Okonni Wildlife Sanctuary
ABOUT
Jointly owned by the Edo government and the Nigerian conservation fund, the Okonni wild life sanctuary is home to a variety of endangered primates including chimpanzees and white-throated monkeys.Other animal attractions include bush-babies, buffaloes, porcupines and red river hogs.This was built in 1985. It is notable as a conservation center for endangered primate species.
SERVICES
There are no services rendered here as the forest is not properly managed.
BEST FEATURES
It beautiful environment full with all kinds of animals around the forest
BEST TIME TO VISIT
It can be visited at any time of the year
WHO CAN VISIT
Historians, tourists
SAFETY
It is not safe at night as there are no security agents around the forest and one needs to be extremely careful
Notable As
a conservation center for endangered primate species.
Quote About Place
["Okonni is a sanctuary for endangered primates- Afeez, a wildlife photographer."]
Things To Do
["Take a landscape shot.","Enjoy the ambience.","Face cap or hat"]
Nice Things About Place
The view and the closeness to nature it affords.
Reason For Loving Place
It is a natural habitat for the preservation of endangered primate species.
What To Bring
["A bottle of water in your backpack will go a long way.","Sun screen."]
Type Of People Who Visit
Tourists, Wild life enthusiasts, Photographers are some of the people you can find here.
Historical Incidence
["It is home to the rare white throat monkey."]
Entry Fee
₦0 - ₦1,000
