Zongo

Zongo sits on the south bank of the Ubangi River directly across from Bangui, the capital of the Central African Republic, and is linked to it by ferry. It was once a more significant transport hub, but river traffic shifted eastward from the late 1980s onward and the town's importance as a crossing point has declined since. During the Central African Republic's 2012–13 conflict, Zongo received refugees fleeing Bangui, including relatives of former CAR president François Bozizé. Today the local economy centers on agriculture, fishing, and cross-river small-scale trade. The climate is tropical with a rainy and a dry season.

By Plane

Via Gemena Airport, the nearest major airport in the province, followed by road.

By Boat

A ferry crosses the Ubangi River between Zongo and Bangui, Central African Republic.

By Car / Road

Zongo is connected by unpaved road to Gemena and other Sud-Ubangi towns.

Walking and motorbike taxis.

The Ubangi River waterfront, with views across to Bangui, and the local market.

Visiting the market. Exploring the surrounding countryside.

Local Congolese cuisine.

Sachet water and palm wine.

Local produce and handicrafts.

The provincial capital is the main onward destination.