6-Day Mozambique's Wilderness: Gorongosa Restoration Project Safari

$4,780 - $6,245

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At A Glance

$4,780 - $6,245

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Duration

6 days

Children Under 12 Welcome

Tour Highlights

Canvas-tented suites with private viewing decks
Sundowners, game drives, and guided walking safaris
Diverse ecosystems with exceptional wildlife
Picnic lunches in the remote wilderness
Tranquil cycling along winding dirt paths
Insights at the E.O. Wilson Science Laboratories
Walks with rescued pangolins alongside the Pangolin Guardians
Visits to local communities supporting the Restoration Project

Overview

Set your sights on Gorongosa National Park, Mozambique's extraordinary triumph of ecological restoration. Thanks to remarkable conservation efforts, this once war-torn region has reclaimed its former majesty as one of the planet's most biodiverse havens.

Tucked away in a remote corner of reserve, your safari features canvas-tented suites, beginning with two nights at Muzimu Lodge and culminating in a three-night stay at Chicari Camp. The landscape around you ripples from vast floodplains and open grasslands to rainforest-clad mountains and lush wetlands, each teeming with remarkable wildlife.

Elephants rumble along the plains with their lumbering gait. In the woodlands, African wild dogs bound effortlessly in their packs, while suni antelope hide among the forest's thick undergrowth. Scientists, local guides, and nearby communities bear witness to nature's resilience and Mozambique's enduring commitment to restoring hundreds of species of wildlife to the region.

This itinerary is tailored for discerning travellers with an appreciation for knowledge as well as a thirst for nonstop action. Your days are filled with game drives, walking safaris, and educational retreats that provide a personal encounter with Gorongosa. Cycling sojourns offer serene moments in nature, while sundowners provide the perfect ending to each day.

Itinerary

Day to day
    • Muzimu Lodge offers a classic tented safari, hidden in a tranquil riverine forest.
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    • Game drives will bring you closer to wild dog sightings.
    • Muzimu Lodge offers a classic tented safari, hidden in a tranquil riverine forest.
    • Relax in the lounge with a cool drink after your morning game drive.
    • Gather around the firepit to enjoy lively conversation and sundowners.
    • Afternoons are best spent relaxing by the pool.
    • All meals are expertly prepared and served with a smile.
    • The indoor dining room.
    • The main area interior at Musimu.
    • Hippos are often seen lazily wading along the river.
    • A tented Suite at Muzimu, with a spacious viewing deck.
    • Tented Suite interior.
    • Game drives will bring you closer to wild dog sightings.
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    Itinerary information

    Upon arrival at Beira International Airport, a charter flight will whisk you to Chitengo Airstrip for your first two nights in a boutique tented suite at Muzimu Lodge. After settling in, a late-afternoon game drive offers a private glimpse of the park's iconic landscapes, with no other vehicles in sight. Sunset vistas are accompanied by light snacks and the clinking of wine glasses, before returning to camp for gourmet dining beneath a blanket of stars. 

    The sunrise greets you with a rejuvenated spirit, as birdsong and grasses whisper in the breeze, heralding your first full day on safari. After a leisurely breakfast, venture beyond the park to visit local communities, where thriving empowerment and sustainability projects are the cornerstone of the Gorongosa Restoration Project's humanitarian efforts. Return to camp for a tranquil stroll or cycle around the grounds, building an appetite for lunch on the quiet sanctuary of the main deck.

    As the afternoon ebbs, you set out on your second game drive at Muzimu, venturing deeper into the park in search of waterbuck congregating near the wetlands. The drive continues into the park's dense woodlands, where you may catch glimpses of elusive nocturnal birds, nightjars and owls, hidden among the treetops. After dinner, savour a nightcap by the dying embers of the firepit.

    Muzimu Lodge information

    Spacious tented lodging with private decks overlooking the reserve and channel below
    Supports conservation efforts and community development
    Showcases the globally acclaimed restoration of Gorongosa National Park
    Wellness centre offering massages and yoga
    Guided walking safaris and game drives through diverse regions
    Seasonal boating and safaris (early green season)

    Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

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      • Enjoy some of the best stargazing in Gorongosa's unpolluted night skies.
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      • Wild cats are a frequent sighting in Gorongosa.
      • Chicari Camp is set at the foot of a seasonally flooded pan.
      • The fire in front of camp will be lit and boiling water for your first coffee of the day before your morning game drive.
      • Dine with a view of the pan and the possibility of spotting passing wildlife.
      • Enjoy some of the best stargazing in Gorongosa's unpolluted night skies.
      • The seasonal pan attracts a wealth of species - particularly in the wet season.
      • Plenty of room to relax in between activities and meals.
      • Breakfast is a leisurely affair, with fresh ingredients and hearty meal options.
      • Gather around the firepit to enjoy the warmth and crackle of the campfire.
      • Your cosy safari tent interior.
      • Chicar's deck is perfectly positioned for a superb 'armchair' safari.
      • Game drives.
      • The communal lounge area.
      • The Treehide Tents are perfect for a family.
      • The Safari Tents are tucked just into the tree line for extra shade and privacy, while maximising the wilderness views out front.
      • Enjoys seasonal canoeing at Chicari Camp.
      • Gorongosa National Park is a birder's paradise.
      • A dinner setup out on the pan.
      Itinerary information

      A full day steeped in safari adventure awaits. Set out at dawn on a game drive into the park's most remote corners in search of elusive wildlife. Sip on aromatic brews in a clearing soaking in the morning sun. After breakfast, tread the wild alongside expert local guides, embracing a slower pace to marvel at the finer details of the bush. Pause for a picnic beneath the dappled shade of trees, before continuing to Chicari Camp for three nights. 

      Day four is dedicated to discovery. Begin with a morning safari that brings you face-to-face with the Pangolin Guardians, walking alongside rescued pangolins as you learn their stories. These walks form a crucial part of the pangolins’ rehabilitation process to allow them to forage safely, build up strength, and acclimate to the environment until they're ready to go off on their own. 

      Continue to the E.O. Wilson Science Laboratories—the first facility of its kind in Africa—where you'll gain insight into biodiversity research, ecology, and conservation biology.

      On your last full day in Gorongosa, choose between a game drive or walking safari before returning for a leisurely lunch of flavourful dishes. Spend the early afternoon unwinding in the tented lounge, spotting quiet creatures strolling the floodplains, then set out for your last game drive. As the sun dips beyond the horizon, sundowners mark a bittersweet close to your Gorongosa adventure.

      Chicari Camp information

      Set in the Gorongosa National Park – pioneers of environmental restoration
      Nestled in a secluded forest, in front of a seasonally inundated pan
      Rustic designer tented lodgings
      Walking safaris and game drives
      Excellent wildlife sightings including lions, pangolin and wild dogs
      Access to day trips including coffee tours and helicopter flights

      Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

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      Itinerary information

      Tuck into your final breakfast before departing on a mid-morning charter flight to Beira International Airport to continue your journey onwards.

      Bookings & Pricing

      Competitive Rates For Unforgettable Experiences

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      1 Jul 2027 - 30 Sep 2027

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      What’s Included?

      • Meals:
      • Muzimu Lodge : Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
      • Chicari Camp : Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
      • All necessary permits, conservancy and park fees
      • All activities specified, including morning and evening game drives each full day on safari
      • 24/7 assistance and support during your trip
      • Complete financial protection with our Money-Back Guarantee

      What’s Excluded?

      • Your international flights to and from Africa + any related taxes
      • Any travel visas you require (though we help you with this)
      • Tips
      • Personal items (eg. travel insurance, souvenirs)
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