The first thing that hits one on entering Abraka Turf and Country Club is the overwhelming hue of green. A vast stretch of expansive well-manicured land bursts into one’s vision heading for the reception area of the resort. Green, the colour of nature, has the effect of giving the feeling of calmness and tranquility. That is what Abraka Turf and Country Club offers.
It is a boutique resort that its choice of location is spot on in terms of what it offers for those who are stepping out of the hustle and bustle of existentialism to relax, reflect and re-fire.
The feeling of being close to nature is further accentuated as one drives towards the reception area. On both sides of the road sturdy healthy horses lazily nip at the green grass, occasionally using that tails to drive away inconspicuous flies. They raise their heads as if to see the intruder that is disturbing the quietude the paradise-like environment. They don’t seem to mind the drizzle from the sky that has made a patch on their backs.
The entrance of Abraka Turf and Country Club nestles at the Delta State University town of Abraka. For the uninformed , nothing much about the town suggests that it would have such place like the expansive Abraka’s garden. To get to Abraka, one could take a commercial vehicle to the place. From the town, most of the residents can easily direct one to the turf. The entrance to the turf is not too spacious and does not give one, a first-time visitor, a real clue to what awaits one inside the turf. However, on crossing the gate and entering the compound, one is struck by the large expansive green of well-manicured lawn that stretches as far as one’s eyes could take in. Dotted on the lawn are buildings for accommodation and other activities.
On the right as one drives in are the rows of single luxury duplexes, stylishly designed to bring out their beauty. These are further accentuated by the flowers and other ornamental plants planted around the buildings. On the right, however, is the lush stretch of green, well- manicured lawn. On the lawn are horses that lazily graze on the grass. Looking a little further is a dense mangrove forest that reminds one that one was in the Niger Delta. Behind this jungle lies the famous Ethiope River. The environment that the place creates is sure breathtaking, especially for those in love with nature. Driving a little further on the right, one would come to the reception area which is eye- popping. Outside the reception, there is the crystal clear swimming pool, table tennis and snooker rooms and a restaurant.
Although the club is open to the public, facilities at the club could also be enjoyed by being a member of the Abraka Turf Club. The club members and their family members enjoy memorable and serene holidays in the luxury villas and chalets. The turf boasts of exquisite cuisine served at its delightful restaurant and bar. A few outdoor activities at the turf include polo, horse riding, archery, fishing and clay pigeon shooting, rowing and a whole lot more.
Abraka’s unique combination of location, country club atmosphere, luxury accommodation and friendly staff can really make one feel at home and want to stay there as long as possible. Even without bothering about the outdoor and indoor fun facilities, one could decide to go on an adventure by venturing into the jungle towards the Ethiope River. But the advice is that this should not be undertaken during the rainy season. The road to the river is carved out with thick wooden planks, but these could be tricky after downpours as the surface of the wood becomes slippery. But for those who could brace it to the river bank, they would be rewarded with beautiful sight of a clear river that is worth all the trouble of trying to reach the river bank.
Abraka Turf Club is open to both individual and corporate members. As a corporate member, all club facilities are at one’s disposal. Other facilities at the turf club include a-state-of-the-art conference centre that can comfortably seat 75 people. There are facilities for personal computers, laptops and take-away memory sticks. The turf has equestrian facilities for polo and horse riding and has the best stables in the country with various breeds of horses, ranging from local to argentines.
Other activities to be enjoyed at the club include archery, clay pigeon shooting, lawn tennis, squash, canoeing, snorkeling and also a driving range for golfers. The turf provides equestrian facilities for polo and horse riding. Classes are available for beginners and leisure riding for the experienced.
A private country club that has been created to function at the highest levels of luxury and guest satisfaction. Located in the exotic region of Nigeria’s Delta, Abraka Turf and Country Club has taken on a leading role in the nation’s leisure and catering industry and prides itself on its ability to deliver exquisite services.
The resort includes perfect villas, chalets, and caters to high-end clientelle that includes families, vacation seekers, campers, as well as corporate groups. Abraka Turf and Country Club comes fully equipped with state of the art facilities and the outdoor activities include golf, tennis, canoeing, kayaking, polo, horseback riding, fishing and deep river diving.
