Parc National d'Akanda, National park and nature reserve north of Libreville, Gabon.
The park extends over 540 square kilometers along Mondah and Corisco bays, featuring extensive mangrove forests and coastal ecosystems.
President Omar Bongo established Akanda National Park in 2002 following a comprehensive environmental study to protect Gabon's natural heritage.
Local communities near the park maintain traditional fishing practices in designated areas, contributing to regional food supply and economic activities.
Visitors can access the park by hiring pirogues from Ambowè or Cap Estérias, with daily rental rates of approximately 100,000 CFA francs.
The park contains 25 percent of Africa's protected mangroves and functions as Gabon's primary sanctuary for migratory bird populations.
Location: Libreville
Address: HG42+965, Libreville, Gabon Libreville Libreville
Phone: +24166223575
GPS coordinates: 0.58098,9.55415
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:58
The national parks and reserves of Gabon protect rainforests, savannas, and coastal areas. These natural spaces are home to elephants, gorillas, buffalo and marine turtles. The country also includes cultural sites like the St. Louis Cathedral in Libreville built by the Eiffel workshops and the Raponda Walker Arboretum with its collection of local plants.
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