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Bomfobiri Wildlife Sanctuary


Nini-Suhien National Park (file photo)

A sanctuary in the Eastern Region known for its waterfalls and forest wildlife.

Bomfobiri Wildlife Sanctuary is a bird sanctuary located approximately 80 km northeast of Kumasi, with geographical coordinates of 06°54.595'N and 001°17.340'W. The sanctuary spans 53 km² and was established in 1975, featuring four distinct vegetative types: Riverine Forest, Rainforest, Woodland Savannah, and Grassland Savannah. The reserve is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including numerous bird species, crocodiles, baboons, Mona monkeys, buffalos, red river hogs, Maxwell's duikers, red-flanked duikers, Bushbucks, and monitor lizards. Visitors can enjoy various attractions, such as the Lion Stone (a naturally carved rock resembling a lion), the Stone Bridge, Bomfobiri Waterfall (a habitat for crocodiles), Wala Waterfall (ideal for swimming), and several caves. Activities available in the sanctuary include hiking, mountain climbing, game viewing, bird watching, camping, and swimming. The crocodile is designated as the sanctuary's symbol.

The optimal time for observing wildlife at Bomfobiri Wildlife Sanctuary is during November, which coincides with the dry season. During the rainy season, animals tend to retreat deeper into the forest.

**Establishment and Legal Status**
Bomfobiri Wildlife Sanctuary was created to safeguard the area’s diverse ecosystem and ecological values. Initially part of the 16.8 km² Boumfum Forest Reserve, it was established under the Ashanti Authority Ordinance on 23 March 1946. The sanctuary was later expanded to its current size and redesignated as Bomfobiri Wildlife Sanctuary (BWS) by the Wildlife Reserves (Amendment) Regulation of 1975.
Rainforest during sunset, road

Tropical forest road, at sunset.