Abeokuta Paradise Nature Park is a privately owned heritage and eco-tourism destination nestled in the hills of Dean’s Valley, Westmoreland. Operated by the Banhan family, the park sits on over 13 acres of lush greenery that once housed a colonial-era sugar plantation. At its heart lies Jamaica’s oldest and most historic mineral pool—measuring approximately 71 by 47 feet—naturally filled by a quarter-mile aqueduct carrying therapeutic water from Sweet River.

 

Visitors are welcomed with warm hospitality and often guided personally by the owners through the property’s historic ruins, botanical trails, and tranquil waterfall areas. Abeokuta blends cultural storytelling with nature immersion, offering a quiet, off-the-grid experience. Guests can enjoy rope swings into the mineral pool, sip fresh coconut water, and absorb the serene landscape. The site is named after Abeokuta, Nigeria—symbolizing the African roots of many Jamaicans. Admission is affordable, and guests are encouraged to bring their own refreshments. With its quiet charm, educational value, and natural healing features, Abeokuta Paradise Nature Park remains one of Jamaica’s most treasured, grassroots eco-attractions.