NACHISAR NATIONAL PARK

Size: 514km2 (Eighth)
Region: SNNPR
Geographical Location: 505km south-west of Addis Ababa near Arba Minch
Altitude: 1,108-1,608m

Physical Features: The park is an impressive Swathe (wrapping) of whitegrass plains set against the back drop of Clearly Defined, deeply cut hills and Mountains. 78km of The Park is water-parts of Lake Chamo and abaya.

Temperature: There are host springs at the far eastern sector of the Park. Temperature range Between 11°C and 26°C. January to March is the hottest period with daily maximum of around 35°C. November and December are typically the coldest months with maximum of Around 28°C.

Rainfall: averages 888(900)mm and mainly falls march to May and September to November.

Vegetation: Savannah dry bush ground water forest.

Fauna: Anubis baboon, verve Monkey, colobus Monkey, Swayne's Harte best, Busechel's Zebra, African Wild dog greater kudu, cat, Grant's gazelle, Guenther's dik-dik, black-backed Jackal, Crocodile and hippopotamus.

Birdlife: The 188(333) bird species, Including 2(3) endemics of the area are quite varied reflecting the different habitats within the park. Both the red-billed and gerhornbill are Common here. The Three endemics are thick-billed raven. The watt led Ibis and the mysterious, Nechisar nightjar. Also common are fish eagle, Kingfishers, and rollers, various bustard species are also found in the park, including the large and impressive kori.

Visitor Facilities: Campsite in forest near kilfo river, Hotels in nearby town of Arab Minch