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CRUISE INTO CONGO BASIN

15 NIGHTS – 13 NIGHTS – 8 NIGHTS 

A journey to the heart of Africa, far from the crowd

Embark today on a journey in the heart of one of the most difficult to access and least known regions in the world: the Congo Basin.

Let yourself be carried away on an cruise on one of the most powerful rivers in the world, through a country of hills and cathedral forests. Unravel the mysteries of the equatorial forest of Central Africa, the second largest green lung on the planet with its 2 million km². Share the daily life of its peoples.

Live the experience of crossing a region cut off from the world. Witness the power of nature and admire the landscape of the Sangha. In the Park, you will be able to observe birds, elephants, gorillas if lucky your are, Bongos, sitatungas and others animals from the forest. It is aboard motorboats that we will go daily to discover the villages and the spirit on the congolese, going up the tributaries towards the clearings to observe fauna and flora.

Finally, learn more and more with our guides and our guests on the diversity, the great challenges of the Republic of Congo and its ecosystem.

Aboard the Princess Ngalessa, just out of the yard, enjoy nearly 550 miles of the softness and comfort of our ship. Admire, comfortably seated on the passageway, the last bursts of a world in full evolution, discover the last truly wild forests of a world during this cruise

This is the journey to which we invite you.

SEASON 2025/2026

8 NIGHTS CRUISE : The Mighty Congo River Cruise (Congo & Alima)

8 nights, from 4 575 € per adult (see cabins and rates)

Dates

April 17 – April 25, 2025

Mighty Congo: from the Congo River to the Alima 

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May 2 – May 10, 2025

Mighty Congo: From the Alima to the Congo River

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June 1 – June 9, 2025

Mighty Congo: From the Alima to the Congo River

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June 17 – June 25, 2025

Mighty Congo: from the Congo River to the Alima 

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July 12 – July 20, 2025

Mighty Congo: from the Congo River to the Alima 

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July 24 – August 1, 2025

Mighty Congo: From the Alima to the Congo River

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December 30 – January 7, 2025

Mighty Congo: from the Congo River to the Alima 

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January 11 – January 19, 2025

Majestic Congo: From Oyo to Brazzaville, from the Alima to the Congo River

13 NIGHTS CRUISE : the Great Ascent or descent of the Congo and Sangha Rivers

13 nights, from 7 000 € per adult (see cabins and rates)

Dates

September 15 - September 28, 2025

The Great Explorers:  from the Sangha to the Congo River (Ouesso to Brazzaville)

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October 30 - November 12, 2025

The Great Explorers: from the Congo River to the Sangha (Brazzaville to Ouesso)

15 NIGHTS CRUISE : the great ascent or descent of the Congo and Sangha rivers : 3 countries, 2 parks, bonobos tracking

15 nights, from 9 525 € per adult (see cabins and rates)

Dates

May 26 - May 31, 2025 (FULL)

The Great Explorers: from the Congo River to the Sangha, via the Alima: Dzanga Sangha National Park, Bonobo Tracking in the DRC

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August 16 - August 31, 2025 (FULL)

The Great Explorers: from the Congo River to the Sangha, via the Alima: Dzanga Sangha National Park, Bonobo Tracking in the DRC

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September 1 - September 16, 2025 (FULL)

The Great Explorers: from the Congo River to the Sangha, via the Alima: Dzanga Sangha National Park, Bonobo Tracking in the DRC

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September 29 - October 14, 2025 (FULL)

The Great Explorers: from the Congo River to the Sangha: Dzanga Sangha National Park, Bonobo Tracking in the DRC

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September 29 - October 14, 2025 (FULL)

The Great Explorers: from the Congo River to the Sangha: Dzanga Sangha National Park, Bonobo Tracking in the DRC

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September 1 - September 16, 2025 (FULL)

The Great Explorers: from the Congo River to the Sangha: Dzanga Sangha National Park, Bonobo Tracking in the DRC

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September 29 - October 14 ... Bonobos in the DRC

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October 13 - October 28, 2025 (FULL)

The Great Explorers: from the Congo River to the Sangha: Dzanga Sangha National Park, Tracking Bonobos in the DRC

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December 5 - December 20, 2025 (FULL)

The Great Explorers: from the Congo River to the Sangha: Dzanga Sangha National Park, Tracking Bonobos in the DRC

SEASON 2026/2027

8 NIGHTS CRUISE : The Mighty Congo River Cruise (Congo & Alima)

8 nights, from 4 575 € per adult (see cabins and rates)

Dates

April x – April x, 2026

Mighty Congo: from the Congo River to the Alima 

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May x – May x, 2026

Mighty Congo: From the Alima to the Congo River

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13 NIGHTS CRUISE : the Great Ascent or descent of the Congo and Sangha Rivers.

13 nights, from 6 100 € per adult (see cabins and rates)

Dates

April x – April x, 2026

Great ascent of the Congo and Sangha Rivers

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May x – May x, 2026

Great descent of the Congo and Sangha Rivers

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15 NIGHTS CRUISE : the great ascent or descent of the Congo and Sangha rivers : 3 countries, 2 parks, bonobos tracking. 

15 nights, from 9 000 € per adult (see cabins and rates)

Dates

x May - x May 2026

The Great Ascent of the Congo & Sangha rivers: Dzangha Sangha NP

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x May - x June 2026

The Great Descent of the Congo & Sangha rivers: Dzangha Sangha NP

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CABINS AND RATES

SEASON 2025/2026 & 2026/2027

From april to january

OWNER’S SUITE 35m2
Observation deck – balcony 9m². (401, 402)

1 cabin with two single beds that can convert to a king.
1 cabin with queen bed.

8 nights Congo & Alima – 5 925 € pp

13 nights Congo & Sangha – 9 600 € pp

15 nights Congo & Sangha – 12 575 € pp

Plan Master suite Congo croisiere

FORWARD SUPERIOR SUITE 30 m²
Third deck forward – Public balcony (301, 302)

2 cabins with two single beds that can convert to a king.

8 nights Congo & Alima – 5 475 € pp

13 nights Congo & Sangha – 9 000 € pp

15 nights Congo & Sangha – 11 825 € pp

Cabin Ducret Congo cruise

SUPERIOR SUITE 30 m²
Third deck forward – Public balcony (303, 304)

2 cabins with two single beds that can convert to a king.

8 nights Congo & Alima – 5 175 € pp

13 nights Congo & Sangha – 8 500 € pp

15 nights Congo & Sangha – 11 325 € pp

FORWARD MASTER SUITE 23 m²
Second deck forward – Public balcony (201, 203)

2 cabins with queen bed.

8 nights Congo & Alima – 4 950 € pp

13 nights Congo & Sangha – 8 000 € pp

15 nights Congo & Sangha – 10 600 € pp

MASTER SUITE 27 m².
Second deck – Public balcony. (202, 204)

1 cabin with two single beds that can convert to a king.
1 cabin with queen bed.

8 nights Congo & Alima – 4 950 € pp

13 nights Congo & Sangha – 8 000 € pp

15 nights Congo & Sangha – 10 600 € pp

DELUXE SUITE 18 m²
Second deck – Public balcony. (205, 206, 207, 208, 209, 210)

3 cabins with two single beds (not convertible).
3 cabins with queen bed.

8 nights Congo & Alima – 4 575 € pp

13 nights Congo & Sangha – 7 000 € pp

15 nights Congo & Sangha – 9 525 € pp

Price for double occupancy. Supplement for single occupancy: + 30%

CABINS AND RATES

SAISON 2025/2026 & 2026/2027

From april to end of january

Owner's suite

8 nights Congo & Alima – 5 925 € pp

13 nights Congo & Sangha – 9 600 € pp

15 nights Congo & Sangha – 12 575 € pp

35m2 – Observation deck.

Balcony (9m²). (401, 402)

1 cabin with two single beds that can convert to a king. 1 cabin with a queen bed.

Forward superior suite

8 nights Congo & Alima – 5 475 € pp

13 nights Congo & Sangha – 9 000 € pp

15 nights Congo & Sangha – 11 825 € pp

30m2 – Third Deck Forward

Public balcony (301, 302)

2 cabins with two single beds that can convert to a king.

Plan Master suite Congo croisiere
Superior suite

8 nights Congo & Alima – 5 175 € pp

13 nights ongo & Sangha – 8 500 € pp

15 nights Congo & Sangha – 11 325 € pp

30m2 – Third Deck Forward

Public balcony (303, 304)

2 cabins with two single beds that can convert to a king.

Cabin Ducret Congo cruise
Forward master suite

8 nights Congo & Alima – 4950 € pp

13 nights Congo & Sangha – 8 000 € pp

15 nights Congo & Sangha- 10 600 € pp

23m2 – Second deck forward

Public balcony. (201-203)

2 cabins with queen bed

Master suite

8 nights Congo & Alima – 4 950 € pp

13 nights Congo & Sangha – 8 000 € pp

15 nights Congo & Sangha – 10 600 € pp

27m2 – Second deck

Public balcony. (202, 204)

1 cabin with two single beds that can convert to a king. 1 cabin with a queen bed.

Deluxe Suite

8 nights Congo & Alima – 4 575 € pp

13 nights Congo & Sangha – 7 000 € pp

15 nights Congo & Sangha – 9 525 € pp

18m2 – Second deck

Public balcony. (205, 206, 207, 208, 209, 210)

3 cabins with 3 single beds. 3 cabins with queen bed.

Price for double occupancy.

Supplement for single occupancy: + 50%

SHIP

INFORMATIONS

INCLUDED

All excursions

The guidance and expertise of our expedition staff

Park fees

Flight (Brazzaville-Ouesso ou Ouesso-Brazzaville) 

All on board ship accommodation with meals. Beer, wine and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner in a limited quantity.

All hotel nights and meals indicated in the day-by-day program

NOT INCLUDED

International airfare

Extra consumptions in bar

Additional hotel nights

Private transfers

Travel Protection Plan

Passport, visa, and immigration fees

Letter of invitation .Supplement of 60 € if necessary

Items of a personal nature such as internet access, phone and laundry

Massage

Gratuities

SECURITY

The country does not present any particular security risk. Most of the trip takes place in very sparsely populated areas.

PAYMENT TERMS

The Customer must pay an amount equal to 30% of the total price of the trip upon signing the contract

The balance must be paid at least 90 days before the departure date. If the payment is not received on time, the space (s) will be released.

CANCELLATION POLICY

The total cancellation by the Customer entails the payment of the following costs :

Between confirmation and 120 days prior to departure, 10% of the total cost will be charged

Between 119 & 91 days, 30% of the total cost will be charged.

Between 90 days and a ‘no show’, 100% of the total cost will be charged.

HEALTH

A yellow fever certificate is required for entry into the Republic of the Congo

Polio, Measles and Covid 19 vaccines are mandatory for the gorilla tracking in Nouabale-Ndoki NP.  

For malaria medication, please consult with your doctor for advice

Bring insect repellent (repellent containing DEET is recommended in the Congo Basin)

First aid on board. Emergency repatriation available to a hospital in Brazzaville during the trip

Emergency Medical Evacuation and Repatriation insurance required

Solar cream

EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHES

Light and breathable clothing

Fast-drying shirts with long sleeves and fast-drying long pants (ideally in the colors of nature)

Closed walking shoes, light-weight and fast-drying or old running shoes

A light fleece or jumper for cooler weather in the evening

Lightweight raincoat

Sun hat, bathing suit, casual clothes and comfortable shoes for relaxing on board

Pair of binoculars (night vision a bonus), Torch or flashlight (head-lamp recommended)

Camera with minimum 200mm lens

Luggage should not exceed 15 kg due to weight limitation on domestic flight

And a touch of elegance to present yourself in the best way in front of nature

CLIMAT

Average temperature of 26°C

Tropical rain and sunshine daily

Time GMT+1

FORMALITIES

The visa must be obtained before departure from the consular services of the Republic of Congo

For European / Swiss nationals: Passport valid for 6 months after the return date

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