Leisure Tour Itinerary

Gabon: Gorillas and More – 5 Days

Tour Cost

From $3295

Duration

5 days

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English

Tour Details

What to Expect

Beach Holiday, Nature & Wildlife

Discover the untamed beauty of Gabon in this unforgettable 5-day adventure that immerses you in the wonders of Loango National Park and its surroundings. Your Gabon travel journey begins in Libreville, with a helicopter or charter flight to the serene Loango Lodge. After a warm welcome, dive straight into the adventure with an afternoon game drive or a tranquil boat ride around the lagoon, setting the tone for an extraordinary experience.

Venture to Tassi Camp, a coastal gem where wildlife and breathtaking scenery converge. Witness elephants and buffalo grazing near the beach, and if the season is right, marvel at hippos swimming in the surf. This area’s pristine savannah and untouched beaches create a haven for both nature lovers and photographers. Feel the serenity as you take in sunrises and sunsets that light up the horizon with vibrant hues.

Return to Loango Lodge for a special New Year’s celebration featuring a gourmet dinner and champagne. Then, head to Pointe St. Catherine, where dense mangroves and wildlife-filled forests meet unspoiled beaches. Whether you prefer a guided forest trek, a leisurely walk along the beach, or seasonal turtle-watching, this day promises awe-inspiring moments.

End your Gabon travel adventure with a return to Libreville, taking with you memories of untamed landscapes, captivating wildlife, and unique cultural encounters. Every moment of this tour is designed to connect you with Gabon’s natural wonders and leave you longing for more.

What is included?
  • Airport-to-hotel transfers arrival/departure
  • All guided excursions
  • Meals as indicated
  • Accommodation as listed
  • Ground transportation
  • Guided safari
  • All hotel taxes and local tourism taxes
  • Airport-to-hotel transfers arrival/departure
  • All guided excursions
  • Meals as indicated
  • Accommodation as listed
  • Ground transportation
  • Guided safari
  • All hotel taxes and local tourism taxes

Tour Highlights

Unmissable Experiences

  • Pointe St. Catherine Beach
  • Loango National Park
  • Tassi Camp- Loango Lodge
  • Loango National Park
5 days

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Libreville, Gabon – Loango National Park

Arrive in Libreville and make the connecting flight to Loango Lodge by helicopter (seating 14) or in charter fliights (seating 8) depending on your group size. Meet assist and transfer to the lodge. After lunch go on an afternoon game drive in Loango National Park or a boat trip around the lagoon. Meals included(s): Dinner Overnight at Loango Lodge

Day 2: Loango National Park – Tassi Camp

After breakfast, you will go on an excursion to Tassi camp located in the savannah near by the beach. Tassi, in Loango National Park, is one of the last few places on earth where large mammals can still roam freely on the beach. Only in Gabon can hippos be seen swimming in the surf. Here, during rainy season, buffaloes and forest elephants can often be found grazing on the coastal grasslands and the beach. Occasionally, families of gorillas can also be spotted foraging in the trees alongside the beach. You can catch the ocean breeze and from the same position, watch the sun rise over the savannah and forest in the east every morning and watch it sinking below the horizon every evening. Meals included(s): Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Overnight at Tassi Camp

Day 3: Tassi Camp- Loango Lodge

After breakfast, return to Loango Lodge. In the evening, celebrate the New Year with a special dinner and champagne. Meals included(s): Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Overnight at Loango Lodge

Day 4: Loango National Park – Point St. Catherine

After breakfast, enjoy your morning at leisure. Afterward, enjoy a 30-minute cruise to Pte. Ste. Cathérine in the north of Loango National Park. The beach is lined by dense mangrove forests sheltering a whole range of wildlife and smaller mammals. Perfect for taking long walks, collecting shells, or watching the sun going down. Your guide can take you south to Louri Lagoon, to view buffalo and elephants on the beach. Or if you prefer the forest, you can also head into the mysterious mangrove area with of your guide. In turtle season, from October to February, you can venture out at night with our expert Eco-guides to look for nesting marine turtles. In Total, four species of marine turtles can be found nesting on Gabon’s beaches. The Leatherback and the olive ridley nest here regularly but the green turtle as well as the hawksbill turtle. Meals included(s): Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Overnight at Pte. Ste. Cathérine Beach Camp

Day 5: Pointe St. Catherine Beach – Libreville – Depart

After an early breakfast, return to Loango Lodge. Return to Libreville and make your connecting flight home. Meals included(s): Breakfast

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