The Port Harcourt Pleasure Park (PPK) is a 40-acre public recreation park where family and friends can unwind and spend quality time. It is located right along Aba Road, between the Army Barracks (Bori Camp) and the Air Force base junction—easy to find anywher you’re coming from.
From heart-racing amusement rides to climbing a tower or just taking a peaceful stroll, there’s something here for everyone. Kids will love the playgrounds, mini soccer field, and bouncy castles, while adults can enjoy the mini golf, paintball shooting range, and boat paddling.
So, whether you’re planning a family outing or a hangout with friends, Port Harcourt Pleasure Park is a spot you’ll want to visit again and again.
Highlights
- When you walk into the park for the first time, you’ll first notice how clean it is—safety and cleanliness are top priorities here.
- Enjoy the variety of thrilling rides and games available, from a gyroscope ride to VR gaming, the kinds that give you a heart-pounding experience.
- If you’re not afraid of being on water, you can go for a ride on pedal boats and glide across the water in the park.
- Movie lovers can catch the latest Nollywood premieres or blockbusters at Kada Cinemas.
- Your visit isn’t complete without testing your fitness skills on the climbing tower, which starts easy and then later feels like the tower is after your life. Yet, you can be assured of your safety, as the park provides adequate climbing gear with an expert climber to assist you—the park has never had an accident.
- Feeling hungry after all the fun, there are Lebanese/Italian restaurants in-house where you can grab a bite.
Things to do in Port Harcourt Pleasure Park
- Boat Riding
- Climbing
- Gyroscope riding
- Movies at Kada Cinema
- 5D Cinema rides
- 9D & Virtual Games
- Paintball
- Fishing
- Bouncing Castle
- Trampoline
- Shooting range
- Table Tennis
- And many more.
How to visit Port Harcourt Pleasure Park
Getting There
The distance to PPK would vary depending on where you’re coming from and the route you take. But if you’re in the New GRA area of Port Harcourt, you can reach the park within 6 minutes by following this direction:
- Drive from Ezimgbu Road/Tombia Rd and Ken Saro-Wiwa Rd/Liberation Stadium Road/Stadium Rd to Rumuomasi
- Head southwest on GRA Junction toward Tombia St
- Pass by The Melanochrome Art Studio (on the left)
- Exit the roundabout onto Ezimgbu Road/Tombia Rd
- Pass by Kilimanjaro Restaurant (on the right)
- Turn left at Michelin Service Centre: Powered by THERMO Energy onto Ken Saro-Wiwa Rd/Liberation Stadium Road/Stadium Rd
- Pass by Photo Farm (on the right)
- Turn left at Libra Motors (Libmot) PH onto Chief G U Ake Road/Proposed Express to E/W Road
- Pass by Red Star Express (on the left)
- Turn right to merge onto Port Harcourt-Aba Expy/Rumuola-Rumukoroshe Rd/A3
- Drive to your destination
- Turn right
- Turn left at the playground
- The destination will be on the right
N.B.: If you’re coming from a different location, you can click on the link below and replace “New GRA” with your current location for precise directions.
Visiting Tips
Here are some helpful tips to make your visit a memorable one:
- Visit on weekdays to avoid crowds and long queues, especially during holidays.
- Consider visiting in the late afternoon or evening to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and cooler temperatures.
- Bring sunscreen and hats for sun protection.
- Pack a picnic to enjoy in the green spaces if you prefer.
- Check the park’s event calendar for special activities or promotions.