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Gap Year Programs in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Are you interested in animals, medicine, music, the wilderness, self-discovery, or experiential learning? (Really, who isn’t?!) Then a gap year in the Democratic Republic of Congo is perfect for you! With its rich history, abundance of natural resources, tropical climate, and the second largest rainforest in the world, gap year programs in the Democratic Republic of Congo are growing in both size and popularity.

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A Guide to Gap Year in Democratic Republic of Congo

Why do a Gap Year in the Democratic Republic of Congo?

Without any doubt, the Democratic Republic of Congo gap years will bring you into contact with nature in ways you perhaps never imagined. From the strange presence of an okapi to the rare white rhino, a focus on animals is a great way to spend a gap year in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Or, if you’re more human-centered, medical programs offer service to the fourth largest population in Africa.

Whether you’re a first-time traveler or an experienced backpacker, do not miss the active volcano Nyiragongo during your gap year programs in the Democratic Republic of Congo! But be safe; it last erupted in 2002 and can be quite dangerous. The DRC is also the second-largest diamond producer in the world, so be sure to visit an artisanal miner while you’re there.