Parque Nacional da Gorongosa Moçambique

Gorongosa National Park offers something for everyone interested in African wildlife and spectacular scenery.

We have lions, elephants, buffalos, and many kinds of antelope, with frequent sightings of sable, impala, oribi, bushbuck, reedbuck, kudu, nyala, waterbuck, and (less frequently) zebra, hartebeest and eland. Lake Urema and its waterways support healthy populations of crocodiles and hippos.

The park’s birdlife is fantastic! About 400 species have been sighted in recent years. Many are endemics or near-endemics prized by birders. The Green-headed Oriole, for example, is found in southern Africa only on Mount Gorongosa, and the Moustached Warbler has been sighted at Chitengo and on the mountain.

Wildlife Game Drives (3 Hours)
Our trained guides can take you on early-morning and sunset game-viewing drives to view wildlife on the approximately 100 kilometers of game roads from Chitengo. The drives will traverse various ecosystems, including floodplains, miombo forest, and lowland savanna. Please make advance arrangements to make sure we can accommodate you. We’ll take you out in our Toyota Landcruiser with raised safari seats.

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Self Game Drives
If you prefer to drive your own vehicle you can do a wildlife self game drive. Please get your ticket at Chitengo Camp reception and do not forget to hand it in at the gate before you enter the road network. You will be given a brief course on the safety rules for self driving on Park roads. If you want to be accompanied by a guide, there will be at an extra cost of 240 MT ($10 USD). Be sure your vehicle is four-wheel drive with good ground clearance. Sedan cars are not recommended for game drives.

Trip to Vinho Community (2-3 Hours)
Take a 30 - 45 minute walk with our guide to the community of Vinho just outside the Park boundary. It is a 2km walk to the Pungue River, with some birding along the way. At the Pungue River there will be a short trip in a small boat. You may greet many of the Park's employees as they commute from Vinho on their way to work. You will also visit the new school and hospital that was recently built in the community.

Bué Maria Sundown (2-3 Hours)
This approximately 2-3 hour visit takes visitors to Bué Maria which overlooks the Pungue River to experience the beauty of a spectacular sunset. We will offer our guests a sundown drink and a peaceful moment with a beautiful view.

Note: Rates are subject to change