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Maiko National Park

National park in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Maiko National Park is in the Congo Basin region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

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Getting around

There is just one 4x4 "road" leading from Bafwasende to some small villages within the park. There are some off-piste 4x4 tracks for only the most die-hard overlanders in properly-equipped vehicles can tackle.

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UnderstandThis massive 10,400 km2 park is about halfway between Bukavu at the Rwandan border, and Kisangani. The park has not been developed for visitors—there are no airstrips, no lodges, and no amenities to speak of.

Fees and permitsA permit is required from the ICCN for approximately US$100. Their nearest office is in Kisangani (+243 099 770 02895). ICCN headquarters are at Virunga National Park.

Get aroundThere is just one 4x4 "road" leading from Bafwasende to some small villages within the park. There are some off-piste 4x4 tracks for only the most die-hard overlanders in properly-equipped vehicles can tackle.

SleepThere are no lodging facilities within the park. Visitors should plan to bring their own camping supplies and may be able to spend the night in one of the scattered villages.

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