About Us
The Safari World story.
A West African ecosystem
Since the launch of Aqua Safari Eco Resort in Ada, Ghana, Safari World has gradually become West Africa's number one tourist destination and the region's first fully integrated eco-tourism and lifestyle destination brand.
What began as a single eco-luxury resort has evolved into a tourism ecosystem with three major destinations, over 20 unique experiences, and operations spread across eight companies.
- Aqua Safari Eco Resort
- Safari Valley Eco Resort
- Safari Homes
- Safari Eco Park
- Safari Nautica
- Safari Recreation and Sports
- The Ceiba Restaurant
- The Green Shop
Founded by two Ghanaian forest scientists Samuel Afari Dartey and his co-founder Mr. Richard Nsenkyire, the group was built around the vision of creating world-class destinations that preserve natural ecosystems while promoting tourism, conservation, and responsible development. At the heart of Safari World is a commitment to eco-consciousness and sustainability.
Across its properties, Safari World integrates renewable energy initiatives, wastewater recycling systems, biodiversity preservation, low-density developments, and environmental education programs.
Beyond hospitality, Safari World has become a major contributor to tourism growth in Ghana and West Africa, creating thousands of direct and indirect jobs while positioning Ghana as a leading destination for experiential and eco-tourism, wildlife and sustainable travel experiences.
Our philosophy
A world-class hospitality brand that brings people closer to nature.
Every Safari World property begins with the land. We design for stillness, privacy and quiet luxury — using local materials, indigenous planting and architecture that defers to the landscape.
Sustainability isn't a programme; it's the brief. Solar arrays, rainwater systems, on-property farms and responsible sourcing are woven into the everyday operation of every resort.
Leadership
Our founder.
Samuel Afari Dartey
Samuel Afari Dartey is a Forest Scientist and Natural Resource Economist specialised in forestry, wildlife, climate change and environmental sustainability, wood processing and value addition, enterprise development and eco-tourism.
Across his career he has served as a CEO, Board Member and Board Chairman in public and private organisations. As an entrepreneur, he is involved in a variety of businesses across multiple industries — with a passion for nature forming the core of all of them.
Inspired by travels through Ghana and around the world, he has witnessed serene environments destroyed and destroyed environments turned into world-class natural settings. He chose to be part of the latter — to "build a world-class environmentally conscious hospitality brand that brings people closer to nature."
The family of brands
One ecosystem.
Safari World gathers a constellation of ecotourism, hospitality, recreation, dining and lifestyle ventures — each independent in character, all bound by the same quiet philosophy.
Aqua Safari Resort
An eco-luxury riverfront resort on the Volta River in Ada — over-water chalets, an infinity pool and slow river cruises.
Ada, Ghana
VisitSafari Valley Resort
A wilder escape in the forests of Dawu with timber-framed cabins, a championship sports complex and a wildlife eco-park.
Dawu, Ghana
VisitSafari Homes
Boutique residential villas in the capital city of Accra (10 mins drive from the airport) that reimagine city living with bespoke interiors and full concierge service.
Accra, Ghana
VisitSafari Nautica
The marine arm of Safari World — curated boat charters, river cruises and water sports across the Volta River.
Ada, Ghana
Ceiba Restaurant
Flagship culinary brand within Safari World — a vibrant farm-to-table, NO-MSG food zone with 70% of ingredients sourced from Safari Farms, including seafood from the Volta River in Ada.
Dawu, Ada & Accra
Safari Recreation & Sports
Full-size football, basketball, volleyball, badminton and lawn tennis facilities, a 9-hole golf course and a fully functional gym located in Dawu and Ada.
Dawu & Ada
The Green Shop
Over 50 authentic African timber furniture pieces and high-quality Safari branded merchandise, with 1,500+ daily guest visits.
Dawu & Ada
Safari Eco Park
An innovative hybrid amusement destination combining traditional wildlife parks and modern amusement parks, with six eco parks spread across Ada and Dawu.
Dawu & Ada
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