Bahr Salamat Faunal Reserve

The Bahr Salamat Faunal Reserve is a protected area in southeastern Chad featuring savannahs and woodlands along a river of the same name. The land provides habitat for diverse wildlife and serves as a key region for animal migration patterns across the area.

This reserve was established in the 1960s to protect animal populations and natural resources in the region. Its creation was part of early conservation efforts in Chad aimed at countering growing pressures on wild species.

The name comes from the Bahr Salamat River, which has shaped settlement patterns and daily life in the region for generations. Visitors can observe how local communities depend on the landscape and practice sustainable ways of using its natural resources.

To visit this reserve, you need to obtain special permission and hire a local guide for safety and wildlife observation. Travel during cooler months and bring water and insect protection to stay comfortable during your time here.

The reserve forms an integrated network with a neighboring national park and a controlled hunting area to protect animal migration routes across boundaries. This coordination allows wildlife populations to move freely between different protected areas.

Inception: February 29, 1964

GPS coordinates: 10.62750,19.41528

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:43