Congo Tour 2

Arrive in Brazzaville, the capital city of the Republic of Congo. Visit cultural landmarks such as the Basilique Sainte-Anne, the Presidential Palace, and the Poto-Poto neighborhood known for its art galleries. Explore the markets and waterfront along the Congo River.

Travel to Pointe-Noire, Congo's coastal hub, transfert by flight. Travel to Conkouati-Douli National Park Conkouati-Douli National Park is located in the Republic of the Congo, spanning coastal regions and extending into the interior. It is situated to the northwest of Pointe-Noire, the country's second-largest city. Morning : Depart from the hotel to the National Park, arrive at Conkouati-Douli National Park ; the drive typically takes around 2 hours, but it can vary depending on road conditions.

Relax on the beaches of Pointe-Noire and indulge in water activities like swimming and snorkeling. Drive to Diosso to visit the Diosso gorges known as the grand Canyon of the Republic of Congo. Visite of the Loango Kingdom a precolonial African State During the 16th and the 19th Century. Explore the city's markets and waterfront promenade.

Depart for Dolisie, a city known for its vibrant markets and cultural heritage. Visit of the blue lack an amazing natural lack coulored in blue very attracting and nice to relaxe after a long drive from pointe noire. After the lack it’s time to visit the local attractions such as the Dolisie Cathedral and the Locomotive Monument. Interact with the friendly locals and experience the laid-back atmosphere of the city.

Travel to Lesio-Louna Reserve, a wildlife sanctuary located northeast of Brazzaville. Embark on guided nature walks and wildlife safaris to spot native species such as gorillas, chimpanzees, and forest elephants. Make a stop in Mfila, a village near Mouyondzi, to visit the NKILA NTARI Cave. Exploring this beautiful and unique place in our country is an unforgettable experience that will leave you eager to return. Pause in Brazzaville for an overnight stay, then resume the journey the following morning.

Spend the day exploring the reserve, engaging in various activities such as birdwatching, canoeing, and visiting local villages. Learn about conservation efforts and community initiatives aimed at protecting the region's biodiversity.

Upon arrival in the village, continue driving to the Pygmies' village. Full day activities with the Baka Pygmies. We will experience Baka way of hunting and climbing the tree for collecting honey. In the evening, Iboga practices. Pygmies in this area are practicing hallucinogen effect of Iboga tree. They usually do it at night. It is practiced in a different way to the Bwiti ritual in Gabon. The Iboga tree is central to the Bwiti spiritual practices in West-Central Africa, mainly Gabon, Cameroon and the Republic of the Congo, where the alkaloid-containing roots or bark are used in various ceremonies to create a near-death experience. Iboga is taken in massive doses by initiates of this spiritual practice, and on a more regular basis is eaten in smaller doses in connection with rituals and tribal dances performed. In the evening continue driving south up to Makoua (145 km). Late arrival in Makoua and overnight in the Hotel Le Fleur.

After breakfast, we celebrate crossing of the equator in old city of Makoua. Departure for the Gamboma village, capital of the old kingdom of the Tékés to meet King Makoko (275 km). Arrival and installation in the Baobab hotel (basic amenities). We attend Mabo dance in Makoua. Dinner and night in Boabab Hotel.

Breakfast, drive to Odziba and further to Mbe (200 km). At the crossroads of Odziba, the road on the right leads to Mbé, capital of the Tékés, located 55 km east of Odziba. A large village in the Plateaux region, Mbé has preserved some vestiges of the heroic era when the agglomeration was the capital of a vast kingdom of 85 000 square km, extending over the Congo and the former Zaire, on both sides. Meeting with King Makoko. You can still see in Mbé the royal residence of Makoko, a brick house and a stele commemorating the signing of the famous treaty of 1880. It is indeed here that French explorer De Brazza made his first encounter with the Makoko Ilôo 1st, of which he kept a dazzled memory. Then we will continue towards Ngabé, 40 km west of Mbé. Arrival in Ngabé and installation at Touristic Lodge Ngabe.

After breakfast, meeting with the Queen, delivery of gifts brought. It was in Ngabé, a small port on the Congo River, that the wives of the Tékés kings once resided, the first of whom, "La Ngassa", bore the title of Queen and played a major role in the Kingdom. She was often chosen to become the guardian of sacred objects, in particular "Nkwembali", the spirit of the kingdom residing in the sacred cataract. One of the last of these Queens, Ngalifourou, wife of King Makoko Ngankia, lived in Mbé until 1958 and her family has kept her ebony bust. According to those close to her, Ngalifourou had magical powers: she could make rain fall, transform herself into a man or an Animal and command wild animals. We will attend the traditional mask dance of Kébé-Kébé. Explore surroundings of Ngabé, short drive by canoe along Congo river to the local villages of fishermen. Dinner and overnight at Touristic Lodge Ngabe. Accommodation included: Ngabe Lodge Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

On the way we will visit the Valley of the Butterflies, at the edge of a small clear stream. Arrival in Brazzaville and transfer to the Hotel de la Paix. Later in the afternoon we will meet the vivid Congolese Sapeurs (Dandies) around in the Brazzaville downtown. Craft market. Dinner, overnight.