Borgu Game Reserve

Wildlife Reserve

Savannah reserve in northwestern Nigeria near transboundary conservation zones; visited on safaris and birding trips for large mammals and seasonal birdlife.

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Borgu Game Reserve essentials

Country: Nigeria
Driest months: Dec-Feb
Pay in: Naira (₦)
Language: English
Emergency: 199

Borgu Game Reserve at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Borgu Game Reserve

The dry season is generally best for wildlife spotting; local guides can advise on road conditions year-round.

Dry season
November-March · 25-35°C (77-95°F)
Easier wildlife viewing as animals congregate around reliable water sources.
Wet season
April-October · 24-32°C (75-90°F)
Lush vegetation and newborn animals, but some tracks become muddy and harder to traverse.

Weather & Climate near Borgu Game Reserve

Climate

Borgu Game Reserve's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with very hot summers (peaking in April) and hot winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from 16°C to 38°C. Abundant rainfall (1031 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 124 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 17° - 35° 26° 0 mm clear 43% 2.6 m/s 1.6 very high 11.5h
February Excellent 20° - 37° 29° 2 mm mostly sunny 39% 2.7 m/s 1.8 very high 11.7h
March Excellent 23° - 38° 31° 15 mm some cloud 45% 2.4 m/s 2.0 very high 12.0h
April Very Good 25° - 37° 35° 51 mm partly cloudy 59% 2.4 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.3h
May Good 24° - 34° 33° 113 mm partly cloudy 70% 2.5 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.5h
June Good 23° - 32° 30° 152 mm partly cloudy 76% 2.3 m/s 2.0 very high 12.6h
July Good 22° - 30° 26° 188 mm overcast 81% 2.3 m/s 1.9 very high 12.6h
August Good 22° - 29° 25° 231 mm overcast 84% 1.8 m/s 1.8 very high 12.3h
September Good 22° - 30° 26° 210 mm partly cloudy 83% 1.5 m/s 2.0 very high 12.1h
October Very Good 21° - 32° 27° 66 mm some cloud 78% 1.5 m/s 2.0 very high 11.8h
November Excellent 18° - 35° 27° 3 mm mostly sunny 61% 2.0 m/s 1.8 very high 11.5h
December Ideal 17° - 35° 26° 0 mm clear 51% 2.3 m/s 1.6 very high 11.4h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Borgu Game Reserve

The reserve is in northern Nigeria near the border with Benin; access is typically by road from regional towns such as New Bussa or via chartered vehicles from larger cities. Organized tours and local operators provide logistics and guided safaris.

Tips for Visiting Borgu Game Reserve

  • The reserve is remote - join organized safaris or contact local conservation authorities before travel.
  • Bring long-range insect repellent and malaria prophylaxis if advised by health authorities for the region.
  • Respect park rules on photography and interaction with wildlife; guided drives reduce disturbance to animals.