What to do at Legon Botanical Gardens
High Ropes Course
Experience the thrill of challenging yourself on the high ropes course. This course consists of platforms connected by cables, wood, and rope, offering different challenges at each platform. With four routes and 64 games on two levels, you can enjoy activities such as walking on suspended planks, climbing along rope mesh, and swinging from one suspended log to another. Please note that participants must wear proper gear, including sneakers or closed-toe shoes, trousers or shorts, and hand gloves.
Children’s Playground
Watch your children challenge themselves on the junior ropes, trampoline, climbing jungle circuit, plastic slides, carousel, seesaw, 4-sided pyramid net climber, chinning bars, rotary wings, bird nest swing, and more.
Canoeing
Experience the thrill of riding a canoe and explore the beautiful islands and peninsulas in the park. These areas serve as sanctuaries for birds and lizard species. Canoeing is available on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Groups with 20 or more participants need to book in advance.
Canopy Walk
Take a walk on Ghana’s widest canopy walkway and enjoy breathtaking views from all directions. The walkway is 13 meters high and 138 meters long.
Bird Watching
Observe migratory birds as they fly around the park.
Events Woodland
If you’re looking for a unique venue for your events, the Legon Botanical Gardens offers ample space in the woods. It has hosted major events such as the Year of Return’s Jungle in the Park.
Other Activities
In addition to the main attractions, you can also enjoy fishing and cycling at the gardens.
Getting There / Location
The Legon Botanical Gardens is located off Atomic Haatso Main Road at Agbogba Junction, just five minutes from the University of Ghana’s main entrance. The digital address is GA-575-2433.
Contact Information
For more information, you can call 0262 366 167 or 0552 880 908. You can also email mulchcompanyltd@gmail.com.
Opening Hours
The gardens are open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on weekdays, with the last entry at 4:30 pm. On weekends and public holidays, they are open from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, with the last entry at 5:00 pm. Please note that the administration is closed on Sundays and Mondays, and Mondays and Tuesdays are designated as quiet time in the gardens, with facilities not in use.
Rates
The Legon Botanical Gardens offers various rates for different activities. Here are some examples:
– Canopy Walkway (Adults) – GHS 25
– Canopy Walkway (Children) – GHS 20
– Playground – GHS 20
– High Rope Course (2 Routes) – GHS 40 (Hand gloves are compulsory)
– High Rope Course (4 Routes) – GHS 70 (Hand gloves are compulsory)
– Junior Rope Course – GHS 20
– Photoshoot (per shift) – GHS 250
– Photoshoot (Full day) – GHS 400
– Model Photoshoot (per shift) – GHS 150
– Model Photoshoot (Full day) – GHS 250
– Video Shoot (per shift) – GHS 700 (Book in advance)
– Video Shoot (Full day) – GHS 1,200 (Book in advance)
– Bird Watching – GHS 30 (Bring your own binoculars)
– Fishing – GHS 30 (Bring your own fishing rod and bait)
– Biking – GHS 20 (Bring your own bike)
– Prayer Groups (per person) – GHS 15
– Canoe Ride – GHS 10 (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays)
– Grill/Barbeque stand – GHS 50
About the Legon Botanical Gardens
The Legon Botanical Gardens is owned by the University of Ghana and managed by the Department of Botany and Mulch Company Limited. It serves as a place for people to connect with nature and enjoy its beauty.
With its wide range of activities and beautiful natural surroundings, the Legon Botanical Gardens offers a unique and enjoyable experience for visitors of all ages.
