The Democratic Republic of Congo is a large nation in Central Africa, and it is known above all for its vast rainforests and the mighty Congo River that runs through them. For a visitor, the country is less a single destination than a region of wide landscapes, where the forest and the river shape almost everything else.
What a visit offers
- Rainforest landscapes
- The Congo River, one of the great waterways of the continent
- Diverse wildlife, which is part of what draws travellers to the region
- Rich mineral resources, an important part of the country's economy
Because the country is so large, travel tends to be a matter of choosing a few places and a clear purpose rather than trying to see everything. Those who come for the forest and the river will find that these two features anchor most itineraries, and that the wildlife is best approached with a specific interest in mind.
Visitors weighing a trip should plan carefully, researching the regions they wish to reach and the conditions there before they set out. Those interested in wild, large-scale natural settings, and in a part of Africa that many travellers know less well, may find the Democratic Republic of Congo a rewarding place to consider.
