Yankari Game Reserve in Bauchi state Nigeria

Category: Tourism |

Yankari Game Reserve, located in Bauchi State, Nigeria, is the country’s top wildlife and eco-tourism site. Spanning 2,244 km² of savannah terrain, it hosts over 50 mammal species, including Nigeria’s largest elephant population, hippos, lions, antelopes, and more than 350 bird species. Visitors enjoy attractions like the Wikki Warm Spring, Marshall Caves, Dukkey Wells, and ancient iron smelting sites. The park features Wikki Camp with chalets, a museum, and safari tours. Despite conservation challenges such as poaching and infrastructure decay, efforts by the Wildlife Conservation Society have improved wildlife protection. The best time to visit is during the dry season (December–April).