Gorongosa National Park

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Gorongosa National Park

Overview

Gorongosa National Park โ€“ Africaโ€™s Greatest Safari Comeback

As the sun rises over mist-covered floodplains and the echo of a lionโ€™s call breaks the silence, Gorongosa National Park awakens with quiet power. Once ravaged by war and forgotten by time, this extraordinary wilderness has risen againย  reborn as one of Africaโ€™s most meaningful and exclusive safari destinations. For Camptrek Safaris guests, Gorongosa offers a rare luxury: space, privacy, and the privilege of witnessing natureโ€™s greatest revival story unfold.

Set at the southern end of the Great Rift Valley, Gorongosa is a mosaic of ecosystemsย  vast savannahs, shimmering wetlands, ancient woodlands, and the rainforest-clad Mount Gorongosa. Wildlife has returned in remarkable numbers, with elephants, lions, hippos, buffalo, and diverse antelope reclaiming the land. Unlike crowded safari circuits, encounters here feel deeply personal, guided by expert conservation-minded trackers who bring the parkโ€™s powerful history to life.

Luxury in Gorongosa is understated yet profound. Intimate lodges blend seamlessly into the landscape, offering refined comfort, personalized service, and immersive experiences rooted in conservation and community impact. Camptrek Safaris curates bespoke journeys from private game drives to behind-the-scenes conservation encountersย  ensuring each safari is exclusive, meaningful, and unforgettable.

Highlights

Exclusive, Crowd-Free Safaris: Private game drives in a vast, untouched wilderness

 

Wildlife Restoration Story: Lions, elephants, hippos, buffalo, and rare antelope thriving again

 

Diverse Landscapes: Floodplains, savannahs, forests, and Mount Gorongosa rainforest

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Places to Visit in Gorongosa National Park

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Where to Stay in Gorongosa National Park

Chobe Chilwero Lodge

Hotel in Chobe National Park

Little Makalolo Camp

Hotel in Hwange National Park

Mbweha camp

Hotel in Kenya

Mombo Camp

Hotel in Botswana

The Ritz-Carlton, Masai Mara Safari Camp

Hotel in Kenya

Ashnil Mara Camp

Hotel in Mara Plains โ€“ Maasai Mara

Little Mombo Camp

Hotel in Botswana

Asila Olpejeta Bush Camp

Hotel in Ol Pejeta โ€“ Laikipia

The Plettenberg SLH Hotel

Hotel in Botswana

When to Visit Gorongosa National Park

May โ€“ October: Dry season, best wildlife viewing, classic safari conditions

November โ€“ April: Green season with lush landscapes, dramatic skies, and exceptional

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Meet Our Luxury Travel Specialists

John Njoroge

Director Camptrek Safaris

Africa Travel Specialist

25+ Years Experience

Lucy Kagure

Africa Travel Specialist

Africa Travel Specialist

5+ Years Experience

Carine Muzana

Lead Travel Advisor โ€“ Gorilla Trekking (Rwanda & Uganda)

Eastern Africa Travel Specialist

15+ Years Experience

Margaret Nyambura

Africa Travel Specialist

Eastern Africa Travel Specialist

5+ Years Experience

Rose Khasiala

Africa Travel Specialist

Eastern Africa Travel Specialist

5+ Years Experience

Augustine Mwaura

Africa Travel Specialist

Africa Travel Specialist

3+ Years Experience

Kennedy Mwangi

IT Systems & Technology Lead

Africa Travel Specialist

7+ Years Experience

Simon Seno

Business Development Lead

Southern Africa Travel Specialist

5+ Years Experience

Benson Wainaina

Safari Guide & Driver

Africa Travel Specialist

15+ Years Experience

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