Gabon
Atlas World essential guide
Near-pristine equatorial rainforest and national parks where elephants and gorillas reach the beach make Gabon a rare biodiversity sanctuary. Atlas Lume suggests reading Gabon through its landscapes, neighbourhoods, transport and living culture, with the context needed to plan with judgement rather than collect places.
Libreville works as a practical reference point, but every route should adapt to distances and season. The main language is French, the currency is Franco CFA de África Central and the generally recommended time to go is June to September. Always confirm entry requirements, conditions and services with official sources before travelling.
Always confirm visas, health requirements, timetables and transport conditions with official sources before travelling.
Stories about Gabon
News and long-form features
An Expedition to Gabon with EL PAÍS Travel, Africa’s Last Eden
The Labyrinth of Track and Locomotive: The Railway and Human Odyssey of the Transgabonais in the Equatorial Heart
The Heartbeat of the Trans-Gabon Railway: Forest Engineering, Mining, and Connectivity in the Heart of Central Africa




