Jardin Botanique d'Eala, Botanical garden in Mbandaka, Democratic Republic of the Congo
The Eala Botanical Garden encompasses 371 hectares along the Ruki River, containing over 10,000 plant species from tropical rainforests and international collections.
Belgian botanist Emile Laurent established the garden in 1900 under King Leopold II administration to document local flora and assess agricultural possibilities.
The garden maintains a scientific library and herbarium dedicated to preserving knowledge about Central African plant species and traditional botanical practices.
Visitors can access the garden daily from 7:30 AM to 6 PM, with entrance fees at 3000 Congolese Francs and guided tours available for 200 Francs.
The garden features forty different fruit species and includes 170 hectares of protected forest reserve containing endemic plants from the Congo Basin.
Location: Mbandaka
Inception: 1900
Founders: Belgians
GPS coordinates: 0.05500,18.31110
Latest update: March 4, 2025 18:47
Salonga National Park
441.7 km
Nsele Valley Park
565.1 km
Nouabalé-Ndoki National Park
330 km
Dzanga-Sangha Special Reserve
435.7 km
Dzanga-Ndoki National Park
362 km
Stade Municipal de Kintélé
574.4 km
Nabemba Tower
587.4 km
Cathédrale Notre-Dame (Bangui)
481.3 km
Basilique Sainte-Anne-du-Congo de Brazzaville
587.3 km
Mbeli Bai
323.8 km
Lobéké National Park
375.4 km
Odzala National Park
385 km
Sangha Trinational
364.6 km
Batéké Plateau National Park
538.9 km
Pont de lianes de Poubara
567.8 km
Sacred Heart Cathedral, Brazzaville
588.1 km
Ntokou-Pikounda National Park
198.8 km
Mont Nabemba
520.5 km
Chutes de Boali
537.3 km
Mbaéré Bodingué National Park
439.4 km
Ngoyla Faunal Reserve
560.9 km
Léfini Faunal Reserve
467.2 km
Stade Omnisport Marien Ngouabi d'Owando
276.9 km
Sts. Peter and Paul Cathedral, Basankusu
210.3 km
Stade de Djambala
488.8 km
Chutes de Djamila
422.5 km
National Assembly of the Central African Republic building
483.7 km
Nki Nationalpark
497.8 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes