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Discover Kinshasa and the DRC
Tourist sites, activities, nature and experiences in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Activities
Picasso Beach — Kinkole, Kinshasa
A wooden terrace facing the Congo, bar and local food in Kinkole. A quiet setting an hour from the city centre — a weekend outing, not a spontaneous afternoon trip.
Les Pieds dans l'Eau — Kibomango, Kinkole, Nsele
A spring-fed artificial lake at Kibomango, commune of Nsele. Swimming, grilled food and family relaxation. 33 km from Gombe, mainly open at weekends.
Nganda Yalha — Nsele River, Kinshasa
Permanently closed since May 2026. Nganda Yalha was a riverside recreation spot on the Nsele — find similar alternatives nearby.
Mona Paradis — Ndjili Brasserie, Kinshasa
A 120-hectare agro-pastoral estate at Ndjili. Botanical garden with 12,000 trees, a beach on the Ndjili River, livestock, food on site. Unpaved access road.
Africa Park Aventure — Kimwenza, Mont-Ngafula (formerly Lac Ma Vallée)
DRC's first multi-adventure park in Kimwenza. Zip line, kayak, archery, climbing, canopy. Open Friday–Sunday. Entry $5, all activities $50. 26 km from Gombe.
Congo Loisirs — Lingwala, Kinshasa
Leisure park in Lingwala, 4 km from Gombe. Karting, trampolines, Le Yayo restaurant (Congolese cuisine) and events hall for 1,000 people. Open Tue–Sun 12:00–18:00.
La Sablière — Mombele, Nsele, Kinshasa
Pools, jet-ski, river swimming and a restaurant on the Nsele. One of Kinshasa's best-equipped spots for a full day out with family or friends.
Jardin d'Eden — Kindobo, Nsele, Kinshasa
Leisure, dining and accommodation on the Nsele river. A 16 ha island accessible by pirogue, hotel with 23 apartments, Le Malangwa restaurant. Open every day until 22:00.
Sunset — Kinsuka-Pêcheur, Ngaliema, Kinshasa
Leisure centre on the bank of the Congo River in Kinsuka-Pêcheur, Ngaliema. Infinity pool, Congolese restaurant, weekend concerts. Entry $7. 16 km from Gombe.
Mfuti Plage — Lutendele, Ngaliema, Kinshasa
White sandy beach and rocks on the Congo River, 30 km from central Kinshasa. Hiking in the surrounding hills. Swimming not advised (strong current). 4x4 required.
Kwilu Bar — Gombe, Kinshasa (Closed)
Kinshasa's first upscale open-air venue, at 3 Avenue De La Justice, Gombe. Kwilu rum cocktails, tropical jazz, afro-reggae. Closed since the 2010s.
Lac Cemka — Kimwenza, Mont-Ngafula (Closed)
Former lakeside leisure site in Kimwenza, Mont-Ngafula. Walking trails, restaurant, boat excursions to Sainte-Marie church. Closed to the public, now a pilgrimage site.