The Maiombe Forest is part of the Kakongo Forest Reserve – a large protected area located on the northern border with the Democratic Republic of Congo. This great tropical forest is one of the largest on the African continent, covering an area of 290,000 hectares. Visitors are always impressed by the lush green landscape, the thick woodlands, and the diverse and thriving ecosystem.
Abundant quantities of precious woods such as ebony, African sandalwood, and African blackwood can be found at Maiombe, where trees are often over 50 meters tall. The fauna is equally impressive: rare bird species, gorillas, chimpanzees, and even elephants.