30 Days of Africa - #11

Congo has so many beautiful places, but one of the most popular Mercy Ships weekend destinations (and my personal favorite) is called THE GORGE. The day trip usually includes a crowded taxi bus ride out of town, a steep hike down one side of the actual gorge, then an easier hike through African jungles and tall grassy plains, finally ending at an amazing beach with safe swimming. After hiking the gorge you can almost imagine how David Livingstone felt when he was exploring Africa...ok ok, I know that's really stretching things but the thought has crossed my mind each time I've been hiking there. Anyway, I spent today at the gorge with friends unwinding from the week and getting in some good sun and water time. The photos are from a different weekend, but the place hasn't changed :)