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Agbokim Waterfalls
Agbokim Waterfalls

Agbokim Waterfalls

Waterfall

Cross River

85

Swim, Sightseeing, Relaxation, Meet friends, Explore nature

About Agbokim Waterfalls Agbokim waterfall is a seven faced wonder consisting of seven streams cascading over steep cliffs, with its lush vegetation and picturesque scenery, it is ideal for picnics, bird watching and meditation. Agbokim Waterfalls is surrounded by lush greenery, valleys and steep hills which are enveloped in a rainbow-like aura. Its freshness is captivating and has an alluring serenity. It is the ideal location for a vacation to get back into nature and regain your creative productivity and general well being. Security/Safety of Agbokim Waterfalls This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Agbokim Waterfalls, here are some helpful things to take along with you: shorts Camera Things to do while at Agbokim Waterfalls Before heading to Agbokim Waterfalls, here are some helpful things to take along with you: picnic bird watching observe nature

Obudu Mountain Resort
Obudu Mountain Resort

Obudu Mountain Resort

Resort

Cross River

2

Swim, Sightseeing, See wildlife, Relaxation, Meet friends, Explore nature, Eat

About Obudu Mountain Resort The Obudu Mountain Resort used to be called "Obudu Cattle Ranch". It is a ranch and resort located at Obudu Plateau, Cross River State. Obudu Mountain Resort is one of the most visited resorts in Nigeria, hosting both local and international guests yearly. The resort is home to rare species of birds and other animals such as the gorilla and drill monkey.  It matters little if you're a local or international tourist: Obudu Mountain Resort will welcome you with open arms. Come for the horse riding, the bird watching the sporting facilities, the natural swimming pool. Stay for the delightful accommodation and hotels. If you are a tourist who loves to be relaxed while taking on the gears of adventure, this resort is one of the best places to explore this part of you.    Security Obudu Mountain Resort provides adequate security for its guests.  Things To Do At Obudu Mountain Resort Here are a few things you can do at the resort:   ◦ Canopy walk.   ◦ Use the cable car.   ◦ Explore the natural reserve.  

Tinapa business resort
Tinapa business resort

Tinapa business resort

Resort

Cross River

0

Sightseeing, Relaxation, Meet friends, Explore nature, Eat, Attend public lectures

History of Tinapa business resort Tinapa business resort was built in 2007 to promote tourism by Governor Donald Duke. The first pan African business and leisure resort welcomes guests to come in and relax, enjoy our wide range of facilities and also enjoy the ambience of Calabar. Security/Safety of Tinapa business resort This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Tinapa business resort, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Camera Swimming gear Things to do while at Tinapa business resort Here are some things you can plan to do: Visit studio Tinapa Visit the casino, lake, theatres. Best Features It is a tourist haven Most common visitors Fun lovers, adventure seekers.

Afi Wildlife Sanctuary
Afi Wildlife Sanctuary

Afi Wildlife Sanctuary

Game reserve

Cross River

111

Sightseeing, See wildlife, Relaxation, Explore nature

ABOUT Afi Wildlife Sanctuary Formerly part of the Afi River Forest Reserve, Afi Mountain Wildlife Sanctuary was established in 2000 to provide improved protection to important populations of several endangered species including the critically endangered Cross River gorilla, the Nigeria-Cameroon chimpanzee, the drill and the grey-necked rockfowl. Afi comprises roughly 100km² of lowland and sub-montane forest with rocky peaks rising to altitudes of 1,300m. Afi Mountain Wildlife Sanctuary and the surrounding Afi River Forest Reserve constitute one of the largest forest blocks left in Cross River State, outside of the national park. Afi is currently managed by the Cross River State Forestry Commission/Ministry of Climate Change and Forestry. Although the steep mountainous slopes of the sanctuary have largely protected it from logging the forest is frequently damaged by dry-season bush fires set to clear new farms or to flush game. Open areas created by fire are quickly colonized by herb species which form an important staple food for gorillas. On the western flank of the mountain is a large grassland roost of migratory European barn swallows, estimated to contain up to 20 million birds at times and reputed to be the largest wintering roost site of swallows in Africa. Afi Mountain Wildlife Sanctuary is surrounded by 16 communities with a total population of approximately 27,000. SERVICES There are no services rendered here as the Afi wildlife sanctuary is not properly managed.   BEST FEATURES Afi wildlife sanctuary has a beautiful environment filled with all kinds of animals around the forest. BEST TIME TO VISIT Afi wildlife sanctuary can be visited any time of the year. WHO CAN VISIT Afi wildlife sanctuary can be visited by Tourists, Historians etc. SAFETY Afi wildlife sanctuary is not safe at night as there are no security agents around the forest and one needs to be extremely careful.

National Museum, Calabar
National Museum, Calabar

National Museum, Calabar

Museum

Cross River

145

Sightseeing, Relaxation, Meet friends, Learn, Explore art

History of National Museum, Calabar National Museum, Calabar was built in 1959. It is notable as a home to the relics of the Calabar slave trade including names of people that aided it and the currency of the slave trade. It was built by colonial masters in 1959. The National Museum, Calabar designed and built in Glasgow by colonial masters is home to souvenirs from the slave trade. Come in to educate yourself about the history of our forefathers. Security/Safety of National Museum, Calabar This is a very safe location. Things to do while at National Museum, Calabar Explore these things at the National Museum, Calabar: see the slave trade museum experience the rich Efik culture

Marina Resort
Marina Resort

Marina Resort

Resort

Cross River

351

Sightseeing, Relaxation, Meet friends, Explore nature, Eat

History of Marina Resort Marina Resort was built on May 26, 2007, to promote tourism in Calabar. It is notable as a recreational and learning destination. Built by Governor Donald Duke. Marina Resort is the fresh breath of air needed to relax from stress, with its wide range of facilities ranging from the slave museum to restaurants to lounges, you are assured of a fun-filled educative experience. Security/Safety of Marina Resort This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Marina Resort, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Swimming gear Shorts Slippers A camera Things to do while at Marina Resort You can try these out: Relax by the ocean Visit the slave trade museum Go sightseeing Best Features It is not only a fun place, but it is also a historical site with relics from the slave trade era. Writer's Review It is a relaxing place to educate yourself. Most common visitors Fun lovers, Historians, Tourists The Calabar Marina Resort, Beauty By The River!- An excerpt from Cali town article.

Drill Ranch
Drill Ranch

Drill Ranch

Game reserve

Cross River

83

Sightseeing, See wildlife, Relaxation, Explore nature

ABOUT Drill Ranch was founded in 1991. The DRBC is the region’s first primate rehab project. Illegally held drills orphaned by hunting are donated by local citizens or handed over after seizure by authorities; no animals are purchased or removed from the wild. Over 75 drills have been recovered, and rehabilitated to life with members of their own species, after thorough medical screening. In western zoos, drills have reproduced poorly, but the DRBC has recorded over 250 births to rehabilitated wild-born parents and their offspring, making the project the world’s most successful captive breeding program for an endangered primate. Today, 286 drills live in 6 family groups, each in their own natural habitat electrified enclosure of up to 9 ha. There are plans to release the first group back to the wild in 2008. Drill Ranch is also home to 28 orphan chimpanzees. As man’s closest relative, the chimpanzees add greatly to visitor education by stimulating interest and sympathy for wildlife. The Drill Ranch and rehabilitation center is a wildlife sanctuary that hopes to preserve and ensure continuity of the endangered primate species drills. It serves to rehabilitate drills with members of their species and also provides a safe haven for orphaned chimpanzees. SERVICES There are no services rendered here as the national forest is not properly managed. BEST FEATURES Drill Ranch has it beautiful environment full with all kinds of animals around the forest. BEST TIME TO VISIT Drill Ranch can be visited at any time of the year. WHO CAN VISIT Historians, Photographers, couples, tourists, and fun lovers. SAFETY Drill Ranch is not safe at night as there are no security agents around the forest and one needs to be extremely careful.

Slave History Museum
Slave History Museum

Slave History Museum

Museum

Cross River

3

Sightseeing, Relaxation, Meet friends, Learn, Explore art

History of Slave History Museum Slave History Museum was established in 2011. It is notable as one of the major tributes to the tragic history of the transatlantic slave trade. A visit through here is a walk down history to the slave trade era witnessed by the people of Calabar and its environs. Security/Safety of Slave History Museum This is a very safe location. What To Bring Camera Things to do while at Slave History Museum Learn of the Calabar slavery history View the artistic paintings in the gallery Best Features It brings a realistic view of the slave trade era and teaches one of the colonization of South-East Nigeria. Writer's Review It is one of the notable tourist attraction Calabar has to offer. Most common visitors Tourists, history students and people on excursions are the major groups of people seen here.

Freddy's Restaurant
Freddy's Restaurant

Freddy's Restaurant

Restaurant

Cross River

0

Relaxation, Meet friends, Eat, Drink

History of Freddy's Restaurant Freddy's Restaurant was established in 2013. It is notable as the best restaurant in Calabar. A trip to Calabar cannot be complete without visiting and sampling the meals the best restaurant in Calabar has to offer. Pop in with friends and enjoy Calabar's hospitality and local cuisine. Security/Safety of Freddy's Restaurant This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Freddy's Restaurant, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Cash Debit/Credit Card Things to do while at Freddy's Restaurant Eat Drink Enjoy local company Best Features It serves really good intercontinental and local dishes. Writer's Review It is popular as the best restaurant in Calabar so you are sure to have the full Calabar experience here. The staff are also realy helpful with info and tips on exploring Calabar. Most common visitors You are sure to feel among with fellow food-lovers,socialites and hotel guests present "Another great meal at Freddy's"- Mike Lord

Tinapa Business and Leisure Complex
Tinapa Business and Leisure Complex

Sightseeing, Relaxation, Meet friends, Eat, Drink, Buy/Sell

Offering both business and leisure perks, Tinapa is the one-stop center where all needs are met regardless of age, sex or work. Located immediately outside the city of Calabar, it is one of the major tourist attractions in Nigeria.

Summit Hills
Summit Hills

Summit Hills

Monument

Cross River

1

Sightseeing, Relaxation, Meet friends, Explore nature, Eat, Drink

About Summit Hills Summit Hills. Being developed to include a convention centre, hotel, recreational facilities and golf course with clubhouse, nature reserve, hospital and a variety of residential units, Summit Hills is proposed to be Calabar's showpiece. Security/Safety of Summit Hills This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Summit Hills, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Camping gear Debit/Credit Card Camera Cash Picnic basket Things to do while at Summit Hills You can try these things at Summit Hills for your relaxation and adventure. Climbing Shopping Have an event Conduct business Swim Play golf Most common visitors Tourists, architectural students, shoppers, fun-seekers and merchants are the major groups of people proposed to visit.

Kwa falls
Kwa falls

Kwa falls

Waterfall

Cross River

4

Swim, Sightseeing, Relaxation, Meet friends, Explore nature

History of Kwa falls Kwa falls is as a beautiful fall located close to the Kwa river. Kwa falls is a spectacular waterfall characterized by a narrow steep gorge from top to bottom. The sparkling waters plunge down to form a pool ideal for a variety of water sports. Everyone Is welcome for a dip. Security/Safety of Kwa falls This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Kwa falls, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Swimming gear. Camping gear. Sunscreen. Mosquito repellant. Things to do while at Kwa falls Before heading to Kwa falls, you can plan to try these out: Take a landscape shot. Go in for a dip. Enjoy the view. Best Features The scenery is beautiful! Writer's Review To go sightseeing and take really cool pictures. Most common visitors Photographers, Tourists, Nature lovers and people looking to meditate. The sound of falling water is ear-splitting- Tolani, a nature photographer.