Garamba National Park, National park in Orientale Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Garamba National Park is a protected area in Orientale Province covering roughly 5,200 square kilometers with wetlands, thick forests, and open grasslands. The landscape transitions between Guinea-Congolian and Sudanese ecological zones.
The park was established in 1938 and gained UNESCO World Heritage status in 1980 for protecting elephants, giraffes, and northern white rhinoceros. This recognition highlighted its global importance for wildlife conservation.
The park works with nearby communities to provide jobs and training in conservation efforts, allowing local people to benefit from wildlife protection. This partnership shapes how residents view and support the park's presence in their region.
The park is managed by African Parks in partnership with the Congolese Institute for Nature Conservation and offers guided wildlife viewing tours. Visitors should prepare for regional conditions and follow local guidelines.
The park serves as the last refuge for Kordofan giraffes in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with a very small population that is carefully monitored. These rare animals represent the critical work the park does to save species on the edge of extinction.
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