President Mahama and Wife Lordina spent some time during the Christmas holidays to visit one of Ghana’s Spectacular tourist sites in the Central region of Ghana, the Crown Forest , which showcases a Haven for Eco-Tourism and Wildlife Adventure.
John Mahama and Lordina at Crown Forest Eco- Park in Central Region.
Ghana’s Central Region, already celebrated for its historical sites and coastal charm, has gained a spectacular new draw with the debut of Crown Forest Resort and Eco Safari at Gomoa‑Nsuaem near Winneba.
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Enfolded by 820 acres of emerald forest and undulating savannah, the resort offers an experience that is at once immersive, luxurious and conservation‑minded.
Arriving visitors are greeted by an expanse of preserved landscape where winding game tracks spill into quiet glades, and the rustle of leaves mingles with distant birdcalls. From sunrise until dusk, guided drives sweep guests past elegant giraffes browsing on acacias, herds of zebras and impalas dashing across open grassland, shy waterbucks grazing by hidden ponds, and the impressive greater kudu with its spiral horns. In the low, reed‑fringed pools at the forest’s edge, pairs of hippopotamuses surface at twilight—their evening chorus echoing through the trees.
Accommodation at Crown Forest Resort is thoughtfully woven into the environment. Stone‑and‑timber lodges built to four‑star standards provide spacious verandas that look onto untamed scenery, yet indoors they deliver every modern comfort: plush bedding, ceiling fans that draw in the cool night air, and cuisine that highlights Central Region produce—fresh tilapia, organic pineapples, fragrant herbs from on‑site gardens.
After morning game drives, guests may follow forest footpaths with a naturalist guide, learning to spot butterflies and pick seasonal fruits that grow wild in the canopy gaps. Those seeking deeper relaxation gravitate toward the spa’s shea‑butter massages or gather at the pool where palm silhouettes are mirrored in still, blue water. Evenings bring fireside storytelling and stargazing sessions that reveal constellations once used by West African traders navigating the Gulf of Guinea.
What sets Crown Forest apart is its ability to anchor an extended exploration of the Central Region’s rich tapestry of attractions. A short drive west lies Winneba, famous for its spirited Aboakyer deer‑hunting festival each May and the age‑old crafts markets that line the lagoon. Continue along the coast and the twin UNESCO World Heritage monuments—Cape Coast Castle and Elmina Castle—bear solemn witness to the trans‑Atlantic slave trade, offering guided tours that illuminate centuries of poignant history.
By pairing authentic wildlife encounters with comfortable amenities, Crown Forest Resort embodies the next chapter of Ghanaian eco‑tourism. Its founders have pledged a percentage of profits to community development and forest conservation, ensuring that the giraffes browse freely, the hippos bellow after dark, and nearby villages share in sustainable growth. For travellers eager to weave safari adventure, cultural discovery and coastal leisure into one itinerary, the Central Region now offers an unrivalled gateway. Crown Forest Resort beckons as the place where luxury meets the wild—and where every dawn writes a new story in the green heart of Ghana.
Background story by Ghana Extratives.com
