Gabon-3-day-itinerary

Day 1: Libreville

  • Place: Libreville Museum
  • Activity: Visit the National Museum of History and Arts to learn about Gabon’s history, culture, and art. (9am-12pm)
  • Lunch: Try some traditional Gabonese cuisine at a local restaurant in the city.
  • Thing to know: Be prepared for a mix of colonial architecture and modern buildings in the city.
  • Place: Stade d’Angoula
  • Activity: Watch a football match at this stadium, if there’s a game scheduled. (5pm-7pm)
  • Transportation: Use taxis or walk/bike to get around Libreville.

Day 2: Loango National Park

  • Place: Loango National Park
  • Thing to know: This is one of Gabon’s most beautiful national parks, featuring rainforests, beaches, and wildlife.
  • Activity: Take a guided hike through the forest to spot monkeys, birds, and other animals. (9am-12pm)
  • Lunch: Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy it on the beach or in the forest.
  • Thing to know: Be prepared for extreme heat and humidity during the summer months.
  • Transportation: Take a charter plane or boat from Libreville to Loango National Park.

Day 3: Ivindo National Park

  • Place: Ivindo National Park
  • Activity: Visit the crystal-clear Djoua Waterfalls and take a guided hike through the forest to spot gorillas, elephants, and other animals. (9am-12pm)
  • Thing to know: This park is one of Gabon’s most important conservation areas.
  • Lunch: Enjoy a meal at the park’s lodge or pack a picnic lunch.
  • Transportation: Take a charter plane from Loango National Park to Ivindo National Park.

Visa Requirements:

  • Tourists from all over the world are eligible for an e-visa, which can be obtained online before arrival in Gabon.
  • The cost of the visa is $100 and it’s valid for 90 days.

Other Things to Know:

  • English is not widely spoken in Gabon, but French is the official language. Many locals also speak Libreville Creole.
  • The country has a tropical climate with high temperatures and humidity throughout the year.
  • Be prepared for limited internet access outside of major cities.
  • Try some of the local cuisine, which includes dishes like poulet à la moambé (chicken in peanut sauce) and grillé de poisson (grilled fish).

Useful Phrases:

  • Hello - Bonjour
  • Thank you - Merci
  • Goodbye - Au revoir
  • Yes - Oui
  • No - Non