Gorongosa National Park Classic Safari
Africa's Greatest Wildlife Comeback
Overview
Gorongosa National Park is one of the most extraordinary conservation stories on Earth. At the southern end of Africa's Great Rift Valley, this 4,067 km² wilderness was once described as the finest park in Africa, its flood plains and forests heaving with lion, elephant and immense herds of antelope. Then came Mozambique's civil war, which raged from 1977 to 1992 and destroyed up to 95% of Gorongosa's large mammals.
What has happened since is nothing short of miraculous. Through a landmark partnership between the Mozambican government and the Carr Foundation, Gorongosa has been reborn — not only restoring wildlife but investing in the health, education and livelihoods of the surrounding human communities as the foundation of lasting conservation. Today lions again roar across the plains, elephant herds move through the fever-tree forests, and buffalo, waterbuck, sable and wild dog have returned.
Who It's For
Ideal for travellers who want to experience Gorongosa National Park in privacy and comfort, with expert guiding and the finest lodges the region offers.
Package Highlights
Rift Valley Game Drives
Explore Gorongosa's restored wilderness on guided game drives across the Lake Urema floodplain and through cathedral-like fever-tree forests.
Mount Gorongosa Hike
Climb the rainforest-clad slopes of Mount Gorongosa, an ecological island rising above the savanna and vital to the park's water supply.
Lake Urema Birding Safari
Gorongosa is a birding paradise, with over 400 recorded species.
Conservation & Community Tour
Go behind the scenes of one of the world's most ambitious restoration projects.
Guided Walking Safari
Step out of the vehicle and into the wilderness on foot with an armed, expert guide.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive via Maputo and transfer to your lodge in Gorongosa National Park, where a warm welcome and a first taste of the landscape await. After settling in, head out for an orientation drive as the light turns golden, before sundowners and dinner beneath a vast African sky.
🏨 Accommodation: Muzimu Lodge
🍽️ Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Featured Lodges & Accommodation
Muzimu Lodge
📍 Gorongosa National Park
An elegant new tented camp overlooking a floodplain, offering Gorongosa's most refined stay with spacious tents, a pool and superb guiding.
From $550 per person per night
Chitengo Safari Camp
📍 Central Gorongosa
The park's historic main camp and headquarters, with comfortable bungalows and casitas, a restaurant, pool and easy access to game-drive routes.
From $150 per person per night
Gorongosa Explore Camp
📍 Gorongosa National Park
A seasonal, more adventurous camp for those wanting to get deeper into the wilderness, with walking safaris and a strong conservation-immersion ethos.
From $180 per person per night
Pricing & Options
All prices per person sharing. Customize any tier to your preferences.
Classic
(~$562/night)
Comfortable lodges and camps, guided activities, all meals and transfers
Get QuoteLuxury
(~$837/night)
Premium suites, enhanced guiding and privacy, curated experiences
Get QuoteUltra-Luxury
(~$1,200/night)
Private guide and vehicle, exclusive-use options and the finest lodges
Get QuoteWhat's Included & Excluded
✓ Included
- ✓ Return road/air transfers from Maputo
- ✓ 4 nights luxury lodge and camp accommodation
- ✓ All meals as specified in the itinerary
- ✓ Twice-daily guided activities and excursions
- ✓ Expert local guides throughout
- ✓ Park, reserve and conservation fees
- ✓ All in-destination transfers and logistics
- ✓ Bottled water and lodge soft drinks
✗ Excluded
- ✗ International flights to Mozambique
- ✗ Visa fees where applicable
- ✗ Travel and medical insurance
- ✗ Premium and imported beverages
- ✗ Optional activities and spa treatments
- ✗ Gratuities (guidelines provided)
- ✗ Personal expenses and souvenirs
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Best Time to Travel
Gorongosa National Park is at its best in the dry season (April–November (dry season)), when wildlife and conditions peak. Green-season travel brings lush landscapes, fewer visitors and excellent value.
Why Choose This Package
Rift Valley Game Drives
Explore Gorongosa's restored wilderness on guided game drives across the Lake Urema floodplain and through cathedral-like fever-tree forests.
Mount Gorongosa Hike
Climb the rainforest-clad slopes of Mount Gorongosa, an ecological island rising above the savanna and vital to the park's water supply.
Lake Urema Birding Safari
Gorongosa is a birding paradise, with over 400 recorded species.
Conservation & Community Tour
Go behind the scenes of one of the world's most ambitious restoration projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
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From $2,250 per person | 5 Days / 4 Nights
⚡ Limited availability for peak season 2026 — book early to secure your dates