Gashaka-Gumti National Park was created in 1991 out of two game reserves and is the largest national park in Nigeria. It is located near the border with Cameroon and covers over 6.400 sq km. The south of the park is very mountainous, rich in valleys, gorges and montane forests. In the north we can find mostly savanna. There are 103 species of mammals which have been identified such as golden cat, buffalo, duikers, wild dog, roan antelope, and chimpanzees. We can also find lions, elephants, waterbuck, hartebeest, kob, oribi, klipspringer, colobus monkey, hippos, crocodiles, eland, warthog, baboon and many more. The park has over 1 million birds and we can find over 500 species. It is favoured by birders all over Africa. With its spectacular landscapes the park is definitely worth a visit. 

There are no roads crossing this remote wilderness to Cameroon besides a few trails, meaning visitors are completely off the beaten path where they can enjoy the calmth and serenity of the green lush forests, open savannahs, wild mountains and the abundance of wildlife. The park is explored by hiking and there are several hikes possible ranging from simple day hikes up to two-weeks adventures, including a hike on the Gangirwal. We have professional staff who know the park very well and will guide you through the park.

We have made a budget tour which starts in either Lagos or Abuja, flying to Yola together with our guide, where your adventure will start.

Day 1: Flight to Yola, pile up on supplies and overnight in Yola.

Day 2: 7 hour driving to the park, leaving in the early morning. Get installed in the park, short walk in the park and/or nightwalk.

Day 3 – 4 – 5: Hiking through the park, while camping and preparing our own meals. We will search for monkeys, chimpanzees, birds and other animals.

Day 6: The long way back to Yola.

Day 7: Flight back to Abuja/Lagos

Please allow 1 or 2 buffer days in case the flight gets delayed and remember to allow enough time to get your pcr-results in case you need to catch a flight.

Costs:
1 person: 3.999 usd
2 persons: 2.299 usd pp
3 persons: 1.599 usd pp
4 persons: 1.299 usd pp 

Included:
– Professional guide assisting you from departure in Lagos/Abuja all the way back to your hotel.
– Local expert guide
– Camping and local accommodation
– All meals
– All entrance fees

The best time to visit is between December and March during the dry season, but you can visit the park during the rainy season as well if you are ok with some mud and can deal with the car maybe being stuck. Please bring adequate clothing, hiking shoes, enough socks, mosquito repellent, mosquito net, sunglasses, sunscreen, some basic medication, a torch and make sure all your equipment is charged or can be charged through a power bank/batteries.