Ivindo National Park Camps

Ivindo National Park protects one of the largest intact blocks of lowland rainforest in Gabon, and its UNESCO World Heritage status reflects both the scale of the forest and the health of the wildlife it still holds, including a strong population of forest elephants. Accommodation near Ivindo is camp-based rather than lodge-based, in keeping with the park’s remote, largely unroaded interior.

Where Camps Are Positioned

Camps operate close to the park’s main draws, particularly the Kongou Falls, a wide multi-channel waterfall on the Ivindo River that is one of the most photographed natural features in the country, and along the river routes used to reach the park’s forest bais — the mineral-rich forest clearings where elephants, buffalo, and forest antelope gather to feed.

Getting There & What to Expect

Reaching Ivindo typically involves a combination of light aircraft or rail to the nearest access point followed by boat and forest walking, so camps here are geared toward a slower, more expedition-style visit than a conventional drive-in safari. Facilities are simple and functional, built around access to the falls and the bais rather than lodge amenities.