Bahr Salamat Faunal Reserve- Travel Tips

What to See, How to Plan & Tours

Bahr Salamat Faunal Reserve, established in 1964, spans 20,600 square kilometers in Chad and surrounds Zakouma National Park. Named after the Bahr Salamat River, the reserve includes parts of the Salamat, Guéra, and Moyen-Chari regions, with half of its area designated as the Lac Iro Controlled Hunting Area. It provides critical habitats for migratory birds, cheetahs, hippos, elephants, and various antelope species. The reserve also supports essential ecological functions, including flood prevention, groundwater regulation, sediment capture, and serving as a breeding ground for fish.