With its stunning beaches, equatorial forests, nature reserves and wealth of local crafts, Gabon is not short of tourist attractions. Until now however, it has not needed to exploit them.

Developing the tourism sector in Gabon has become a growing priority for authorities ... national parks are raising the country’s profile as a destination for natural attractions and high-end ...

Jet-skiing and quad biking are some of the attractions ... even though I say frankly that Gabon can live off its tourism," the minister said. But there are challenges. "The main obstacle is ...

Jet-skiing and quad biking are some of the attractions ... even though I say frankly that Gabon can live off its tourism,” the minister said. But there are challenges. “The main obstacle ...

But turning Gabon's natural assets into tourist cash has been tougher than expected. "They're body-surfing in the waves, it's quite amazing." So says my guide, Wynand Viljoen, as he recalls seeing ...

In spite of the country’s wealth of natural attractions, Gabon’s tourism industry has remained small in both absolute terms and the contribution it makes to the local economy. Between 2006 and 2011 ...

Here, adventurous tourists can observe elephants, buffaloes, gorillas and chimpanzees as part of the country’s burgeoning tourism efforts. Gabon’s officials see massive potential for ...