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Mayombe Forest- Travel Tips
What to See, How to Plan & Tours- Natural Scenery
- 3 Reviews
The Mayombe Forest, spanning Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Republic of Congo, and Gabon, is a critical part of the Congo Basin's tropical rainforest, covering approximately 36,000 km². Known for its rich biodiversity, the forest is home to endangered species such as chimpanzees, lowland gorillas, and forest elephants, alongside rare birds like the African grey parrot. The ecosystem features towering evergreen trees, diverse plant layers, and frequent misty conditions. Efforts to establish a Transfrontier Protected Area aim to conserve its unique environment while supporting local communities through sustainable practices, addressing challenges like deforestation and poaching.
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Reviews of Maiombe Forest
Alfredo Zau - 5
Roger Kebiye - 5
Excellent
Nenad S - 5
Mayombe is part of the second largest forest in the world after the Amazon. It's fascinating to see for all lovers of nature, but tourism in Cabinda province isn't much developed, so there isn't much information available. There are some beautiful places to explore between the towns of Buco Zau and Belize, and apparently there's also forestry office in Buco Zau where they could arrange activities. There are also places with primates, but needs proper arrangement with guides. The road from Cabinda town is not in a good state, therefore it takes some time (3-4 hours from Cabinda to Belize). I hope tourism will improve here, because the forest is fascinating place to explore.
