Liberia has 360 kilometers of pristine coastline perfect

Liberia has 360 kilometers of pristine coastline, perfect for hotels and resorts, that is virtually untouched, another window of opportunity for investment in this virgin territory. With more travelers looking for eco tourist destinations, Liberia’s unspoiled virgin rainforests (the last of its kind in West Africa), wetlands, lakes, hills, mountains, waterfalls, lagoons and deltas, that set Liberia apart, will leave nature lovers marveling.

The Providence Island is an arc in the history of Liberia. In 1822 the first settlers disembarked on Providence Island, and Liberia was founded as a result of the efforts of the American Colonization Society to settle freed slaves in West Africa. Providence Island, which was originally called Dozoa in the Gola language meaning “Land in the center of Water” was first, renamed Perseverance Island, to indicate that the settlers who came to Liberia had the determination to find a new home despite all the setbacks they had encountered on Sherbro Island, in the Republic of Sierra Leone.

Robertsport, Grand Cape Mount County The Coastal town with elaborate mountains and excellent surfing opportunities, as it is one of the world’s best surfing locations. It’s also home to Lake Piso, the country’s largest and most serene lake, which enables amazing artisanal fishing.

Harper, Maryland County Located at the southeast section of the country, Harper is the former capital of Maryland, once Maryland of Africa founded by repatriated black Americans. It is known for its beautiful stretches of beaches, monuments, Africa’s first light house, Lake Shepherd, separated from the Atlantic by miles of coconut trees and the beautiful Hoffman River with beautiful white sandy towns.

Lake Shepherd- one of Liberia’s beautiful lakes is that of Lake Shepherd. Situated in Maryland County, southeast and about 500 miles from Monrovia, Lake Shepherd presents a breathtaking view. Its calm waters and trees studded coast offer the kind of relaxation that a visitor would gladly enjoy. One of the views of Lake Shepherd, Maryland County, Liberia, West Africa The hut could be replaced by a modern resort hotel or housing complex. Investors are welcome to transform the shores of this lake to tourists sites.

A lagoon attached to Lake Shepherd

Du-Port - Located in Paynesville, makes for an interesting canoe ride amidst lush mangroves.

Buchanan- called Liberia’s second city is less than 50 miles from Roberts International Airport. The City bounds with tourists’ opportunities with a beautiful coastal line off the Atlantic Ocean, several rivers with amazing flora and fauna, Liberia’s second major seaport.

St. John River

Kpatawee waterfall- is rated by visitors as the most dramatic and green waterfalls located in any forest, this water fall has been tagged as a biodiversity hotspot and major tourism asset by the Liberia government.

East Nimba Nature Reserve The Nimba Mountain range is the largest of the Upper Guinea rainforest and extends from Liberia into neighboring Guinea. Home to the world’s largest butterfly (Africa Giant Swallowtail) and the nearly extinct Nimba Otter Shrew, a toad found only in Liberia, the East Nimba Nature Reserve is an environmentalist dream come true. With a beautiful blue lake in the midst of the mountain and a misty dew that covers the entire range at certain hours in the day, this place has a major advantages for tourism investors.

Sapo National Park, Sinoe County The SAPO National Park is another window of opportunity for investment in this virgin territory. Maintained trails, guided bird walks, and a lodge serving jazzed-up versions of local cuisine are but a few possibilities. Investment in SAPO National Park has the potential to generate great returns in the travel and tourism industry.

Hotels Liberia has several hotels, motels, and guest houses to accommodate the many investors, visitors and tourists who come to Liberia for various reasons. Despite efforts by President William V. S. Tubman to develop the interior of Liberia, through rotational hosting of his birth anniversary in the different counties, the end result was the development of Presidential Palaces restricted to government use. Individuals resident in these counties often rented rooms in their homes to accommodate individuals in transit; thus failing to develop a hotel industry. The construction of the Ducor Intercontinental Hotel, the Robertsfield Hotel, Hotel Africa and the Presidential Villas for the 1979 O. A. U. Summit of African leaders; and Hotel Victoria in Robertsport were among Government initiatives to develop the hospitality industry. As a result the industry recorded the following accommodation capacity: Ducor Hotel - 350 international class bedrooms Hotel Africa – 220 international class bedrooms Present figures put the number of Hotels at 30, Motels 50 and Beaches 15. 90% of then are located in the capitol Monrovia, and are private owned or run by Missionaries. The number of available rooms is estimated at 1, 143.