Ediprojects Travel SEARCHLIGHT - Obudu Mountain Resort, Cross River State, Visit Will Spark Up The Vision In YOU

Ediprojects Travel SEARCHLIGHT -  Obudu Mountain Resort, Cross River State,  A Visit Will Spark Up The Vision In YOU 

Description :Obudu Mountain Resort (formerly known as the Obudu Cattle Ranch) is a ranch and resort on the Obudu Plateau in Cross River State, Nigeria. It was developed in 1951 by Mr. McCaughley, a Scot who first explored the mountain ranges in 1949.

A recently added cable car from the base to the top of the plateau gives visitors a scenic view while bypassing the extremely winding road to the top. The resort is home to Africa’s longest cable car (4 KM). The cable line runs from the bottom of the mountain up to the resort offering guests a scenic view of the surrounding, mountains and offers free WiFi to all guests.

Obudu Mountain Resort is one of the most exciting and interesting places in the world for leisure seekers, holiday makers, tourists and for vacations.It is situated on a plateau at 1576 meters above sea level on the Oshie Ridge of Sankwala Mountains in Cross-River Nigeria close to the borders of Cameroon in the continent of Africa, and can be reached by plane through Lagos from all parts of the world. The temperate climate there offers a total contrast and welcome respite from Africa’s tropical heat. The idyllic tranquility, beautiful scenery, natural vegetation and captivating views make it ideal for the lone adventurer, young couple, holiday group or family on a reunion to have a fun-filled experience.

Obudu Mountain Resort provides accommodation in the form of African round huts and chalets on stilts maximising the breathtaking views . Obudu Mountain Resort also offers self -contained suites varying in size from the 2 - bedroomed Governor ’ s Lodge with its own lounge / dining room and kitchenette to the 20 Mountain Villas, each with three bedrooms , lounge , dining room , kitchenette and balcony .

The food and beverage offering is found in the Terrace Restaurant and Bar with a cosy and relaxing atmosphere made complete by the blazing log fire . National and international cuisine is guaranteed to suit all tastes and the healthy appetites from a day ’ s nature walk or round of golf .

The Obudu Mountain Resort offers a fully equipped gym , two floodlit tennis courts , a squash court and a natural swimming pool . Keen golfers can show their prowess on the hotel’ s 9 -hole golf course .

The tours to view the magnificent scenery and spectacular birdlife are a must for the visitor to this part of the world and these tours can be taken on foot or on bicycle . For those who forgot to pack binoculars.


A major talking point for guests is Africa ’s longest cable car system. At 4 kilometres , Obudu Mountain Resort cable car gently transfers guests (and their bags ) from the tropical climate at the base of the mountain right to the hotel’s reception area on the mountainside which is often in the clouds and is accompanied by an invigorating drop in temperature .

Another amazing must-see area is the Canopy Walkway which is 70m above the forest floor. The Canopy Walkway is a 100m swinging bridge suspended above the forest. Once across the bridge you can climb a little look-out post from which you get awesome views of some of Nigeria’s beautiful yet rapidly declining forests.


Services & Facilities
Obudu Mountain Resort is unique as a world class resort and the jewel of the popular Cross River tourist region. Nestling on the picturesque plateau on the Oshie Ridge of the Sankwala Mountains. It is located 110 kilometres East of Ogoja, 65 kilometres from the town of Obudu and a five hour hike from the Cameroon border.

The resort which is 24 square kilometres in size has capitalised on its altitude to provide guests with the best view points and fresh, invigorating mountain air. A short walk takes you to the spectacular grotto. This natural swimming pool with sparkling pure water provides a clear view of the long winding waterfall and green mountain ranges surround the natural reserve.

The reserve is also home to rare species of birds and other animals such as the gorilla and drill monkey. The bird watching never fails to fascinate visitors and for the energetic, horse riding in the area is an exhilarating experience.
Fully equipped gymnasium
Table tennis tables
Two floodlit tennis courts
Squash court

Organized hiking trails
Wireless Internet
A 24-hour clinic is available, for minor medical treatment.
24 Hour security
In-house laundry service
Babysitting

ATM services
Water / swimming park
Games arcade
Curio Shop







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