Introducing Ivindo National Park
Langoué Bai in the dense, tropical Ivindo National Park is perhaps the pièce de résistance of all the Gabonese ecodestinations, presenting the rare opportunity to view forest animals undisturbed in their own environment. The Bai, a Pygmy word for a marshy clearing in the forest, serves as a source of minerals for the animals and acts as a magnet for large numbers of forest elephants, western lowland gorillas, sitatunga, buffalo, monkeys and rare bird species. A WCS-built research station and ecocamp near the clearing allow visitors to easily view the wildlife.
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All-inclusive stays at the stunning, ecologically friendly base camp, designed to reduce human impact on the environment (composting toilets, solar energy, no chemicals), are pricey at US$315 per night, but worth it.
Arrangements to get to the Bai must be made well in advance through travel agents in Libreville. An intensive two- to three-hour hike with pack into the campsite is required. Prepare to sweat. And then prepare to be amazed.
Last updated: Mar 2, 2009
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RE: Travelling in Gabon with a small budget - is it possible? ;-)
by togoville 22 February 2008
I was in Gabon for 3 weeks last year and it is definately not a good destination for the budget traveller- or if you want to see a lot…
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Langoué Bai (Ivindo) vs. Loango
by Potas 05 September 2007
When are you coming to Gabon?
What would you like to see?
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Langoué Bai (Ivindo) vs. Loango
by Niklass 04 September 2007
I have only one week in Gabon. What is the most rewarding experience and in what way? Langoué Bai (Ivindo) or Loango? Thanks for all advice.…
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