The Congo Basin
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Okapi Wildlife Reserve
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Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Cameroon; Central African Republic; Democratic Republic of the Congo; Republic of the Congo; Equatorial Guinea; Gabon

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The Congo Basin is a natural wonder that offers travellers and explorers endless opportunities to experience its unique wildlife, landscapes and cultures. Covering an area of 4.5 million square kilometres, the Congo Basin is home to an incredible diversity of plants and animals, including gorillas, elephants, chimps and hippos. There are also plenty of different tribes living in the region, each with their own traditions and customs. So if you're looking for an unforgettable adventure, be sure to add the Congo Basin to your list!

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Geeky Facts about The Congo Basin

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At 500 million acres, it is larger than the state of Alaska and stands as the world's second-largest tropical forest

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The Congo rainforest is known for its high levels of biodiversity, including more than 600 tree species and 10,000 animal species.

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DRC contains the largest area of rainforest, with 107 million hectares, amounting to 60 percent of Central Africa's lowland forest cover.

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