KAINJI LAKE NATIONAL PARK
Niger & Kwara States
Nigeria's first national park, combining wildlife, savannah, waterways and the landscapes surrounding Kainji Lake.
- Wildlife
- Nature
- Heritage
- Adventure
About
Kainji Lake National Park is located around two sectors — Borgu and Zugurma — and covers a vast area of savannah and woodland.
The park was established in 1979 and was the first national park created in Nigeria.
History & National Significance
The park represents an important stage in Nigeria's development of protected areas and wildlife conservation.
Its location around Kainji Lake also connects the destination with one of Nigeria's major inland water bodies and the wider history of the Niger River.
What Visitors Can Experience
- - Wildlife viewing
- - Birdwatching
- - Savannah landscapes
- - Nature drives
- - Fishing and water-based experiences where permitted
- - Photography
- - Cultural encounters with surrounding communities
The park covers more than 5,300 square kilometres across its two sectors.
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