Spread throughout the land interrupting the rainforests are coastal plains, coastal forests, mountains, savannas, mangroves, and swamps. All containing various highly-sought-after wildlife viewing, much of which is protected by local law, and the focus of conservation and research initiatives such as Gabon Bleu, Gabon Green, Wildlife Conservation Society, World Wildlife Fund, WildAid, and many more. 

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Mellow Western Lowland Gorillas gently amble the forests, naturally elusive they can be difficult to observe

unless you are in Loango National Park. Here you can catch a glimpse into the life of Gabon's gorillas by going on a gorilla trekking experience. In Ivindo there is an idyllic setting with a high watch platform overlooking a large bai, often visited by gorillas, chimpanzees, elephants, buffalo, and much more. 

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Trekking highly animated, robust, and inquisitive chimpanzees should be possible in Loango in the future.

Forest elephants, the savanna species smaller cousins can be found dominating the rainforests, awkwardly navigating swamps and mangroves, and even strolling along Gabon's beaches.

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Many monkey species bring the forest canopies alive, not just the canopies but also the forest floor is frequented by more terrestrial species such as the distinct and brightly coloured Mandrills. Roaming the forests in groups of 200+. In Lopé you can go Mandrill trekking in search of their habituated group.

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Anywhere in Gabon, you will never be far from its wide array wildlife, also including equatorial bird species, at seasonal migratory birds. Nor the multitude of other wildlife roaming its diverse habitats: duikers, sitatunga, crocodiles, pangolins, snakes, creepy-crawlies, and, not forgetting it's marine life.