The most beautiful natural sites to discover South

The lodge on the Island of the Red Buffalo offers all the above activities (hippos, Descente descent), and more: overland hikes are also proposed, with the introduction of rainforest biodiversity and the discovery of its various media in all their aspects: flora, mammals and birds, butterflies, mushrooms… Mountain bikes are available to visit nearby villages, and kayaks allow to enjoy the forest from a new perspective. The discovery of the life of a forest operation provides an opportunity to better understand the different methods of valuing timber, while preserving the great forest. Hippos: 50 000 FCFA for a group of up to 9 persons. Descent from Mbaere: 50 000 FCFA if you have your vehicle, if not rent it to the Red Buffalo (CFAF 60 000 per day). Pygmies dance at the corner of the fire: 90 000 FCFA for the group.

A forest company founded in 1974, the Scadplus is located 24 km from Mbaïki, accessible by an excellent trail that winds in the forest. Take the road on the left at the entrance to Mbaïki (follow the sign and leave the tar). At the next crossing, turn right towards Mongoussa (the left leads to Café-Machado and go to Mongoumba). The sawmill and veneer plant - from which the chimneys of the largest boiler in Africa emerge - overlook the Lobaye. It is possible to swim there, following the advice of the premises, and even to rent a canoe (about 1 500 FCFA) for a small walk on the river. Provide a picnic, as there is no accommodation structure on site.