About Us
The Safari World story.
A West African ecosystem
Safari World is an ecosystem of premier interconnected ecotourism destinations and ventures — the first of its kind in West Africa, the most premium hospitality brand in the region, bringing people closer to nature.
We also provide amusement, culture and entertainment experiences.
The group is 100% owned by two Ghanaian Forest Scientists, with operations currently distributed across three semi-rural locations: Dawu, Ada and Accra.
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 estuary in Ada — over-water chalets, an infinity pool and slow river cruises.
Ada, Ghana
VisitSafari Valley Resort
A wilder escape in the hills of Dawu with timber-framed villas, a championship sports complex and a wildlife eco-park.
Dawu, Ghana
VisitSafari Homes
Boutique residential villas in Adjiringanor and Tse-Addo 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 estuary.
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.
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.
Safari World, Ghana
The Green Shop
Over 50 authentic African timber furniture pieces and high-quality Safari branded merchandise, with 1,500+ daily guest visits.
Safari World, Ghana
Safari Eco Park
An innovative hybrid amusement destination combining a traditional wildlife park with a modern amusement park.
Dawu & Ada, Ghana
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