8 days in Gabon Itinerary

The capital of Gabon and home to almost half of the country's residents, Libreville differs from many African cities, with paved roads, clean streets, and luxurious residences.

Your inner history buff will appreciate L'Eglise St-Michel Libreville and St Marie Cathedral. The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Pointe-Denis Beach, admire the landmark architecture of Institut francais, get a sense of history and politics at Palais Presidentiel, and don't miss a visit to Memorial Leon Mba.

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Cardiff, UK to Libreville is an approximately 19-hour flight. Traveling from Cardiff to Libreville, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Plan for warmer temperatures traveling from Cardiff in January, with highs in Libreville at 35°C and lows at 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Lope Wildlife Reserve.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Fri): identify plant and animal life at Reserve de la Lope.

For maps, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, read Lope Wildlife Reserve trip maker site.

You can take a train from Libreville to Lope Wildlife Reserve in 7 hours. You will have some time to spend on the 15th (Fri) before leaving for Omboue.

Omboué is a town located in Ogooué-Maritime province, Gabon.GeographyIt is the departmental capital of Etimboué Department. On the 16th (Sat), pause for some serene contemplation at Sainte-Anne du Fernand Vaz.

For ratings, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, read our Omboue online travel route planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Lope Wildlife Reserve to Omboue. On the 16th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Port Gentil.

Port-Gentil or Mandji is the second-largest city of Gabon, and its leading seaport. Kick off your visit on the 17th (Sun): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedrale Saint Louis.

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Explore your travel options from Omboue to Port Gentil with the Route module. In January, plan for daily highs up to 35°C, and evening lows to 29°C. On the 18th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.