Lies 8 km south of Brikama, the area comprises a mix of wetland habitats and an extensive open woodland together its supports a wide range water bird, waders, savanna species and raptors, and birds such as African Jacana, Black Crake, Western Banded Snake Eagle, Long Crested Eagle, Greater Honey Guide, White Crested Helmet Shrike, Violet Turaco, White Breasted Cuckoo Shrike, African Scops Owl are among many exciting species expected here. There are one or two lodges on the Marakissa River bank that offers basic accommodations excellent food and a canoe trip to take in River