One place you definitely have to visit when in Port Harcourt is the amazing man-made Port Harcourt Tourist Beach created along the Kolabi Creek line, old Port Harcourt. Commissioned in 1988, the man-made beach was created to serve as a major landmark for recreation, and relaxation. Its location has an advantage over others as it is on the edge of the city, such that visitors can take a walk through the hiking trails. The designers of the beach created a serene environment for visitors. The white sand and crystal clear seawater make the beach look more appealing.

The Beach has several bars and restaurants where they serve various kinds of seafood. People can enjoy playing beach soccer and volleyball at the beach, which serves a great purpose for enjoyment.

The government plays a vital role in protecting and maintaining the beach so as to maintain the growing number of visitors. Both locals and foreigners visit the tourist beach to have a great time.

The best time to visit the Port Harcourt Tourist Beach is between November and February due to the fact that there is significantly less rainfall which makes a day out on the beach perfect. To fully enjoy a time out at the Port Harcourt Tourist Beach, it is best to go with a group.

Things to do at the Port Harcourt Tourist Beach

• Go Horse Back riding. For as little as N500, you can rent a horse and gallop the sandy beach.
• You can also partake in local delicacies of palm wine, assorted spicy meats and other local dishes.
• Enjoy the sweet feeling of watching the waves, the rising and falling of tides and the water that helps soothe the joints.
• You can play in the cool water of the beach, listen to the local sounds of highlife and modern music from any of the bush bars on the beach.
• Play volleyball or beach football, take boat rides or watch boat races.
• Have a picnic while enjoying the scenery of the beach as well as its cool free-blowing breeze.

The beach is open every day of the week, and the fun activities usually pick up towards sunset and last late into the night.