Galangashie Fauna Reserve

The Galangashie Fauna Reserve is located in northern Togo and constitutes a vital part of the expansive Oti-Keran National Park complex. It encompasses a classic Guinea-Sudan savanna landscape, defined by vast grasslands and scattered acacia trees. The reserve serves as a critical refuge for the country's remaining large wildlife, including elephants that migrate across the borders of Togo, Benin, and Burkina Faso. Various antelope species, such as the roan antelope, and warthogs are also native to this habitat. Preserving this ecosystem is fundamental to maintaining regional biodiversity within West Africa. Galangashie benefits from its connection to the transborder WAP ecosystem (W-Arly-Pendjari), one of the largest contiguous protected areas in the region. In recent years, monitoring efforts have been significantly ramped up to combat poaching and illegal land encroachment. For travelers, the reserve provides a unique opportunity to witness the untouched wilderness of northern Togo, characterized by its remarkable light and endless horizons.

Nearby cities

Bombouaka

Bombouaka is known for its humanitarian facilities and educational centers that serve the entire northern region.

Dapaong

Dapaong is located in the far north of Togo near the Burkina Faso border, surrounded by dry savanna landscapes.

Sansanné-Mango

Sansanné-Mango sits on the banks of the Oti River and is a major trading center in northern Togo.

Cinkassé

Cinkassé is a vibrant border town in the far northwest, linking Togo with Burkina Faso.

Mandouri

Mandouri is located in the east of the Savanes Region near the border with Benin.

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Tandjouaré

Tandjouaré is the capital of its prefecture and an important administrative center in the north.

Barkoissi

Barkoissi is located in the Savanes Region and is known for its significant regional livestock market.

Bogou

Bogou is situated in a dramatic landscape of table mountains and caves in northern Togo.

Biankouri

Biankouri is located in the far north of Togo, near the borders with Ghana and Burkina Faso.

More places

German Fort

The ruins of the German fort in Sansanné-Mango commemorate the colonial power's military presence in the north of the country.

Oti Basin

A vast basin landscape in northern Togo, through which the Oti River flows, dominated by savannas.

Oti Elephant Reserve

This reserve in northern Togo is one of the last places in the country where you can see free-roaming elephant herds in their natural env…

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Savanes Region Cattle Pastures

The vast grasslands in northern Togo provide ideal conditions for cattle ranching, which is the main source of income for many families.

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Galangashie Forest

An important forest reserve in northern Togo, forming the transition between savanna and forest.

Fosse aux Lions

A nature reserve in the far north of Togo, originally established for the protection of lions.

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Caves of Nano

Carved into the cliffs of Dapaong, these caves served local peoples for centuries as a refuge during ethnic conflicts.

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Caves of Maproug

Similar to Nano, the caves of Maproug are historical cave dwellings used by the Moba people for protection.