Bunso Arboretum

Bunso Arboretum is a 104-hectare forest reserve and botanical garden located in Bunso, Eastern Region of Ghana, managed by the Forestry Commission. Established as a conservation area for indigenous and exotic tree species, it serves as a vital center for botanical research, environmental education, and eco-tourism. The arboretum features over 150 species of trees, nature trails, a canopy walkway, and educational facilities that showcase Ghana's rich forest biodiversity.

The arboretum was established by the Ghana Forestry Department in the 1920s during the colonial era as part of efforts to preserve and study Ghana's forest resources. It was developed as a botanical research station to test the viability of exotic timber species and conserve indigenous Ghanaian trees threatened by deforestation. Over the decades, it has evolved into an important environmental education center and tourist attraction, playing a key role in forest conservation and public awareness about biodiversity.

• Houses over 150 species of trees including mahogany, teak, cedrela, and various indigenous Ghanaian species
• Features a canopy walkway that allows visitors to experience the forest from treetop level
• Covers approximately 104 hectares of protected forest land in the Eastern Region
• Serves as an outdoor classroom for schools and universities conducting botanical and ecological research
• Located along the Accra-Kumasi highway, making it easily accessible to travelers between Ghana's two largest cities