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Gabon

One of Africa's best-kept secrets. Gabon protects nearly 12% of its territory as national parks, with forest elephants on beaches, surfing hippos, and pristine rainforest. An eco-tourism gem waiting to be discovered.

Capital
Libreville
Languages
French, Fang
Currency
Central African CFA Franc (XAF)
Best Time to Visit
June to September for dry season and wildlife
Region
Central Africa

About Gabon

One of Africa's best-kept secrets. Gabon protects nearly 12% of its territory as national parks, with forest elephants on beaches, surfing hippos, and pristine rainforest. An eco-tourism gem waiting to be discovered.

Top Highlights

Lopé National Park
Loango National Park
Ivindo National Park
Libreville
Pointe-Denis Beach

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Democratic Republic of Congo

Democratic Republic of Congo

Capital: Kinshasa

A vast, wild country with extraordinary biodiversity. The DRC is home to Virunga — Africa's oldest national park — where you can trek to see mountain gorillas and even approach an active volcano.

Virunga National ParkNyiragongo VolcanoKahuzi-Biéga