Mbe Mountains Community Forest

Mbe Mountains Community Forest is a protected woodland area in southern Nigeria featuring varied habitats and wildlife corridors. The terrain changes across the region, supporting different types of tropical vegetation at varying elevations.

The forest received protected status in 2005 following collaboration between local communities and an international conservation organization. This action was taken to safeguard endangered species and their habitats.

Local communities have long roots in this forest and play an active role in its protection today. You can observe how traditional ways of caring for the land blend with contemporary conservation efforts.

Getting around the area is best done on foot using established paths through the forest. It helps to go with experienced guides who know the terrain and can point out the best times and routes to explore.

The forest is home to rare animal species, including small populations of great apes and other threatened wildlife. It serves as a crucial connecting zone between larger protected areas in the region.

Inception: 2005

GPS coordinates: 6.21667,9.06667

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:46