Dinder National Park

Dinder National Park is a protected area in eastern Sudan along the Ethiopia border, spanning savannas, woodlands, and wetlands. The landscape shifts between dry terrain and green zones that emerge during rainy seasons, providing habitats for many animal species.

The park was founded in 1935 and joined the World Network of Biosphere Reserves in 1979 to protect its diverse habitats. This international recognition helped strengthen and maintain the area's protected status over time.

The protected area provides natural resources that local communities depend on while being carefully managed to preserve habitats. People in the region use traditional practices that work alongside the park's conservation efforts.

The park lies roughly 400 kilometers southeast of Khartoum and requires a permit to visit, with visitors needing to bring their own supplies. On-site facilities are minimal, so proper planning ahead of arrival is essential.

The park is home to an impressive variety with 27 large mammal species, 160 bird species, and 32 fish species across its different habitats. This animal concentration makes it a rare refuge for many species that are declining elsewhere.