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Things to do in Gabon
A country that's protected over 10% of its territory as national parks in a single sweeping act, rainforest that runs straight into Atlantic beaches with surfing hippos and forest elephants, and one of the least-visited wildlife frontiers on Earth.
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Search for surfing hippos at Loango National Park
NatureA rare combination of rainforest and Atlantic beach wildlife, where hippos, forest elephants, and buffalo are occasionally seen wading directly into the surf.
Explore Lopé National Park's rainforest and savanna mosaic
NatureA UNESCO World Heritage site combining dense rainforest with unusual relict savanna patches, home to forest elephants, gorillas, and mandrills.
Track western lowland gorillas in Gabon's rainforest
NatureGabon holds one of the largest remaining populations of western lowland gorillas, with guided tracking offered at several national parks.
Relax on the beaches of Pointe Denis near Libreville
NatureA short boat ride from the capital, offering a genuine beach escape with far fewer crowds than more developed African coastal destinations.