The river mouth
White waves.
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Conkouati-Douli National Park is a coastal park in the Republic of the Congo near the Gabon border, recognised by UNESCO. It combines beaches, coastal lagoons, savanna and forest, holding many habitats in one area. Its work centres on community outreach, scientific research and developing tourism. The park was created by presidential decree on 14 August 1999. The Ministry of Forest Economy runs it in partnership with a non-profit group, backed by many local and international partners. Chimpanzees, elephants and pangolins live here, and sea turtles nest on its beaches. From the air you see a broad river meeting the ocean, white waves on sandbanks and thick forest on both sides. Inland lies rolling green savanna dotted with islands of forest, with a calm lagoon in the distance. At sunset the sky colours above the trees. It is about 106 km from Pointe-Noire in a straight line. Roads are hard and services few, so arrange your visit ahead with the park authority and a guide. Bring insect repellent.
White waves.
Islands of forest.
Calm.
Atlantic coast, north of Pointe-Noire, Republic of the Congo
Chimpanzees, elephants, pangolins and sea turtles.
No, roads are hard, so plan ahead.