Loango National Park

Loango National Park is one of Africa's most spectacular wildlife reserves, where dense jungle meets the Atlantic Ocean directly. Visitors travel here to experience a globally unique scene: wild animals roaming freely on white sandy beaches. It is the only place in the world where you can see hippos surfing in the waves and forest elephants walking peacefully along the pristine shores. Beyond the fascinating beach encounters, the park has immense biodiversity. It is home to gorillas, chimpanzees, leopards, and a multitude of exotic bird species. The untouched lagoons and mangrove forests are handy for boat and kayak safaris, where you can spot crocodiles and manatees. The incredible variety of ecosystems makes every excursion a true adventure in the heart of nature. Getting there usually involves traveling through Port-Gentil, followed by a boat ride or charter flight deep into the park. This remoteness guarantees an exclusive, crowd-free safari experience. The best time to visit is during the dry season from May to September, when animals gather around water sources and visibility in the rainforest is much better.

Nearby cities

Port-Gentil

The economic heart of Gabon, famous for its petroleum industry.

Gamba

A significant site for the oil industry on the coast.

Omboué

A picturesque town on the Fernan Vaz lagoon.

Petit Loango

A settlement near Loango National Park, ideal for nature observation.

Sette Cama

A historical coastal settlement known for fishing and nature.

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Fernan Vaz Lagoon

The Fernan Vaz Lagoon is a serene, biodiverse aquatic landscape in Gabon, famous for its historic mission and gorilla rehabilitation.

History & landmarks

Saint-Anne Mission of Fernan Vaz

A historic Catholic mission featuring an iron church designed by Gustave Eiffel.

Ozouri Bridge

A significant bridge in the Ogooué-Maritime region, connecting vital transport routes.

Port-Gentil Stadium

A modern football stadium in Port-Gentil used for international tournaments.

Saint-Pierre Cathedral

The central Catholic church of Port-Gentil, known for its architecture.

Lighthouse of Cape Lopez

A historic lighthouse at the westernmost point of Gabon, guiding ships.

Nature

Fernan Vaz lagoon

A vast lagoon on the coast of Gabon, surrounded by mangroves and forests.

More places

Setté Cama Forest

A pristine coastal rainforest bordering directly on the Atlantic Ocean.

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Rabi-Kounga Oil Field

One of the largest onshore oil fields in Gabon, located in the dense rainforest.

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Fernand Vaz Colonial Site

A former trading post and mission area on the coastal lagoon.

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Rembo Nkomi Forest

A vast swamp forest area near the coastal lagoons, characterized by waterways and mangroves.

Mission Sainte-Anne du Fernan Vaz

A historic iron church designed at the end of the 19th century in the workshops of Gustave Eiffel.

Oguendjo Oil Terminal

Another important loading terminal for the oil industry in the Gulf of Guinea.

Moukalaba-Doudou Gorilla Habitat

A significant primate protection area, especially for Western Lowland Gorillas and chimpanzees in southern Gabon.

Ekwata Island

A small island off the coast of Gabon, known for its pristine nature.