Port-Gentil Half Day Tour: Architecture, History, and Beautiful Sandy Beaches
- Duration: 1 Days (approx.)
- Location: Port-Gentil
- Product code: PGJ491
Situated in Mandji Island and known for its seaport and highly developed oil activity, Port-Gentil in western Gabon is dubbed as the country's economic capital. The port city is located in the Cape Lopez peninsula and its structure, with each district made of small islands linked by bridges, makes it worth a visit even just for a couple of hours.
Architectural treasures from the colonial period await when you set foot in Port-Gentil. See the well-preserved general hospital, the Romanesque cathedral of Saint-Louis, and of course, the vibrant Grand Village market where you'll see fresh and colorful local produce. The tip of the island, Cape Lopez, one of the largest slave markets of the past, also invites you on a journey through the dark history of slavery.
Aside from the stories and well-preserved architectural gems from the past, Port-Gentil also shelters unspoiled sandy beaches like the palm tree-fringed Sogara Beach. Overall, this small port city is a representation of Gabon in many aspects - an industrial landscape coexisting harmoniously with culture, history, and authentic nature.
Includes
- Half-day Port-Gentil tour
- Professional local guide
- Public transportation fare
Excludes
- Visa and visa application
- Travel insurance and immunizations
- Meals and beverages
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
