Okapi Wildlife Reserve
The Okapi Wildlife Reserve is a protected area located in the Ituri Rainforest in northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). It was established in 1992 to safeguard the okapi, an endangered species native to the region. The reserve covers over 13,000 square kilometers (5,000 square miles) of lush, dense rainforest, and is home to […]
Idjwi Island
Idjwi Island is located in Lake Kivu, on the border between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda. It is part of the South Kivu province in eastern DRC. The island is one of the largest in Lake Kivu, covering an area of around 340 square kilometers. Idjwi is known for its stunning […]
Mount Nyiragongo
Mount Nyiragongo is an active volcano located in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), near the city of Goma and the border with Rwanda. It is part of the Virunga Mountain range, which is known for its volcanic activity. Nyiragongo stands at 3,470 meters (11,380 feet) tall and is famous for its persistent lava lake, […]
Kahuzi-Biega National Park
Kahuzi-Biega National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). It is one of Africa’s most biologically diverse and ecologically significant national parks, covering approximately 6,000 square kilometers of both lowland and mountainous rainforest. The park is named after two extinct volcanoes, Mount Kahuzi (3,308 m) […]