Curacao to Gabon

Surrounded by the Caribbean Sea, the stunning Island of Curacao is undoubtedly a little piece of paradise on earth. Anybody who has visited this island once would agree to this without a second thought. The island is blessed with a range of beaches that have crystal clear water and are perfect venues to indulge in a range of water sports. Also, they can enjoy an array of outdoor activities, like hiking, ATV tours and bike riding. The island boasts of some of the most beautiful coral reefs, and diving down to see them is an absolute must for every traveller. However, those who are not confident about their diving skills can visit the Sea Aquarium or even the Dolphin Academy, where they can interact with the adorable creatures - dolphins. To intermingle with animals of a different kind, tourists can visit the Ostrich Farm. At the Kura Hulanda Museum, vacationers can get an insight into the history of this island. While in Curacao, a visit to the capital city Willemstad, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a must. For sun, sand and surf, tourists can avail Curacao tour packages from MakeMyTrip.

The ‘Last Eden Earth on Earth’, Gabon lies along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean in western Africa. Extending across the equator with three-fourths of the nation dominated by rainforest, it faces an equatorial climate. Libreville is the capital city housing unique cultural treasures such as Palais Presidentiel and L'Eglise St-Michel. Several shops, hypermarkets, restaurants and government buildings are at the downtown avenue, Boulevard Triomphal. Near the city, the rainforest preserve, Arboretum de Sibang and the offshore Pointe Denis Beach offer the best escape into nature. Port Gentil in western Gabon is the nation’s second largest city. The seaport city lacks the rush of the capital but offers a bustling nightlife with Le Code Bar and Joe’s Restaurant & Bar being among the most sought-after. While St. Louis Church is an iconic landmark, Sogara Beach offers a fine leisurely ambience. The east central region of Gabon is popular for Ivindo National Park. Comprising an untamed landscape, Kongou, Mingouli and Djidji are three spectacular waterfalls that must not be missed. With 600 mammals, 2000 plant species and 400 bird species, it is also prized for being home to the largest concentration of western lowland gorillas in the entire continent. Loango National Park in western Gabon is another must-visit wonder with 100 km of beaches stretching along the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. This protected area also covers some parts of the Iguéla Lagoon. Here, travellers can enjoy sport fishing, whale watching, gorilla trekking and marine turtle spotting. To visit Gabon, simply choose MakeMyTrip to book flights and hotels with great discounts.