Réserve naturelle intégrale du Mont Nimba
About This Museum
People come to the Réserve naturelle intégrale du Mont Nimba for a true wilderness experience, drawn by the dramatic silhouette of its 1,752-meter peak. This isn't a manicured park; it's a rugged world of lush forests clinging to steep slopes that suddenly give way to sweeping, grassy savannahs below. The real magic lies in the sheer number of unique creatures found nowhere else on Earth, from viviparous toads to clever chimpanzees that use stone tools. You leave with a profound sense of having visited one of West Africa's last great, untamed places.
Collection Highlights
The 'exhibits' here are living and wild: look for troops of tool-using chimpanzees, the bizarre Nimba otter shrew, and an incredible array of endemic frogs. The landscape itself is the main attraction, with its sharp ridges and inselbergs creating a stunning natural skyline.
Visitor Information
Access is strictly controlled to protect this fragile environment, so you'll need to arrange permits and an official guide well in advance through the proper authorities. Come prepared for challenging hikes and variable weather; this is an adventure for serious nature lovers.
Architecture & Building
There is no main building—the 'architecture' is entirely natural, comprised of the mountain's unique pyramidal peak, ancient granite formations, and the sharp transition between dense montane forest and open grassland.
Contact & Location
Address: Réserve naturelle intégrale du Mont Nimba, Lola, Nzérékoré, Guinée
Phone: +213 551 43 13 91
