Aburi Botanical Gardens & Waterfalls: Private Tour from Accra

Spice trees, twin falls and a mountain drive in one afternoon

A private guided tour from Accra through Aburi botanical gardens (where you walk among bay leaf, cinnamon and aroma plants) followed by visits to Boti Falls (the twin falls) and Asenema Falls (the hideout). Hotel pickup and drop-off are included. The full day runs 5 to 7 hours, leaving time before an evening flight.

Step-by-step itinerary

Botanical garden and waterfalls tour

• Drive to Aburi botanical garden
• Private guided tour of spice trees
• Visit Boti Falls (Twin Falls)
• Visit Asenema Water Falls (Hideout Falls)

The Experience

The drive out of Accra winds through mountain zigzags to reach the botanical gardens, where a guide walks you through the spice trees section. You'll see bay leaf, cinnamon, allspice and a range of aroma plants, each one explained for its scientific use. The gardens also hold trees planted by world leaders who have visited Ghana: a quiet detail that marks the place as more than a collection of plants.

After the gardens, you visit Boti Falls, known locally as the twin falls for the way the water splits as it drops. The rock formations and the flow itself are the draw here. Water levels vary with the season, especially around December when Boti can run low, but the stone structure remains striking. Then you move on to Asenema Falls, called the hideout falls, a separate waterfall worth the stop. If you want to swim, bring a towel and swim clothes. The option is there if the water and your comfort allow it.

The entire loop fits inside 5 to 7 hours, which is why the operator markets it to travelers catching a night flight: you leave Accra, see both sites and return before dark. An English-speaking guide leads the tour. The vehicle is air-conditioned and pickup comes from your hotel or residence.

What’s included

• Hotel or residence pickup and drop-off in Accra.
• private guided tour of Aburi botanical gardens with explanations of spice trees and aroma plants.
• visits to Boti Falls and Asenema Falls.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• all fees and taxes.

Days and timesDaily · 08:00

Ages12 to 90 years · Under 12 — No ticket type: can't be added to a booking

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Ghana Must Go Tours

Is this one for you?The mountain drive and two waterfall stops mean a full day of movement and some walking, so plan for an active afternoon rather than a relaxed one. The timing works well if you're catching an evening flight, since you'll be back in Accra before dark.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

What plants will I see at Aburi botanical gardens?

The spice trees section includes bay leaf, cinnamon, allspice and a range of aroma plants, each one shown for its scientific and practical uses. The gardens also feature trees planted by visiting world leaders.

Can I swim at the waterfalls?

Yes, if you bring swim clothes and a towel. Both Boti Falls and Asenema Falls offer the chance to enter the water, though water levels can vary by season, particularly around December.

How long does the entire tour take?

The tour runs 5 to 7 hours from pickup to drop-off, including the drive to Aburi, the guided walk through the gardens, and visits to both waterfalls. This timing allows you to return to Accra before an evening flight.

What is Boti Falls known for?

Boti Falls is called the twin falls because the water splits into two streams as it drops. The unique rock formations and the flow of water are the main attractions, though seasonal changes can affect water levels.

Is the drive to Aburi difficult?

The route follows mountain zigzags on a countryside drive, which takes about an hour from Accra. The vehicle is air-conditioned and the pace is leisurely, though the winding road is part of the journey itself.