Dja Faunal Reserve
The Dja Faunal Reserve was established in 1950 and designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. It is a vital part of the Congo Basin's extensive rain forests. The Dja Faunal Reserve is one of Africa's largest protected tracts of rainforest. The Dja River, which works as a natural border for the area, marks out 90% of the reserve as a pristine and protected forest. The reserve is home to 107 mammals, including a considerable number of primates, for which it is most famous.
The white-collared mangabey, mandrill, drill, Western lowland gorilla, and chimpanzee are just a few of the primate species protected by the Dja Faunal Reserve. It connects to the Congolese Odzala-Kokoua National Park and Gabonese Minkébé National Park to form the TRIDOMarea, a crucial zone for the conservation of the Congo basin's African rainforest environment.
The reserve is home to about 1,500 plant species, 107 mammals (including forest elephants, African forest buffalo, and leopards), and 320 bird species. Within the reserve's boundaries, there is also a group of Baka pygmies who live in a relatively traditional manner. They contribute to the site's cultural value and are allowed to hunt using traditional ways, however, agriculture and professional hunting are prohibited. The location is not easily accessible, so a local guide is recommended.
Location: South-eastern Province, Cameroon
Entrance fee: 10 crowns
Best time to visit:
- January through July
- October through December
Hours: N/A
