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Congo-Brazzaville

Did you know that Congo-Brazzaville is also a great destination for first-timers to Africa? The main roads in Congo-Brazzaville are in good condition, quality accommodation is reasonably priced, the country is safe for Western tourists and the people are extremely welcoming and friendly!

Within Africa, Congo-Brazzaville has a reputation as a prosperous "welfare state" to which people want to move for a better life. The prosperity is not evenly distributed, but its origins lie in massive oil wealth, which is also used for the benefit of the people. Outside Africa, the reputation is more about world-class rainforests and safaris in them – in the footsteps of forest elephants, pangolins and gorillas. And let's not forget Africa's second longest river, which gives the country its name – why not take a cruise on the Congo River!

See the tour suggestions below and contact us if you are interested or need more information about tours in Congo-Brazzaville.

Kameli Travel organises trips to Congo-Brazzaville - whether you want to experience just the tranquil capital Brazzaville and especially the enormous Congo River flowing in front of it, or maybe even take a short cruise on Africa's second longest river. Or take a unique beach holiday on the long sandy beaches of Pointe-Noire on the Atlantic coast. If time permits, there are rainforests in the north of the Congo, vast areas of which are completely untouched and where you can go on a world-class rainforest safari into the world of wild elephants and gorillas. Not forgetting, of course, the trek to the extremely remote Lake Tele on the equator, home to a mythical creature, a lizard of some kind or even a dinosaur – called Mokele mbembe!

We can arrange an expert guide for you or your group, transport services and book your preferred level of accommodation.

Contact us if you are interested, need more information about travelling to Congo-Brazzaville or already know where you would like to go in Congo-Brazzaville. Or let us know the date and let us make a suggestion. A trip to Congo-Brazzaville can easily be combined with a visit to Gabon, Congo-Kinshasa and Cameroon.

Situated on the Atlantic coast, on both sides of the equator, Congo-Brazzaville, officially the Republic of Congo, is pretty much the size (342 000 km²) of Germany or Finland. The population of this Central African country is around 6 million and the capital Brazzaville is located on the Congo River in the south of the country. The country gained independence from French rule in 1960 and, as a colonial legacy, the official language is French. English is poorly spoken. Oil-rich Congo generates more than 60% of its income from oil in its various forms, but mining (copper) also provides a living for a large number of people, as does forestry. Tourism is almost non-existent.

Climate: Congo-Brazzaville has an equatorial climate, which means high temperatures and high humidity all year round. In the north of the country, north of the equator, the dry season lasts from November to March and the rainy season from April to October. In the south of the equator, the reverse is true. Rainfall is high across the country. Temperatures remain fairly constant throughout the year, with average temperatures of +20–30°C. The average humidity is 80 %.

Security: The security situation in Congo-Brazzaville is generally good, but there are pickpockets in the crowds. Traffic and heat are the main risk factors.

Visa: Westerners need a visa to enter Congo-Brazzaville. We recommend obtaining a visa in advance from the nearest Congolese embassy. Please note that visa policies are subject to change without notice. The passport must be valid throughout your stay in the country.

Congo-Brazzaville visa from Stockholm using the local visa service (updated December 2024; only for residents of Finland and Sweden):

Visa service commission: 1500 SEK per application
Visa fee: 3000 SEK / application
Processing time: approx. 5–7 working days
Requirements:
  • Passport valid for min. 6 months after leaving the country
  • Visa application form
  • Two passport-size photos, size 3,5 x 4,6
  • Return flight booking
  • Copy of the yellow fever certificate
  • Certificate from employer OR bank statement
  • Hotel reservation for the whole stay (we will arrange it for you)
  • Travel plan (we arrange it for you)

Currency: Congo-Brazzaville uses the Central African CFA franc (XOF) as its currency, which is pegged to the euro. One euro buys around 656 francs. You should take euro banknotes and exchange them at your destination or withdraw cash from an ATM.

Vaccinations and malaria: Congo-Brazzaville requires a certificate of yellow fever vaccination. In addition, hepatitis a and b vaccinations are recommended. Please ensure that your basic vaccinations are up to date. Malaria is prevalent throughout Congo-Brazzaville throughout the year, so anti-malaria medication is recommended. Protection from mosquitoes during the day is also recommended due to the risk of dengue fever.

Travel insurance: Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.

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