Bunso Arboretum—also known today as Bunso Eco Park—is a beloved eco‑tourism destination in Ghana’s Eastern Region, approximately 165 km from Accra and only a 30‑minute drive from Koforidua. It boasts a lush forest reserve of about 16.5 hectares, home to over 600 species of trees, more than 110 species of birds, hundreds of butterfly varieties, a rich herb garden, and even numerous snakes and fruit‑bearing plants . Formerly a research site of the CSIR’s Plant Genetic Resources Centre and established in 1935 by two British founders, Frank Thompson and David Gillet, the facility transitioned into a public tourism and botanical research hub in collaboration with Ghana’s Ministry of Tourism and the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Council .

What truly distinguishes the park is its canopy walkway, completed in 2014. Modeled after Kakum in Ghana’s Central Region, Bunso’s canopy is the country’s second of its kind. Constructed over a year by local engineers, this elevated walkway reaches around 40 ft (12 m) above the forest floor and stretches nearly 280–320 metres in length. It comprises five suspension bridges and six platforms, offering visitors breathtaking views of the forest canopy and resident birdlife .

Since the opening of the canopy walkway, Bunso Arboretum has seen a significant rise in visitor numbers and is increasingly regarded as a must‑see destination for nature lovers and eco‑tourists in Ghana . Managed by the CSIR-affiliated Plant Genetic Resources Research Institute (until recently) and owned by the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Council, the park also benefits from private investment and involvement—evidenced by the canopy’s developer, businessman Kenneth Akuffo Asare, who also played a role in developing Kakum’s walkway .

Bunso Eco Park now offers a wide range of activities beyond the canopy walk: guided nature hikes, butterfly and bird watching, hardwood tree tours, herb garden exploration, ziplining, horseback riding, camping, picnic zones, and interactive cocoa farm and village tours . These amenities make Bunso a family‑friendly venue with something for nearly every age and interest.

In summary, Bunso Arboretum remains fully active and popular, serving both conservation and tourism goals. Its canopy walkway retains its status as Ghana’s second treetop trail, attracting birdwatchers, relaxation seekers, families, and adventurous travellers alike.