
Gabon Birding Tour
Gabon Birding Tour Overview (Lope and Loango National Parks) – Expore a wealth of avian species.
Immerse yourself in a 10 day birdwatching expedition across Gabon’s vast and captivating wilderness. Our itinerary highlights the diverse landscapes of Lopé and Loango National Parks. Throughout this adventure, you’ll hike, kayak, and boat through awe-inspiring environments. We’ll explore untouched beaches frequented by forest animals and lush gallery forests bustling with rare primates and exotic bird species. Along the way, you’ll encounter an incredible array of avian life. Top birds include the elusive African River Martin and Dja River Scrub Warbler. In addition to birdwatching, enjoy unique opportunities to track gorillas, witness wave-riding hippos, and experience close encounters with some of Africa’s most elusive wildlife.
Lope National Park
Lopé National Park is a birding haven, known for its unique blend of forest and savanna habitats. Over 420 bird species have been recorded here. Some of the key species include the elusive Black-headed Bee-eater, Bates’s Swift, and Congo Serpent Eagle. The park’s varied landscapes provide opportunities to spot forest specialists, savanna dwellers, and riverine birds.
Loango National Park
Loango National Park is a premier birding destination, offering diverse habitats that attract a rich variety of bird species. Its coastal savannas, forests, wetlands, and rivers support sought-after species like the African River Martin, Rosy Bee-eater, and African Finfoot. The Park has a recorded bird list of over 300 species. These include raptors, waterbirds, and forest dwellers. Loango provides birdwatchers with exceptional opportunities to observe rare and endemic species. Definitely one of Gabon’s top locations for birding.
Let’s go birding in Gabon!
| Safari starts and ends in Libreville | Comfortable |
| Duration | 10 Days |
| Departure dates | September 2025 – last spots available |





Top Birds
Dja River Scrub Warbler, Black-headed Bee-eater, Congo Moor Chat, Congo Serpent Eagle, African Skimmer, Rock Pratincole, Rosy Bee-eaters, Hartlaub’s Duck, Sabine’s Spinetail, Carmelite Sunbird.
Top Mammals
Western Lowland Gorilla, Mandrill, Chimpanzee, Black Colobus Monkey, Sun-tailed Guenon, Sitatunga, Forest Elephant, Leopard.



Summary of day to day Itinerary
| Day 1 | Libreville |
| Day 2 | Libreville – Lopé National Park |
| Day 3-4 | Lopé National Park |
| Day 5 | Lope National Park – Lambaréné |
| Day 6 | Lambaréné – Loango National Park |
| Day 7-9 | Loango National Park |
| Day 10 | Loango National Park – Port Gentil – Libreville – Departure |