Reserva do Gilé

The Reserva do Gilé extends across 2,860 square kilometers of miombo forests, dambos, and riverine vegetation along multiple watercourses in eastern Mozambique.

The Portuguese administration established this conservation area as a Partial Game Reserve in 1932, marking an early commitment to wildlife protection in colonial Mozambique.

Local communities near the reserve maintain traditional practices while participating in conservation efforts, creating a balanced approach to natural resource management.

Visitors require 4x4 vehicles to access the reserve, and should plan their trips between April and October when road conditions are most favorable.

The reserve contains distinctive granite kopjes that create specialized ecosystems, supporting 95 mammal species and 114 bird species within their vicinity.

Location: Zambezia Province

GPS coordinates: -16.63189,38.40044

Latest update: March 14, 2025 17:12