Venture deep into the Congo and explore the misty trails of the African jungle.
Area Features
Begin your expedition in the Congo by exploring the colobus monkeys and birds that call it home. Continue your trek and spot a leopard sleeping on a tree branch. Then, venture along the trail where you will encounter troops of gorillas, bonobos and mandrills. As you come to the end of the path, discover the only living relative of the giraffe, the okapi, as it sticks out its 16-inch tongue to snack on delicious leaves.
Indoor Gorilla Viewing
Warm up with a stop in the gorilla building, where you can meet one or both of the troop families. The gorilla troops are led by silverbacks Ktembe and Mac, Coloâs grandson.
Meet Bernard
A visit to Congo Expedition isnât complete without a stop at the mandrill indoor viewing window. See if you can catch a glimpse of baby Bernard â heâs full of energy!
Bonobo Relatives
Did you know that bonobos are our closest living relatives, sharing 97.8 percent of our DNA? Visit these fascinating primates and learn about their matriarchal society.
Great Ape Heart Project
Six great apes with progressive heart disease â including, for the first time anywhere, two bonobos â have been successfully implanted with insertable cardiac monitors (ICMs) at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium to help extend their lives.
