Ngaga Camp is a rustic and authentic retreat that offers you the rare opportunity to track and observe the endangered western lowland gorillas in their natural habitat. Ngaga Camp is located just outside the Odzala-Kokoua National Park, one of Africa’s oldest and most biodiverse protected areas, home to a wealth of wildlife and stunning landscapes. Ngaga Camp consists of six thatched chalets, built on stilts among the trees. The chalets are simple but comfortable, with en-suite bathrooms, mosquito nets, ceiling fans and solar-powered lighting. Each chalet has a private deck with views over the forest canopy, home to birds and monkeys. There is a star deck and fire pit for communal evening gatherings, and a natural swimming spot on the Ngaga Stream below the camp. The gorilla tracking experience is led by expert guides and researchers from the Congo Conservation Company. You will have the chance to visit two habituated groups of gorillas, each with about 25 individuals, and observe their behaviour from a respectful distance. Besides gorillas, there are birding walks, night walks, and village visits. You can also visit other camps in the Odzala-Kokoua National Park, such as Lango Camp and Mboko Camp, which offer different experiences such as canoeing, kayaking, river cruises and savanna safaris.
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Ngaga Camp is not only a place for adventure and discovery, but also a place for sustainability and community empowerment. The camp is committed to conserving the gorillas and their habitat, as well as supporting the local people who live in harmony with them. The camp employs local staff, uses local materials and sources local food. The camp also supports various projects that benefit the local communities, such as education, health care, infrastructure development and alternative livelihoods. The camp works closely with the local Ba’Aka pygmies, who are the indigenous people of the forest and have a rich culture and knowledge of nature. The camp respects their traditions and customs, and invites them to share their stories, songs and dances with the guests.
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