Oban Hills, Cross-river state

The Oban Hills extend across 3,000 square kilometers of closed-canopy rainforest, reaching elevations of 1,149 meters above sea level in southeastern Nigeria.

The hills provided natural shelter during the last glacial period, leading to their current status as a major biodiversity center in West Africa.

Local communities near Oban Hills maintain traditional practices that demonstrate their connection to the forest through hunting methods and agricultural techniques.

Visitors can access guided tours through the Cross River National Park to observe diverse wildlife species and participate in birdwatching activities.

The forest contains specific primate species, including the Nigeria-Cameroon chimpanzee and Preuss's red colobus monkey, found nowhere else on Earth.

Elevation above the sea: 1,149 m

GPS coordinates: 5.50000,8.58333

Latest update: March 6, 2025 10:58