Ghana Safari

Activities

From game drives in Mole to canopy walks in Kakum and wildlife day trips from Accra, here’s a quick guide to safari and nature activities in Ghana—and how to compare and book tours.

Activity categories

Game drives & walking safaris

Mole National Park is the place for classic safari-style game drives and guided walks. Spot elephants, antelope, and more. Most popular during dry season (Nov–March).

Explore Mole National Park

Canopy walk & rainforest trails

Kakum National Park offers suspended canopy walkways and guided forest walks. Birdwatching and night walks available. Easy day trip from Cape Coast.

Explore Kakum National Park

Wildlife viewing near Accra

Shai Hills Resource Reserve is an easy day trip from the capital. Zebra, antelope, baboons, and guided drives or walks.

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Birdwatching

Ghana’s parks and reserves hold diverse birdlife. Kakum and the coastal wetlands are especially strong. Dedicated birding tours can be arranged.

Where to go for birding

Compare and book tours

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