Pinselly Classified Forest

The Pinselly Classified Forest spans 13,000 hectares of dry montane forests and tall-grassed savanna patches in the Fouta Djallon Highlands of Guinea.

The establishment of Pinselly Forest as a protected area marked a critical step in Guinea's conservation efforts to preserve natural habitats in the Mamou region.

Local communities near the forest borders maintain traditional tribal housing structures, reflecting the long-standing connection between inhabitants and the natural environment.

Visitors can reach the forest from Conakry by taking a seven-hour car journey through the Guinean landscape, with the town of Ouré-Kaba serving as entry point.

The forest maintains one of the highest concentrations of Western chimpanzees in Guinea, with numerous sleeping nests scattered throughout the protected area.

Location: Mamou

GPS coordinates: 10.15000,-11.66667

Latest update: March 2, 2025 19:59