Between river and ocean, a protected area to discover
Created in 1991 and located in the lower delta of the Senegal River on the right bank, the Diawling National Park (DNP) is today an exceptional protected site where the conservation of the incredible diversity of landscapes, ecosystems and plant and animal species is in harmony with the local development and strengthening the resilience of populations.
The Diawling National Park, vector of unprecedented restoration of ecosystems and biodiversity
The PND was founded in 1991 in a context of strong environmental pressures, taking into account the consequences of hydraulic developments (Diama dams in 1985, Manantali in 1986 and annexes) on the Senegal River, combined with the perverse effects of the droughts of the 70s and 80s. The destruction of habitats, the disappearance of biodiversity and the The rural exodus were the direct consequences of disruption of this deltaic ecosystem.
A word from the Director
The process of ecological restoration of the lower right bank estuary went wonderfully and the Park was a great success. This is the result of a strong desire from public authorities which, in fact, reflects the taking into account of the environmental dimension in the various sectoral policies and strategies. This commitment from the State encouraged technical and financial assistance from partners in the environment and sustainable development sector (German Cooperation, EU, AFD/FFEM, MAVA) for the creation of a sustainable financing mechanism for the benefit protected areas in Mauritania, called BACoMaB. I would like to express the gratitude of our establishment for their constant support.
We would like this website to be an opportunity for everyone to discover the extraordinary biodiversity of the Diawling National Park, to understand the diversity of its activities and achievements, but also to understand the history and challenges facing the lower delta of the Senegal River today.
Hoping to see you soon with us, we wish you a pleasant visit.
Latest news & recent events
Visit of a delegation from the Region of the Alpes Côte d'Azur Province in France to the PND
Diawling Park discovery offer
Warm greetings from Diawling National Park for the new year 2024″/”
MONITORING, EVALUATION AND PLANNING WORKSHOP 2 FROM DECEMBER 22 TO 25, 2023 (SEP2)
Online training session with REBOOT MED cross-functional suppliers (MEET and GFN networks): Presentation of the WP3 methodology and tools to local suppliers as well as partners.
