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Luxury Gorongosa National Park safaris made for you

Witness the extraordinary rebirth of a legendary ecosystem on a private safari

Experience the profound impact of community-led conservation

Mozambique‘s Gorongosa National Park tells a remarkable story of restoration. Only a handful of decades ago, the region’s ecosystem and wildlife were all but decimated by civil war. But thanks to a partnership between philanthropist Greg Carr and the Mozambican government in 2004, the park has gradually been rebuilt. Landscapes have been restored and wildlife reintroduced, with the involvement of local communities. Today, over 100,000 large animals and a huge variety of birds and insects can be found here. 

The park is uncrowded with lower visitor numbers than more well-known national parks in East and Southern Africa. Safaris here feel peaceful, exclusive and remote. Its likely that you’ll be the only vehicle at a sighting. Lion populations are thriving and the reintroduction of African wild dogs and leopards has been wildly successful. Gorongosa is also home to the world’s largest waterbuck population, numbering over 65,000. Take your safari to the next level and head out on foot with knowledgeable guides for a deeper immersion. 

Your safari in Gorongosa National Park will be so much more than wildlife viewing, it’s an opportunity to see and contribute to one of the continent’s more inspiring conservation efforts. An adventure on the wild floodplains and savannahs of Gorongosa pairs well with the sparkling waters of the Bazaruto Archipelago, creating a memorable bush to beach experience.

Get in touch with our team of experts to plan your safari in Gorongosa. The team here have first hand experience of the region and are eager to introduce you to its powerful story.

  • Mozambique, Gorongosa National Park
  • Brown-hoods KIngfisher, Gorongosa Mozambique.
  • A woman holding binoculars looks out across an open, rolling green landscape under a blue sky with white clouds.
  • Desert Warthog, Phacochoerus aethiopicus, male portrait, Gorongosa National Park, Mozambique
  • portrait of a lioness, Gorongosa National Park, Mozambique
  • Couple African Fish Eagle, Haliaeetus vocifer, Gorongosa National Park, Mozambique
  • Waterbuck (Kobus ellipsiprymnus), male

From our experts

Experiences picked by our Gorongosa National Park specialists

Spot hippos and crocodiles by boat on the Pungué River

If you visit in April or May, head out along the Pungué River or across Lake Urema on a boat for prime hippo and crocodile spotting

Search for the green-headed oriole on Mount Gorongosa

Keep a lookout for over 500 bird species, most notably the green-headed oriole which is only found on Mount Gorongosa

Join the Pangolin Guardians on a conservation walk

Join the Pangolin Guardians on a foraging walk to learn about the care, science and community collaboration behind their conservation efforts

Set off on a night drive to find nocturnal species

Explore the park after dark and discover an entirely different side of Gorongosa as a host of nocturnal species begin to emerge

Go behind the scenes with the Gorongosa Restoration Project

Spend time with members of the Gorongosa Restoration Project, going behind the scenes, hearing their stories and learning about their work in the park

A word from one of our experts

Seeing Gorongosa thrive again is incredibly moving, especially since you could possibly spend time tracking wild dogs or lions without seeing another vehicle. Every safari directly supports the local communities who have worked so hard to bring this region back to life.

Jacob Maahs Senior Travel Designer

Luxury Gorongosa National Park safari lodges

There are many incredible places to stay in Gorongosa National Park. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

Why book with Jacada?

  • Safari expertise

    Our experts bring decades of first-hand expertise. They’ve lived and travelled across Africa and are regularly on the ground reviewing the most exclusive hotels, camps and experiences. You’ll also have the support of a personal concierge, based in region.

  • Unforgettable guides

    We handpick the most knowledgeable guides, who bring each destination to life with care and passion. They’re chosen for their ability to provide unrivalled insight into the region’s wildlife, wineries and landscapes as well as a genuine, memorable experience.

  • Positive impact

    By travelling with us, you directly support a range of initiatives spanning wildlife conservation to community engagement. Our luxury trips are designed to prioritise experiences that are positive for you and the places you visit.

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When to visit Gorongosa National Park

For the most rewarding wildlife encounters, visit Gorongosa National Park during the dry season from late May to October, when the receding waterholes draw animals into clear view. While the park is typically open from mid-April to mid-December, the cooler months of July and August offer optimal road conditions and comfortable temperatures. As the heat intensifies in September and October, the landscape comes alive with predator action. The drying floodplains in April and May create a spectacular backdrop for bird watching.

Lush scenery

May–June

Wildlife viewing

July–October

Bird watching

April–May

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