Endemic & Forest Birds of Ghana
An 8-day visit to two of the best birding sites in Ghana. Also includes Amansuri Wetlands, Ghana's highest rain forest canopy walkway at Kakum National Park for birding with your birding expert from the Ghana Wildlife Society.
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Accra Arrival
ArrivalMeet your arriving flight at Kotoka International Airport in Accra.
Day 1Safe transport to your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle.
AccraRefresh and relax. Neighborhood or Accra city orientation as time permits.
Overnight at a mid-range hotel in Tesano.
Legon Botanical Garden, Achimota Forest, Kokrobite
Morning birding at Legon Botanical Gardens, with a nesting population of egrets.
Day 2Birding at Achimota Forest reveals sunbirds, hornbills, and vibrant forest species.
KokrobiteDrop-off at your hotel to refresh and relax. Beach walk as preferred.
Overnight at a secluded mid-range guesthouse in Kokrobite.
Densu Delta, Winneba Lagoon, Crocodiles, Birds & Bees, Kakum
Densu Delta and Winneba lagoon offer sites of migratory birds and waterfowl.
Day 3Sun Bird Trail has 3 ecosystems: rainforest, secondary forest and pond environment.
KakumCrocodile ponds and weaver bird community at Hans Botel. Stingless bee facility.
3½ hoursOvernight at a mid-range hotel near Kakum National Park.
Forest Canopy Walk, Kakum National Park
5:30 AM birding from the rainforest canopy walkway before it opens to the public.
Day 4Kakum is Ghana's most significant birding park, with over 266 species including
Kakum   white-breasted guinea fowl, African grey parrot, and nine species of hornbill.
Overnight at a mid-range hotel near Kakum National Park.
Kakum National Park, Depart for Ankasa Game Reserve
Depart west along the coast on a long drive to Ankasa Protected Area.
Day 5Stop at sites along the road for if time permits.
AnkasaArrive at Ankasa Forest before dark, have a night expedition in the area.
5 hoursOvernight at a bed & breakfast facility in the forest.
Full Day Birding at Ankasa Protected Area
Early morning hike at Ankasa, which has Ghana's largest concentration
Day 6   of biodiversity. Focus on area around the Ankasa River and the Nini River.
AnkasaBegin our search for White-bellied, Shining-Blue, and Blue-breasted Kingfishers.
Overnight at a bed & breakfast facility in the forest.
Birding Day 2: Ankasa Protected Area
Pre-dawn birding session to spot rare nocturnal species along forest trails.
Day 7Explore Nini and Ankasa Rivers, searching for African Finfoot, Dwarf Kingfisher.
AnkasaConclude with evening walk to discover night birds and forest mammals.
Overnight at a bed & breakfast facility in the forest.
Amansuri Wetlands, Nzulezu Stilt Village, Flight to Accra Airport
Drop-OffMorning canoe ride along the Amansuri River, Ghana largest swamp forest.
Day 8Many species, including Kingfishers, are found in this unique environment.
AccraVisit to Nzulezu stilt village. Drive to the Takoradi airport for your flight to Accra.
3½ hoursBe met at the airport and transport to the international terminal for your flight..

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Price

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No reschedule fees!     No Covid cancellation fees!
$2,363 per person, as described, for 2 guests in 1 room.
5% discount for bookings confirmed 30 or more days prior to travel.
Includes certified guide, vehicle & fuel, accommodations, meals and entrance fees.
Price adjusted for number of travelers, visited sites, tour inclusions/exclusions,
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