We recognize that vacations are not just an investment, but often the highlights of our lives, and we take that responsibility seriously. We want to ensure you have the best vacation experience.
Interested in a job in travel? Click here to learn: How to Become a Travel Agent
Categories: Ashford Castle
Categories: Boma
Located to the east of Brazzaville on the main road, the Bouenza region contains the Nkila-Ntari Caves, a tropical-fruit plantation and Lakes Malengue and Sinda. As beautiful as the lakes are, don't go in the water—it's filled with crocodiles and hip...
Categories: Bouenza Region
Brazzaville is the capital of the Republic of Congo. It is located on the banks of the Congo River, and is the Republic of Congo’s largest city and an important river port. The spectacular Livingstone Falls and Les Rapids are located on the edg...
Categories: Brazzaville
Categories: Conkouati Reserve
There are national parks besides Virunga and Kahuzi-Biega, but we're not that keen on any of them—what they offer is better managed in other countries. Among the country's other parks are the following:Garamba National Park—A large park in the northe...
Categories: Democratic Republic of Congo National Parks
Loubomo, the third-largest city in the Congo, is worth a day's visit to see the making of masks and other handicrafts, to visit the museum and to browse the markets. 170 mi/275 km west of Brazzaville.
Categories: Dolisie
The site of the Parc National d'Okapis, Epulu is a tiny village located in the Ituri rain forest. The rare okapi (similar to the giraffe, but with a shorter neck and legs and a purplish hue) can sometimes be found in the dense jungle surrounding the ...
Categories: Epulu
This old colonial town (on the Kinshasa-Matadi railway) has an excellent botanical garden, colonial homes, one of Africa's largest cathedrals and a 19th-century Catholic mission. 65 mi/105 km south of Kinshasa.
Categories: Inkisi
In the bamboo forests just north of Bukavu, this park is one of the last refuges of the endangered mountain gorillas. The gorillas, which are the same species studied by Dian Fossey (who wrote the book Gorillas in the Mist), live high on Mount Kahuzi...
Categories: Kahuzi-Biega National Park
Categories: Kelle
The country's capital and largest city (pop. 5,717,000) is on the Congo River directly across from Brazzaville, Republic of Congo. Presently, government curfews are in force in Kinshasa. When (and if) things return to normal there, be sure to visit S...
Categories: Kinshasa
Kisangani was known in colonial times as Stanleyville. Plan to stay one night in this city, located 760 mi/1,225 km northeast of Kinshasa.Today the former neighborhoods of Belgian expatriates have an atmosphere of decaying elegance—grand old houses h...
Categories: Kisangani
Copper is all-important in this southern town near the Zambian border. Visit the open-pit copper mines, or for a real adventure, take an excursion to Kamoto Mine, a complete underground city with automobiles and streetlights. 400 mi/645 km southeast ...
Categories: Kolwezi
This coastal area contains several notable cultural and historic sights, including the city of Pointe Noire. The traditional village of Diosso (20 mi/30 km from Pointe Noire) is where the Loango kings are buried. Note the cannons, which are fired on ...
Categories: Kouilou Region
This reserve, on the Lefini River, offers a wide variety of African wildlife viewing. It can be seen on a day trip from Brazzaville, but we think it's better to overnight in the area. You may want to take a tent, as the reserve lacks adequate accommo...
Categories: Lefini Reserve
This area has several natural wonders, including the Ogooue waterfall and the caves at Nembe, Mbaka and Bihoua. Interesting tribal arts and crafts (masks, in particular) are produced in the area. See if you can find the bridge across the Ogooue River...
Categories: Lekoumou Region
This large waterfall is located along the Congo River between Brazzaville and Boko. Boko has a nice hotel and restaurant located near the falls. Another big waterfall is southeast of Boko, at Bela—bring camping equipment if you plan to stay overnight...
Categories: Loufoulakare Waterfall
Located in the midst of beautiful mountains, between Beni and Parc-Central Rwindi, Lubero lies in a rich agricultural area. There's not much to do but enjoy some of the country's nicest scenery. 150 mi/240 km north of Bukavu.
Categories: Lubero
Set in a somewhat arid area near the Zambia border (in the south), Lubumbashi is the complete opposite of Kinshasa. A relatively compact city with gardens, nicely kept homes and red-dirt roads, it's worth a night's visit just to experience the differ...
Categories: Lubumbashi
Named "Equator" by Stanley in the 1880s, this pleasant city (pop. 206,000) at the meeting point of the Congo and Ruki Rivers has an Equator Museum (tribal artifacts), a beautiful road along the river and a fascinating river-port area. Visit Basoko (a...
Categories: Mbandaka
This area is known for its bat guano, which is mined from the many limestone caves in the area. The local Pygmies (Wambute tribe) have seen many tourists before you—although probably not recently—so don't expect a "pure" tribal experience. There's a ...
Categories: Mt. Hoyo
This resort town on the Atlantic Ocean offers nice beaches—a good place to spend one or two nights. 230 mi/370 km southwest of Kinshasa.
Categories: Muanda
Categories: Odzala-Kokoua National Park
This northern port and supply town on the Sangha River rates a visit only if you're already in the area. People-watching is the sole attraction. The diminutive Pygmies (who make up about 10% of Congo's population) live in nearby villages and often vi...
Categories: Ouesso
Pointe Noire is a simple and comfortable beach town, known more for its fresh seafood and as a gateway to see places like the Diosso Gorge, spectacular red rock canyons accented by low-laying vegetation. Sunbathing or dining at one of the scattered r...
Categories: Pointe Noir
Categories: Punia
This area of rain forest is home to Pygmies and other tribes. Sights include the Odzala National Park, Lake Manamingoye and Mount Nabemba (the highest peak in the country). 365 mi/590 km north of Brazzaville.
Categories: Sangha Region
Categories: Sibiti
When conditions are stable, this is a marvelous area with thermal/volcanic attractions and wild game. Right now, we don't recommend a visit. Located on the eastern border with Uganda, the park covers 4,633 sq mi/12,000 sq km and stretches from Lake K...
Categories: Virunga National Park
7-Nights Irish Elegance - Small Group
Price: $5,225 - # of Days: 7 days
Irish Elegance - Small GroupExperience the Wild Atlantic Way and journey from Galway to Killarney on this once in a lifetime tour of Ireland. In Dublin explore the cobbled courtyards of Trinity College, before gazing upon the 9th century Book of Kells. After an exploration of County Mayo and sojourn...
Package Details
7-Nights Irish Elegance - Classic Group
Price: $4,075 - # of Days: 7 days
Irish Elegance - Classic GroupExperience the Wild Atlantic Way and journey from Galway to Killarney on this once in a lifetime tour of Ireland. In Dublin explore the cobbled courtyards of Trinity College, before gazing upon the 9th century Book of Kells. After an exploration of County Mayo and sojou...
Package Details
9-Nights Ashford Castle and Ireland's Icons - Small Group
Price: $6,125 - # of Days: 9 days
Ashford Castle And Ireland's Icons - Small GroupGet up close and personal with the icons of Ireland on this 10-day guided tour. Bask in the beauty of Connemara’s wild landscape, stand upon the 700-foot-high Cliffs of Moher and admire 40 shades of green on the mystical the Ring of Kerry. On a MAKE TR...
Package Details
9-Nights Ashford Castle and Ireland's Icons - Classic Group
Price: $5,095 - # of Days: 9 days
Ashford Castle And Ireland's Icons - Classic GroupGet up close and personal with the icons of Ireland on this 10-day guided tour. Bask in the beauty of Connemara’s wild landscape, stand upon the 700-foot-high Cliffs of Moher and admire 40 shades of green on the mystical the Ring of Kerry. On a MAKE ...
Package Details
9-Nights Ashford Castle and Ireland's Icons
Price: $4,875 - # of Days: 9 days
Ashford Castle And Ireland's Icons - Classic GroupGet up close and personal with the icons of Ireland on this 10-day guided tour. Bask in the beauty of Connemara’s wild landscape, stand upon the 700-foot-high Cliffs of Moher and admire 40 shades of green on the mystical the Ring of Kerry. On a MAKE ...
Package Details
11-Nights Ultimate Ireland
Price: $9,725 - # of Days: 11 days
Ultimate IrelandFrom the Titanic shipyards in Belfast to the dance halls in Killarney, this tour of the Emerald Isle is guaranteed to delight. In Dublin, step into the Little Museum for a private after-hours meeting with esteemed author and museum founder Trevor White. Arrive at Ashford Castle in re...
Package Details
21-Nights Castles & Kingdoms
Price: $18,050 - # of Days: 21 days
Castles & KingdomsFrom London to Edinburgh and over the Irish Sea to Belfast and Killarney this adventure across Ireland and Great Britain pairs iconic sights with once in a lifetime experiences. Join the Yeoman Warder at the Tower of London and bear witness to the Ceremony of the Keys, the oldest p...
Package Details
13-Nights The Best of Ireland, Small Groups - Land Journey
Price: $9,490 - # of Days: 13 days
The Best of Ireland, Small Groups
Céad Mile Fáilte, Irish Gaelic for "one hundred thousand welcomes"... from the first dawning of a countryside morning to the setting sun over rolling green hills, an Irish welcome for visitors is genuine, exuding warm hospitality...
Tauck'...
Package Details
9-Nights Ultimate Ireland
Price: $9,450 - # of Days: 9 days
Ultimate IrelandFrom the mighty Titanic shipyards in Belfast to the cozy cottage of Tracey's Farmhouse, this tour of the Emerald Isle is guaranteed to delight. In Dublin, step into the Little Museum for a private after-hours meeting with esteemed author and museum founder Trevor White. Marvel at the...
Package Details
18-Nights Castles & Kingdoms
Price: $16,750 - # of Days: 18 days
Castles & KingdomsFrom London to Edinburgh and over the Irish Sea to Belfast and Killarney this adventure across Ireland and Great Britain pairs iconic sights with once in a lifetime experiences. Join the Yeoman Warder at the Tower of London and bear witness to the Ceremony of the Keys, the oldest p...
Package Details
Contact us for the latest Cong deals
Get a Free Cong Custom Vacation Quote