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This
well-known resort is on the Nigeria/Cameroon border,
at the base of the Sankwala Mountains on the Oshie
Ridge in eastern Nigeria. The drive to the Ranch
passes through tall dense forests with canopies
of branches that completely block out the sun.At
the summit, you`re above the clouds, with breathtaking
views of rolling mountain ranges.
Founded in 1949 by Scottish ranchers, the resort
was developed into a well-functioning ranch, equipped
with a dairy, meat processing factory and honey
production plant.
80
well-appointed en-suite GUEST cottages add to the
ambience of this mountaintop treat, located in a
malaria and tsetse fly-free area.
In-room
services and facilities include: telephone, colour
television with 5 DSTV Satellite channels (including
movies, sport and CNN), mini-bar fridge, heaters
(temperatures on the mountains are moderate to cool!),
private balconies and wood-burning fireplaces in
some rooms
Wine
and Dine facilities at the Protea Hotel Obudu Ranch
include The Terrace Restaurant, serving breakfast,
lunch and dinner, as well as the Homestead Bar &
Lounge, which has a tea and coffee service, a snack
menu and log fires when required.
An airstrip at Bebi, 55km from the resort, makes
it accessible by charter flights. Sporting facilities
include tennis, hiking, swimming and horse riding
Attractions
and Interests
The
Cataract
A small waterfall, approximate 3km from the resort
The
Grotto
A natural under-rock stream expanded into a swimming
pool 1,5km from the main buildings
The
Honey Factory
A honey-producing factory producing local Obudu
honey
Becheve
Nature Reserve
1,5km from the resort, this community-run reserve
has built treehouses for birdwatchers
Cross
River National Park
A diverse park with several divisions within its
boundaries - offers marvellous hiking experiences
through the forests
Oban
Hills
The Oban Rainforest Reserves offers breathtaking
views of the valley and mountains, with hikes organized
by the WWF
Gorilla
Camp
A 13km Gorilla Camp walk, lasting six hours, takes
you through a spectacular natural setting setting.
Best gorilla viewing times are at the end of the
rainy season - preferably September. The hike goes
towards the Nigerian/Cameroon forest and must be
taken with a guide
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