There’s a direct flight from Lagos and Abuja to Calabar, from where you can get a Bus to the Resort. When you arrive in Calabar, take a bus that is going straight to Obudu, in order to save you some time, as other buses may have several stops on the way. It costs about 2,000 Naira (as of 2023).
The distance between Obudu and the ranch is about 1 hour.
There are taxis at Obudu that will transport you to the Ranch at a cost of 600 Naira (2023).
Driving from Calabar to the mountain resort could take up to 6 hours, which gives you ample time to enjoy the sight of the vegetation and the scenery on your way.
Obudu Mountain Resort
Obudu Mountain Resort, known in the past as Obudu Cattle Ranch, is a prominent tourist destination in Nigeria; a world-class resort with preserved natural beauty located in the mountainous area of Sankwala, Obanliku Local Government Area of Cross River State.
The resort is close to the Cameroon border in the north eastern part of Cross River, approximately 110km east of the town of Ogoja and 65km from the town of Obudu. It falls within the Obanliku Local Government Area.
Situated on a relatively flat plateau on the Oshie Ridge of the Sankwala Mountains, Obudu Mountain Resort is approximately 134 square kilometers in extent.
It is at an elevation of around 5 200 feet (1 576 meters) above sea level, and enjoys a cool temperate climate and a landscape of rolling grassland and Montana forests. It is an area of idyllic tranquility, beautiful scenery and breathtaking views.
Margaret Ekpo International Airport, Calabar, 45 minute flight or five hour drive away.
Bebi Airstrip 45 minutes’ drive to the Resort
Basics
The resort was established as a cattle ranch in 1949
It is located in Obaniku Local Government area in Northern Cross River State.
It is located on a plateau of about 1,575.76 metres above sea level
It is about 332km; about four hours drive from Calabar
It has 22 bends, one of the most exciting being the “devil’s elbow” which is half way through the stretch
Address
Sankwala, Obanliku Local Government Area, Cross River State, Nigeria
Phone: +234 807 247 7632
PMB 1037, Sankwala, Obanliku
Website: obudumountainresort.com
Email: info@obudumountainresort.com
Climate
The Obudu plateau has an altitude of 1,716 metres above sea level
It enjoys a climate typical of the temperate regions of the world.
It is the highest peak in the state
The Ranch has a temperature of between 26°C to 32°C between November and January while the lowest temperature range of 4°C to 10°C is recorded between June and September.
Accommodation
Obudu Mountain Resort has a total of 116 Units, 159 Bedrooms.
43 Standard Double chalets
11 Superior Double Chalets
20 African Huts
11 Club chalets
8 Executive suites
1 Royal suite
1 Presidential Suite
1 Governor’s Lodge
20 Mountain Villas
Standard rooms One double or two twin beds; digital satellite television; refrigerator and room heater; en-suite bathroom; tea and coffee making facilities
Superior double rooms Double or twin beds; digital satellite television; refrigerator and room heater; en-suite bathroom; tea and coffee making facilities; spacious chalet
African Huts Double or twin beds; digital satellite television; refrigerator and room heater; en-suite bathroom; tea and coffee making facilities; intimate with the atmosphere of an African village
Club chalets Double or two twin beds; digital satellite television; refrigerator and room heater; en-suite bathroom; small lounge; tea and coffee making facilities
Executive Suites Double or two twin beds; digital satellite television; refrigerator and room heater; en-suite bathroom; large lounge; tea and coffee making facilities; spacious suite
Royal Suite / Presidential Suite Double beds; digital satellite television; refrigerator and room heater; kitchenette; large lounge and dining room with fireplace; en-suite bathroom; tea and coffee making facilities; spacious and luxurious two bedroom unit.
Governor’s lodge Double beds or two single beds; digital satellite television; refrigerator and room heater; kitchenette; large lounge and dining room with fireplace; en-suite bathroom; tea and coffee making facilities; three bedroom unit with balcony.
Mountain Villas Double beds; digital satellite television; tea and coffee making facilities; room heater; en-suite bathroom; kitchenette; safe; large lounge and dining room; three bedroom unit with balcony
Facilities
The range of facilities include:
GYM & FITNESS
Obudu mountain resort is equipped with gym equipment’s for the purpose of exercise and physical fitness.
TAXI
Obudu Mountain Resort has transport services that meets safety and timely pick up and drop from Calabar airport and Enugu airport to the resort and within the resort.
IN-HOUSE RESTAURANT
The restaurant provides tasty three-course a-la-carte dinner with local wine or beer.
LUXURY SPA
In the Spa, you will find the balance and harmony of body and mind in a unique environment of high service and quality.
More facilities
Anape Restaurant Buffet or a la carte breakfast, lunch and dinner. Outdoor seating with spectacular views of the mountain ranges.
The Steak House Restaurant A la carte lunch and dinner.
Water Park restaurant
Swimming pool (water park) Natural (Grotto)
Activities desk and car hire reservations desk located in the hotel
Same day laundry service
The hotel provides 24 hour security and doctor on call
Secure parking
Local churches available for worship and other religious activities
Safe deposit boxes available at reception
A children’s playground, jungle gym, swings
Game arcade
Tennis /squash court
Gift shop situated at the hotel
Business centre (currently not operational)
Spa
All rooms have intercoms
Gym
Conference facilities • Main Convention Hall 250 Pa • Executive Boardroom 30 Pax • Syndicate Hall (2 Breakaway units) 30 Pax each
Tour Areas
Holy Mountain
Igaga Waterfall
Devils Elbow
Water Park
Becheve Nature Reserve
Natural Swimming Pool
Tours & Activities
Canopy Walkway
Cameroon Border View
Angel Valley View
Mountain & Village walk
Horseback riding
Cataract view
Facilities tour
Grotto
Aeroplane field overview
Monkey Face view
Holy Mountain
Intestine Road view point
Hiking trails
Mountain biking
Nature reserve and Canopy walk way
Igaga water falls
Retest view point
Mountain and village walk
Bird watching
Horseback riding
Cable Car
Becheve Nature Reserve
Camping
Convenience Research Centre
INTERNATIONAL MOUNTAIN RACE It is called the Obudu Ranch International Mountain Race and it’s an annual mountain running a competition that takes place in late November in Obudu. The race is known as the ‘World’s Richest Mountain Race’ because it has the largest total prize money available of any mountain race.
HEIGHT & CLIMATE Due to its 1580 metres (5200 ft) elevation from the sea level, the region receives semi-temperate climate. The climate is suitable for the enjoyment of the tourists.
INTESTINAL ROAD VIEW The intestinal road is the road that brings one up the mountain to Obudu Cattle Ranch. The road network is spiral and it gives a zig-zag view from the top
CANOPY WALKWAY The Canopy Walkway is a 100m swinging bridge suspended above the forest
CABLE CAR Obudu Mountain Resort is 1576 metres above sea level. To get there, you can either drive the famously winding 11km road from the bottom of the hill or take the cable car. The drive takes about 25 minutes while the cable car ride takes about 6 minutes.
ANGEL’S VIEW AND PRESIDENTIAL VILLA The Angel’s View is a point where some valleys form to give a “V” shape. This view takes your breath away and makes you appreciate the wonderful creation of God. The Angel’s View is between the Helipad and the Presidential Villa.
BECHEVE NATURE RESERVE AND TREE NURSERY The Becheve Nature Reserve is a conservation forest filled with various species of plants and animals. There are many species of trees and it holds some trees have been there before civilization.
GROTTO Grotto is another mini waterfall with a pool. But unlike Natural Pool, Grotto has been modified a little to allow the water to accumulate at its bed, forming a deep pool. The depth and width of the water pool was artificially created.
WHERE IS OBUDU ROCK LOCATED? The resort is found on the Obudu Plateau, close to the Cameroon border in the northeastern part of Cross River State, approximately 110 kilometres (68 mins) east of the town of Ogoja and 65 kilometres (40 mins) from the town of Obudu in Obanliku Local Government Area of Cross River State
I WANT TO HAVE AN IDEA OF THE ATTRACTIONS THERE AS I WANT TO COME FOR MY HONEYMOON?. The cable cab. holy mountain, waterfall, canopy walkway and lots more
IS IT POSSIBLE TO PROLONG THE STAY ON THE DAY OF DEPARTURE? HOW MUCH DOES THAT COST? Yes, you can extend your stay if there is availability. Please talk to the Reception desk and they will be happy to serve you.
IS IN-ROOM BREAKFAST AVAILABLE? Yes, for an additional fee.
IS THE USE OF THE FITNESS/WELLNESS ZONES FREE OF CHARGE? The use of fitness/wellness zones is free of charge for all hotel guests.
HOW MUCH DOES INTERNET ACCESS COST? Wi-Fi is free of charge in all guest rooms and common areas of the resort. Please request the password for free internet access when checking in the hotel.
IS THERE A BANK IN THE FACILITY? Yes, there is a functioning Guaranty Trust Bank in the facility.
Attractions
Obudu Plateau Obudu Plateau is found on the Oshie Ridge of the Sankwala Mountain range in Cross River State. The Obudu Mountain Resort was developed on this plateau. The plateau is found in the Obanliku local government area of Cross River state and is a giant massive spread over an area of over 40 square miles and rises to about 5200 ft above sea level, with its peak reaching to a height of about 1,716 metres above sea level. The plateau is known to a habitat of rare species of birds.
Bebi Airstrip This is a shuttle flight mode of transportation from Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt via Calabar to Bebi.
Bebi Airstrip spared the long drive of over five hours from the state capital to the Ranch.
The airstrip now attracts between nine to twelve flights from Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt via Calabar to Bebi.
The runway of the airstrip is being extended to two kilometres so that it can carry small Jets with Instrument Landing system (ILS) Its Parameter fencing is near completion.
The Ranch also has shuttle buses belonging to the Cross River Tourism Bureau.
Water Park • The Water Park is located at the base of the hill. • This is where the mountain drive begins…tour guide • It is built in an excavated portion
Cable Car • The Cable car conveys visitors up the Ranch • The Cable car covers a distance of eleven kilometres from the bottom to the top of the Ranch • It is the longest in the world
The Cable car project accommodates a reception hall expected to bring in the bulk of guests from down the hill The reception hall also has a bamboo bar
To complement the Cable car reception hall, there would be another reception hall down the hill-the take-off place for cars.
Integrated Dairy Farm Cattle are bred on the Ranch for their fresh milk, butter, meat and cheese.
The farm has birds and pigs that produce eggs and pork respectively in commercial quantity.
The dairy section makes fresh milk, butter, meat and cheese available on a daily basis
Grotto If you are in doubt about your fitness, test it by going down the Grotto The gentle gradient of the slopes lures you on to one of the most beautiful sites you have ever seen.
If you don’t mind the chill in the air and are a fairly good swimmer, you may take a dip. The experience may even assist you in climbing up.
Here is where you may work up a sweet if you are prone to it.
Ceramic Industry This is located at Utanga, which is to be an annex of the resort.
This industry will thrive here because all the raw materials are up in the Ranch and the market is large.
Vegetable Patch Government studied the viability of growing some temperate crops. These crops includes The leeks, carrots, spring onions, rhubarbs, lettuce, string beans, green pepper, cabbages and even more.
The research proved that these crops could be grown in a fairly commercial quantity with a little care.
Honey Factory This is properly constructed to produce honey in commercial quantity.
