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Democratic Republic of the Congo

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is rainforest and river country. Across vast forest, the Congo River winds through the country, and mountain gorillas live in the eastern Virunga highlands.

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Landmark3.8/5

Okapi Wildlife Reserve

This forest reserve protects okapi in the Ituri rainforest, where winding rivers run beneath a dense canopy. Along the Epulu River, cicadas hum under bird calls, and Mbuti communities harvest honey in forest camps.

Landmark4.1/5

Congo Rainforest

This Central African rainforest spans six countries, with rivers, flooded forests and savannas breaking up its canopy. Forest elephants, bonobos and gorillas live here. It's the world's second-largest tropical forest.

Landmark4.3/5

Lake Kivu

This Central African lake stretches between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with mountains rising along its shores. Its deep water holds dissolved methane and carbon dioxide.

Landmark4.7/5

Volcanoes National Park

This Rwandan national park protects mountain-gorilla habitat in the Virunga Mountains. Guided treks lead through forest to find a gorilla family, sometimes close enough to watch them at work.

Eat$$$$$4.5/5

Soy Asian Table

Kigali's Asian restaurant blends Asian, European and African influences across its menu. Chicken spring rolls come with homemade sweet chili sauce.

Landmark4.6/5

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Welcome to the incredible Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda! This bewitching haven is a must-visit for any adventurous soul. Get ready to embark on thrilling treks through dense foliage, marvel at the vibrant wildlife, and encounter the majestic mountain gorillas up close. Dive into the jungle and get lost in this tropical paradise where nature truly reigns supreme. Get your Indiana Jones on and brace yourself for an unforgettable expedition!

Cafe$$$4.6/5

Question Coffee Gishushu

Coffee campus with several sitting rooms, work tables and a back balcony. You can join a tour focused on the coffee.

Landmark4.3/5

Inema Arts Centre

Tree-bark art gallery in Kigali with paintings on canvas and recycled materials. A cafe sits outside, beside merchandise made by local women.

Eat4/5

MAMAN Colonel Ngaliema

Eat4/5

Laliga - Lounge/Bar/Restaurant

Eat$$$4.2/5

Cafe Roots

Eat4.4/5

il Rasentino

Eat$$$$$3.8/5

Maison de France

Drink5/5

Le Bar

Stays

Stay4.2/5

Hilton Kinshasa

Hilton Kinshasa in Kinshasa offers 5-star comfort with family rooms, interconnected rooms, and sea or river views. Each room features air-conditioning, free WiFi, and modern amenities. Guests can enjoy a sauna, fitness centre, sun terrace, restaurant, and bar. Additional facilities include a steam room, fitness room, and free on-site private parking. The family-friendly restaurant serves African, French, Peruvian, and international cuisines. Breakfast options include continental, American, buffet, and Asian. Highly rated for its attentive staff, comfortable rooms, and impeccable cleanliness.

Stay$$$3.85/5

Hotel Memling

Set in Kinshasa 10 minutes from the National Museum of Congo, Hotel Memling offers free WiFi and features an outdoor swimming pool. The property boasts a sun terrace and a fitness centre also has secure parking on site. The rooms in the property are carpeted and air conditioned. They are fitted with a flat screen TV with cable and satellite channels, wardrobe and desk. Some units have a dining area while all feature a seating area. Every room comes with a minibar, an electric kettle and a view of the pool. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries. A buffet and continental breakfast is served each morning at the property. Hotel Memling has a bar and restaurant where guests can have a drink and dine. You can get the help and advice you need at the 24-hour front desk at the accommodation. The nearest airport Ndjili International Airport is set 23 km from the property. Hotel Memling offers airport shuttle services to its guests.

Stay$$$$3.75/5

Pullman Kinshasa Grand Hotel

Offering magnificent views over the Congo River., the 5-star Pullman Kinshasa Grand Hotel is located in the Gombe area of the city of Kinshasa. It offers an outdoor pool and fitness centre. The luxurious, modern rooms and suites are equipped with air conditioning, private bathroom and flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The hotel has 3 restaurants and bars, serving international, gourmet and Mediterranean cuisine. Room service is also available. Pullman Kinshasa has a 24-hour front desk and offers meeting and conference facilities. You can play tennis and squash at the hotel. Kinshasa Golf Club is 3 km away and N'Djili International Airport is located 25 km from the hotel.

Stay4.15/5

Hôtel Cap Kivu

Cap Kivu Hôtel in Goma offers direct beachfront access with stunning lake views. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or enjoy the lush garden. Rooms feature private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and balconies. Additional amenities include free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and modern conveniences such as minibars and microwaves. The hotel features a restaurant and bar, providing breakfast and dining options. A fitness centre and waterpark enhance the leisure experience. Private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge service ensure a comfortable stay. Goma International Airport is 3 km away.

Stay$$$3.05/5

Sultani Hotel

Located in Kinshasa, 1 km from the City Centre and 600 m from Fleuve Congo, Sultani Hotel boasts a restaurant, bar and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Free private parking is available on site. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels is featured. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. The hotel also offers car hire. Golf De Kinshasa is within 4 minutes' drive from Sultani Hotel, while Protestant Church is 1.3 km away.

Stay4.7/5

CONGO RIVER LODGE

Stay4/5

Hotel Royal

Hotel in Kinshasa with large rooms, a restaurant and breakfast buffet.

Stay3.6/5

Béatrice Hotel

This Kinshasa hotel has a striking building, meeting spaces, and breakfast spanning several cuisines.

Stay4.7/5

Elephant Plains Lodge Uganda

Katunguru lodge with park views and spacious rooms.

Things To Do
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Kisangani City Tour

Consequently, the Kisangani City Tour will help you exploring this city that has confirmed itself as a strategic position during the colonization. The impressive colonial architectures, unique dryland forest, flooded forest and swampy forest, in-person contacts with people culture and life, breathtaking falls as well as an unmatched experience on Congo River are set of what the Tour of Kisangani is offering. The visit has two sequences of 3 to 4 hours each. The first is about the tour of Kisangani, while the second is about Mbiye Island Visit.

$42.77

2 h

Romantic tour in Bukavu

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. The city has over 100 art deco buildings that were constructed during Belgian colonial rule and proposals have been made to preserve these so that the city can be a tourist attraction for architecture enthusiasts. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. Bukavu has numerous lakeside wharves and boat transport is used extensively in the Congolese waters of the lake. This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

$468.02

2 h

Romantic tour in Mbuji-Mayi (Bakwanga)

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. It is the third largest city in the country. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. Did you know that as a commercial center, Mbuji-Mayi handles most diamond mining, panning, and production in the Congo? The city had always been a major source of the world's diamonds and that did not change after independence. Mbuji-Mayi lies in Luba country on the Sankuru River. The name Mbuji-Mayi comes from the local language. This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!