This is Gabon’s only marine national park. Beaches are home to one of the world’s largest concentrations of leatherback turtles. Whales can be seen here, and sport fishing offers enormous potential, especially at the mouth of the Banio lagoon. Large mammals are easily visible on the strip of land that separates the Banio lagoon from the sea. Mayumba is a friendly fishing town and one of the most promising sites for beach tourism.

Accommodation

MEDIA NKUKU HOTEL

Beachfront (2 suites and 4 large rooms)

HOTEL SMARI NYANGA CLUB

Taken over in 2005 by the Belgian company Macors. It offers superb views over the Banio River and features wooden bungalows, panoramic dining rooms, beautiful gardens, swimming pool and barbecue area.

Access

By car or 4X4 (1.5 days from Libreville)

Sources :

COCAN, Guide de voyage. (2012). Gabon Terre d’Expéditions.

AGATOUR, Guide de voyage. (2012). Gabon.