CUSTOMISED TRIPS

We organise other types of trip upon request. Trips can be varied in itinerary or length and longer stays in the forest can be planned. The practically unexplored zones of the forest can be visited by agreement with the Ivindo Park.

GETTING TO MAKOKOU

By taxi brousse or Bus:
There are a number of buses and taxis brousse that depart everyday from Libreville for Makokou. The Société gabonaise de Transport runs 1 or 2 50-seater buses to Makoko everyday. The société Etoile Transport, JC Transport, Dino Transport, and others leave from Libreville to Makoko everyday. Allow about 10-12hours journey time. Tickets about cost 15-20.000 Fcfa/person.

By train:
train from Libreville to Boué (night train, arriving at 3am), then taxi brousse booked in advanced for Makokou (3-4 hour).

By Plane:
flight from Libreville – Makokou (not available since 2015, but could be an option).

SEASONS / CLIMATE – MAKOKOU REGION

Long dry season (July-September):
infrequent rainfalls, mild temperatures (22/25°C), not much sunlight: poor photographic opportunities owing to scarce daytime illumination.

Short dry season: (December-February):
scarce rainfalls and plenty of sunlight.

Wet season (rest of the year):
frequent rainfalls, variable temperatures and abundant sunlight for photos.

EQUIPMENT

Please contact us regarding equipment necessary.

Medical and Travel Insurance are required for the trip
strong (soles) walking boots, a supply of socks (especially in the rainy season as they get wet easily)
light-weight long trousers (easy to dry), long-sleeved shirts; avoid brightly coloured clothes (green, grey, beige and brown are best)
swimming costume
poncho or lightweight rain-jacket (especially in the rainy season, but also in the short dry season)
light-weight sleeping bag
light-weight tent (please, contact us for advice)
small capacity backpack (30-40 litre), plus a 60 litre backpack for food and extra luggage, carried by the guides
sun cream
insect repellent
torch
anti-malaria pills