The following list highlights some of the best places to visiting in Gabon. So if you are in Gabon, I recommend visiting the following:
- Parc de la Lekedi, Bakoumba, Gabon
- Liana Bridge of Poubara, Haut-Ogooué, Gabon
- Akanda National Park, Libreville, Gabon
- Cathedral of Santa Maria, Libreville, Gabon
- Pongara National Park, Libreville, Gabon
- Ivindo National Park, Ogooue-Ivindo, Gabon
- Fernan Vaz Lagoon, Ogooue-Maritime, Gabon
- Minkébé National Park, Woleu-Ntem, Gabon
1. Parc de la Lekedi, Bakoumba
Lekedi Park is a nature reserve created by the Gabonese mining company Comilog that offers an easy and practical way to see Gabon’s wildlife. While spotting baboons in Lope is difficult, at Lekedi Park you will have direct access to a large group of baboons. The Lekedi Reserve can be visited all year round and prices are very reasonable.
2. Liana Bridge of Poubara, Haut-Ogooué
It is an impressive suspension bridge made of vines. There is a small fee to cross the bridge and the guide will also take you to some of the nearby waterfalls and rapids if you wish. The bridge was built by hand by members of a local tribe known as pygmies. Only one person can cross at a time.
3. Akanda National Park, Libreville
The national park consists mainly of mangrove habitats and tidal beaches. It is an important feeding ground for endangered sea turtles. In 2007 it was declared a Wetland of International Importance.
4. Cathedral of Santa Maria, Libreville
It was built in 1843 on the former site of the old Fort Aumalle, the first French naval headquarters. It overlooks the boulevard and has beautiful stained glass windows. Masses are usually well attended, live and accompanied by gospel music. They are an excellent way to discover the religious fervour of the Gabonese.
5. Pongara National Park, Libreville
It comprises a wide variety of mangrove and forest types. The site is considered a source of food for the whole region. However, non-selective fishing, hunting and exploitation of the forest in and around the site pose a threat to the balance of the ecosystem.
6. Ivindo National Park, Ogooue-Ivindo
There are rivers and waterfalls, many animal species such as the forest elephant, gorilla, chimpanzee and leopard, as well as different types of plants. There are no roads leading to the park, which can only be reached by rail, plane, boat or on foot.
7. Fernan Vaz Lagoon, Ogooue-Maritime
Admire the breathtaking scenery of riverine forests. In addition to visiting the mission area and gorilla sanctuary, you can also take a guided walk in the surrounding forest or visit some of the surrounding villages along the beach.
8. Minkébé National Park, Woleu-Ntem
It is recognised as an area in need of protection. Travelling to Minkébé is a bit of a challenge, but well worth the effort. It is recognised as a critical site for conservation by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and has been proposed as a World Heritage Site.
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