Gabon

Health & safety

Dangers & annoyances

Treat Libreville like any big city with its fair share of crime. Police will hassle you, so always carry your passport or a copy (and a copy of your visa).

The dreaded fourous (tiny insects) will leave red splotches, but won’t hurt until a few days into the forest when infernal itchiness ensues.

The terrible roads, crazy drunk drivers and huge trucks carrying unsecured loads of old-growth forest are possibly the biggest danger in country.

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While you're there

Women travellers

Women can expect unwanted attention from men, marriage proposals and, in share-taxis, the occasional groping. Women can feel free to stand their ground or involve other, local women in the ordeal.

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