Getting around by boat and ferry Libreville

The ship leaves Libreville according to the tide: one week, departure in the morning (between 7 a. m. and 9 p. m.); the other week, the afternoon (between 14 a. m. and 18 p. m.). Check in at the time of booking. Currently a boat, the Bekaelya ("hope" in myéné), operates and trains from Libreville to Port-Gentil in return (just 3 hours), every day except Mondays. 267 seats in economy class at 25 000 FCFA leather chairs and air conditioned room, child fare 12 500 FCFA, unaccompanied child fare 15 000 FCFA, 62 VIP 35 000 seats in air-conditioned room with lounge and snack served. Another boat is scheduled for December with passenger compartment and luggage compartment. It will serve West Africa to Central Africa (Togo, Cameroon, São Tomé, Equatorial Guinea). For rates and other destinations, please contact the agency. Given the vagaries of air transport, the development of this river line is an additional asset for tourists and residents.

Run half an hour before departure. Call before confirming the time of departure. The shuttle may not work in the dry season, when the sea is more eventful. It serves the Gombe lighthouse ("Chez Mustache", cf. "Accommodation, Restaurants") and also makes a stop at the Gabon Environment site.

The boats are not regular. Their departure depends on the demand for freight transport. For West Africa, there is about one boat per month; for Cameroon, sometimes two per month. 

Castel puts two boats at the disposal of the passengers: a large catamaran, the most comfortable of both, but slower: 25 min; and a small shuttle that runs in 15 minutes. The company offers a snack on the catamaran and a Castel beer on return. The catamaran, reserved for large groups, can rent for half a day or a day of trekking on the Komo. As far as the rate is concerned, you must call and agree with the company.

Based in Port-Gentil, this shipping company offers several round trips between Libreville and Port-Gentil per week, aboard the MV Evongue or the Victoria Jet. Luggage of 20 kg is included in the fare. Remember to check in early if you have several pieces of luggage. The journey is made inside on comfortable seats. The service on board is professional and a small bar allows you to refresh yourself or to cut a small hunger with a snack. Allow about 3 hours to reach Port-Gentil or Libreville.

Departure point for boats to Port-Gentil. Created in 1952, it's a lively place where restaurateurs and small traders stock up on wholesale supplies. Only a few restaurants remain, the others having been relocated in view of the forthcoming rehabilitation of the port, which is now in an advanced state of disrepair. The Office des Ports et Rades du Gabon (Oprag) plans to modernize the port by renovating the lanes, building a shopping center and developing a mini logistics base. It's a project that could change the face of the city, but it's a long time coming.