Discover Gabon: Loango National Park and Rainforest

Famously home to hippos that surf in the Atlantic waves, this park also shelters forest elephants, buffalo and gorillas along its coastline.

Over 80% of Gabon is covered in dense, largely untouched equatorial rainforest, making it one of Africa's most intact ecosystems.

Lopé National Park offers some of Central Africa's least-visited primate trekking experiences, far removed from crowded tourist trails.

Remote beaches where forest meets sea define Gabon's largely undeveloped coast, still wild enough for elephants to wander onto the sand.

June–September, the dry season, offers the easiest conditions for park visits and wildlife viewing.

Most visitors need an e-visa, which should be arranged online in advance of travel.

Costs are moderate to high, as eco-lodges and national park fees form a significant part of any visit.

Domestic flights are recommended given the country's limited road infrastructure and dense rainforest terrain.