Tourist Places to Visit in Mongomo, Wele-Nzas, Equatorial Guinea, Africa

Tourist Places to Visit in Mongomo, Wele-Nzas, Equatorial Guinea, Africa

Mongomo is a city belonging to the Wele-Nzas Province of Equatorial Guinea, situated in the extreme east of the country, on the border of Gabon with Equatorial Guinea. Mongomo geographically coordinates with 1°38′43.34″ N latitude and 11°19′00.60″ E longitude, is located around 200 km east-southeast of Bata, the capital of Equatorial Guinea. Mongomo is home to a soccer club, Deportivo Mongomo, which pays in Equatoguinean Premier League. The Mongomo Provincial Hospital and Mongomo Hotel are the two major landmarks of Mongomo.

How to reach Mongomo?

Mongomo is served by the Bata Airport, one of three airports of Equatorial Guinea. It is situated around 220 km away from the centre of Mongomo. This airport covers only African cities like Douala, Libreville, Cotonou and Malabo.

At the airport, taxis are generally available and for those who want more comfort travel, advised to book a private transfer prior to the reaching the airport.

To get around Mongomo, buses are generally available and taxis are gettable from the local travel agency on day or week basis.

Culture, Food and Shopping in Mongomo:

Mongomo houses one of the major soccer clubs of the country, named Deportivo Mongomo. The city also houses many cultural centres showcasing importance of itself and country’s culture.

Mongomo houses a nice traditional market where one can purchase a wide range of locally produced colorful handicraft products, fresh fruits and cloth. Mongomo also possesses few tourist favor restaurants.

What to do in Mongomo?

Visiting traditional markets
Walking
Village tours

Places to see in and around Mongomo:

Mongomo Provincial Hospital:

The Mongomo Provincial Hospital is one of the landmarks of Mongomo and other than services, the hospital is known for its nicely constructed building and surrounding environment.

Piedra Bere Natural Monument:

The Piedra Bere Natural Monument is a nature reserve, to the northwest of the city of Mongomo. It is rich in vegetation and also houses some native faunal species. Taking a guided tour to explore it is better.

Oyala:

Oyala is a city under construction to become the future capital of Equatorial Guinea by replacing the present capital, Malabo. The city is expected to cover an area of 8,150 hectares. It is located around 100 km west of Mongomo.

Evinayong:

Evinayong is a town, located around 130 km southwest of Mongomo. The town is well known for its nightlife activities with upgraded clubs, restaurants and cafes. Its traditional market is also popular.

List of other places of interests in and around Mongomo include:

Monte Alén National Park
Piedra Nzas Natural Monument
Bata
Bata Airport
Evinayong
Beaches in Bata
Nightlife in Bata
Arena Blanca
Universidad Nacional de Guinea Ecuatorial
Moca Valley
Pico Basilé
The Museum of Biyabiyan
Bioko Biodiversity Protection Program
Monte Alén National Park
Santa Isabel Catholic Cathedral
Pico Malabo
Colegio Nacional Enrique Nvó Okenve

Best time to visit Mongomo:

Generally during the months between November and February is the best time to visit Mongomo in Equatorial Guinea.

Accommodation Options in Mongomo:

The Mongomo Hotel is the most important accommodation centre in Mongomo, providing excellent hospitality services with all upgraded facilities and services. It is located at Kos Ete. For more facilitated hotels, it is advised for visitors to drive towards Bata. Some reputed hotels in Mongomo and Bata (around 200 km from Mongomo) are as follows: