Bafing National Park

National Park

Bafing National Park in Mali's Kayes Region protects dry savanna and river valleys. Travelers interested in remote parks come for guided wildlife walks and visits to nearby villages.

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Bafing National Park essentials

Country: Mali
Driest months: Jan-Mar
Pay in: Franc (Fr)
Language: French
Emergency: 18

Bafing National Park at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Bafing National Park

Best accessed in the dry season when roads are passable and wildlife is more easily observed.

Dry season
November-March · 20-35°C (68-95°F)
Easier roads and better wildlife visibility.
Wet season
June-October · 25-40°C (77-104°F)
Heavy rains can make roads impassable and increase river levels; some areas flood.

Weather & Climate near Bafing National Park

Climate

Bafing National Park's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with very hot summers (peaking in May) and hot winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 19°C to 42°C. Moderate rainfall (762 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 90 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryJanuaryNovember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
46°
Warmest Month
10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 19° - 32° 26° 0 mm mostly sunny 19% 2.4 m/s 1.7 very high 11.3h
February Ideal 21° - 36° 28° 0 mm mostly sunny 15% 2.8 m/s 2.0 very high 11.6h
March Excellent 22° - 40° 31° 0 mm mostly sunny 14% 2.4 m/s 2.3 extreme 11.9h
April Excellent 24° - 43° 33° 2 mm mostly sunny 17% 2.6 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.3h
May Very Good 25° - 42° 34° 27 mm some cloud 29% 2.4 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.6h
June Very Good 25° - 38° 33° 105 mm partly cloudy 53% 2.2 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.8h
July Good 24° - 33° 32° 190 mm partly cloudy 76% 2.2 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.7h
August Good 23° - 31° 31° 243 mm partly cloudy 85% 1.8 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.4h
September Good 23° - 32° 31° 152 mm partly cloudy 84% 1.9 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.1h
October Excellent 23° - 34° 32° 42 mm some cloud 74% 1.5 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.7h
November Ideal 21° - 34° 27° 1 mm mostly sunny 47% 1.6 m/s 1.8 very high 11.4h
December Ideal 19° - 32° 25° 0 mm mostly sunny 29% 2.0 m/s 1.6 very high 11.2h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Bafing National Park

Access typically via Koulikoro or Kayes regions; travel requires coordination with Mali’s wildlife authorities and local guides. Overland travel on unpaved roads is common; use of 4x4 vehicles recommended.

Tips for Visiting Bafing National Park

  • This is a remote protected area; arrange permits and local guides through Mali's wildlife authorities before travel
  • Bring mosquito protection and be prepared for heat during daytime in the dry season
  • Road access can be rough; use 4x4 transport and plan overnight logistics in advance