Moukalaba-Doudou National Park

Moukalaba-Doudou National Park is a large protected area in Nyanga Province in southwestern Gabon with diverse landscapes and ecosystems.The park spans across rainforests, mountains, dry grasslands, lakes, and river systems that support different plants and animals.

An international conservation program began in the 1990s to protect the region before it was formally designated as a national park in the early 2000s.This early effort helped secure the ecological balance of the area for the future.

Local communities continue to share the landscape with protected wildlife, maintaining a balance between their traditional practices and conservation efforts.The area represents how people and nature can coexist in the same space over time.

The dry season offers the best conditions for visiting, when trails are easier to navigate and wildlife gathers near water sources.Visitors should be prepared with sturdy shoes and rain gear, as weather conditions can change quickly in this environment.

The area holds the highest concentration of primate species in Gabon, including gorillas, chimpanzees, and several lemur types that coexist in the same forest.This exceptional variety makes it one of the most important places for primate research in West Africa.