Gorongosa National Park

Gorongosa National Park is a place of incredible biological diversity and a powerful symbol of nature’s resilience. Once devastated by war, the park has undergone one of the most successful wildlife restoration projects in history, with herds of elephants, lions, and wild dogs returning to its vast savannahs and floodplains. The landscape is dominated by the majestic Mount Gorongosa, which holds a unique rainforest on its slopes that feeds the rivers and wetlands below. Every safari drive here feels like being part of a grand conservation story, with new species being discovered and animal populations growing every year. It is a place of hope and wild beauty, offering a safari experience that is as meaningful as it is spectacular.

• Where it is: Central Mozambique.
• What you can expect to see: Lions, elephants, wild dogs, and Mount Gorongosa’s rainforest.
• How much it is to get in: ~$20 USD for non-residents.
• What people say: Visitors are moved by the park’s comeback and the incredible variety of birdlife.
• Interesting fact: In the 1960s, Gorongosa was a playground for Hollywood celebrities like John Wayne.