweight clothes (shorts, T-shorts), and one set of warm clothes (hoody or light jacket), long sleeve clothes
• sun hat/panama
• swimwear
• raincoat
• comfortable trekking footwear, light footwear (sneakers)
• sleeping bag for warm weather
• sunblock set (cream, spray)
• various repellents (is a must!)
• sunglasses
• big backpack for stuff (up to 70 l)
• small backpack for radial walks (25 – 30 l)
• head torch
• mosquito net for sleeping place (is a must!)
• personal hygiene items (towel, wet tissues, soap) for camping
• individual medical kit (analgesics, antiseptic, antibiotic, antiviral, intestinal, multivitamins, rehydration, court plaster, your personal medications)
• anti malaria prevention pills (up to you to decide but recommended)
• yellow fever certificate (is a must!)
• favorite meals (chocolate, nuts)
• gifts for the tribes (up to you)
• photo and video camera, tripod
• power bank, batteries
• private charter flight back from Bayanga (Dzanga Sangha park) to Bangui,
• accommodation in lodges and hotels based on TWIN rooms or DBL rooms (for couples),
• accommodation in camping based on SINGLE (or DBL for family couples),
• camping equipment: tents, mattresses, furniture, cooking stuff, dishware, cutlery,
• full board meals (3 times a day) along the whole itinerary,
• unlimited drinking mineral water along the whole itinerary,
• transport: minibus or Toyota Coaster bus in Bangui city, 4x4 jeep vehicles (3 participants in each car maximum) in other places, all with AC and experienced drivers,
• all airport transfers,
• all boats along the route,
• western lowland gorilla tracking in Dzanga Sangha NP,
• all safaris in Dzanga Sangha NP,
• all permits,
• all activities, visits and entrance fees along the itinerary,
• all ceremonies and folklore along the itinerary,
• governmental taxes,
• financial support of local communities/tribes,
• photo- and video shooting allowance,
• experienced English speaking professional guide along the whole itinerary,
• Russian-speaking and English-speaking team leader
Cost excludes (to be additionally paid):
• international flight to Bangui (CAR) roundtrip
• international medical insurance
• CAR visa (approx. €220, issued on arrival in Bangui or can be obtained in advance at a CAR embassy in any other country)
• tips
• alcohol, soft drinks and personal expenses
• single accommodation in lodges and hotels
To take with:
• sets of clothes suitable for the weather conditions, including lightweight clothes (shorts, T-shorts), and one set of warm clothes (hoody or light jacket), long sleeve clothes
• sun hat/panama
• swimwear
• raincoat
• comfortable trekking footwear, light footwear (sneakers)
• sleeping bag for warm weather
• sunblock set (cream, spray)
• various repellents (is a must!)
• sunglasses
• big backpack for stuff (up to 70 l)
• small backpack for radial walks (25 – 30 l)
• head torch
• mosquito net for sleeping place (is a must!)
• personal hygiene items (towel, wet tissues, soap) for camping
• individual medical kit (analgesics, antiseptic, antibiotic, antiviral, intestinal, multivitamins, rehydration, court plaster, your personal medications)
• anti malaria prevention pills (up to you to decide but recommended)
• yellow fever certificate (is a must!)
• favorite meals (chocolate, nuts)
• gifts for the tribes (up to you)
• photo and video camera, tripod
• power bank, batteries
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