Deep in the southwest of the Central African Republic, far from the violence and humanitarian crisis of the northern prefectures, lies the Dzanga-Sangha reserve.  Nearly 500 kilometres (300 miles) from the capital Bangui, the reserve offers some of the most beautiful and pristine wildlife that can be found in Africa and, indeed, the world.

However, distance in this case can be deceiving; reaching Dzanga-Sangha often takes between nine to twelve hours by truck.  Road conditions in the Central African Republic are challenging during the dry season, and roads frequently become impassible during the rainy season, making reaching the park difficult, and occasionally impossible. (more…)