 Accommodation
Cabanas
We currently have 9 modern and comfortable double cabanas located
in a tranquil area of Chitengo, for a total of 18 separate rooms,
each with 2 single beds or 1 double bed. All have mosquito netting,
en-suite toilets, air-conditioning, and thatch chairs. Maximum occupancy:
2 persons.
Garden Rooms
We have 6 lovely rooms, recently refurbished, configured with either
2 single or 1 double beds and all have en suite bathrooms with showers.
These rooms have fans and large windows looking onto a front porch
and our swimming pool. They are close to the restaurant and have
24 hour Internet access.
Camping
The newly renovated campsite is now open! The campsite has everything
you will need for a comfortable stay including bathrooms and showers
with hot water, a grill area, firepit, an area to wash clothes,
and a covered gazebo.
Location
Gorongosa National Park protects around 4,000 square kilometers
of savanna, woodlands, and rainforest in central Mozambique, Southern
Africa.
By Road
Travel on the EN1, a high quality tar road, until the turnoff to
the park. From there it is 29 km on newly-graded dirt road to Chitengo
Safari Camp.
By Air
Flights from Maputo or Johannesburg to Beira and Chimoio are available
followed by a 3 hour transfer from Beira and a 2 hour transfer from
Chimoio.
Climate and Seasons
Central Mozambique has a tropical savanna climate, with an annual
rainfall of 1000 – 1400 millimeters. Summer temperatures average
30º-40º C, with high humidity (November - March). Winter
months average 15º–25º C (April - September).
Photo safaris at the Park are possible from April to November (dry
season). During the rainy season (December to March) the safari
road network is closed due to flooding. You can use our 10-seat
game viewer with a wildlife expert guide to fully enjoy your Gorongosa
photo safari in the 150 km of Park roads, visiting places like the
old Lion House or the old Hippo Bar. You can also visit the Park
using your own vehicle, following the instructions provided in the
map and leaflet that will be given to you at the main gate.
Chitengo Camp reservations: book@go.mozbookings.com
What to Bring
We recommend bringing a variety of clothing options
Light clothing (shorts, t-shirts)
Warm clothing (long sleeved shirts, sweatshirts, pants)
Hiking boots and socks
Raincoat
Sandals
Swimsuit
Sunglasses
Hat
For equipment, we recommend
Binoculars
Camera
Flashlight
Backpack
Water bottle
Sunscreen
Insect repellant
Health Services
The Park's small health clinic provides basic first-aid, including
anti-venom for some kinds of bites and primary anti-malarial treatments.
Gorongosa National Park is a recognized malaria area, so we recommend
proceeding with a course of prophylactic medicine two weeks before
departure (or as prescribed by your pharmacist or physician). All
chalets are fitted with mosquito netting.
For more serious medical problems, we provide transportation to
the health clinic in Vila Gorongosa, a 1.5 hour drive away (about
60 kilometers). The Park’s Health clinic has a resident doctor
and nurse and a good supply of basic medicine. We sell bottled mineral
water at a reasonable price, so you’ll only need to bring
purification tablets if you're on a tight budget.
Languages
Mozambique’s national language is Portuguese. Many people
in its main cities (Maputo, Beira, Chimoio) also speak English.
In and around Gorongosa National Park, local residents speak either
Sena or Chi-Gorongosi (a local dialect), although many also know
some Portuguese. Our staff in Chitengo speak English and Portuguese
widely, and some speak other European languages.
Getting Here
Gorongosa National Park is mostly wilderness surrounded by rural
areas with only a few small, scattered villages. Whether you’re
traveling by air, car or bus, you’ll want to make careful
travel arrangements well in advance. If you come by car, please
be aware that Gorongosa National Park does not sell fuel. Buy fuel
only from stations that look respectable and have a functioning
electric pump. The closest reliable stations are in Vila da Gorongosa,
Inchope, Gondola, Nhamatanda, Beira, Dondo, Chimoio and Caia. Fuel
at other locations may be dirty or mixed with water or other chemicals.
Restaurant
Chitengo Safari Camp has a reasonably priced bar and restaurant
serving authentic Mozambican breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Breakfast
is included in the price of the cabanas. We are proud to feature
many locally grown organic vegetables on our menu to provide you
with fresher, healthier foods and to help support the local communities
near Chitengo.
Payment
Park Entrance fees must be paid in MT. In camp, the following payment
is accepted: MT, US$, Euros, Rand, and credit cards (VISA, Master
Card, BIM). Checks are not accepted.
Fuel
We do not sell fuel. Fuel can be purchased in Vila da Gorongosa,
Gondola, Nhamatanda, Beira, Dondo, Chimoio and Caia.
Seasons
The Park is closed during the rainy season.
Chitengo Camp reservations: book@go.mozbookings.com
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Chitengo Safari Camp is open for visitors, birding walks, hotel
and camping accommodations, restaurant meals and swimming. Available
activities include trips to Mount Gorongosa, community visits, walks
at the Community Education Center and the Bué Maria lookout.