YANKARI GAME RESERVE

One of the most popular tourist places in Africa, the Yankari Game Reserve is a large wildlife park in the Bauchi State. The state-governed park is known to conserve the few remaining endangered lions and elephants in Nigeria. Apart from its flourishing flora and fauna, the game reserve is also home to a number of additional attractions such as the Marshall Caves and the Ducky Wells, which were used by slave traders in ancient Africa.

Also located within the Reserve is the Wikki Warm Spring, a natural hot water spring known for its healing qualities. The Reserve is home to a Museum as well. Apart from this, there are several resorts and camps within Yankari, where tourists  should choose to spend a night.

Location: Yankari Game Reserve, Bauchi State, Nigeria

Timings: 07.00AM-10.00PM on all days of the week

Entry Fee: Children: 800 Nigerian naira

                   Adults: 2,000 Nigerian naira