Kiang West National Park

The Kiang West National Park is approximately 11,500 hectares, the largest nature reserve in the West African nation of Gambia.

Topography

The National Park is located about 145 kilometers from the capital Banjul and approximately five miles from Tendaba away with the Tendaba camp. Located on the south bank of the Gambia River, the area in the Lower River Region is located in the Kiang West District and is accessible via the South Bank Road. Three entrances lead into the park, which can be explored on foot but also by car. In Dumbutu, one of the inputs, which is also located next to the South Bank Road, is the office of the park.

In the northwest, on the banks of the Gambia River, lies the country brand Tubabkollon Point.

History

When setting up the park in 1987 was involved, among other things Germany. Tourism plays a minor role; but it is hoped that he is more developed.

Flora

Large parts of the area consist of gallery forests and wet savannas. On the river side of mangrove forests are found.

Fauna

In addition to bushbuck and duiker here are caracal and find the Serval Cat. The mangroves are found crocodiles, mongooses and otters. With luck, even African manatees are seen. Baboons and colobus monkeys are found throughout the area.