7 Days of Birding - Accra, Kumasi & Kakum
A 7-day birding tour of Ghana, visiting the Shai Hills Resource Reserve, Aburi Botanical Garden, Atewa Forest, waterfalls, Bobiri butterfly sanctuary, Kumasi, and Ghana's highest rain forest canopy walkway at Kakum National Park.
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      Number of guests: Any number of people in your party

Overnight &
Drive Time
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 an high-rise hotel in Osu.
Shai Hills, Dodowa Forest, Tsenku Falls
Early morning departure for wildlife viewing at Shai Hills Wildlife Preserve.
Day 2Baboons, birds, butterflies, antelope, bat caves and cultural remains.
AccraOnwards to Dodowa for a hike in the enchanted forest to visit Tsenku Falls.
Overnight at an high-rise hotel in Osu.
Aburi Botanical Garden, Asenema Falls, Akaa Falls, Umbrella Rock
Discover bird species in Aburi Gardens, surrounded by lush, diverse greenery.
Day 3Spot vibrant birds near Asenema Falls, in peaceful natural surroundings.
KyebiBirdwatch at Akaa Falls and Umbrella Rock, amidst stunning landscapes.
4 hoursOvernight at a mid-range hotel in Kyebi.
Atewa Forest Birding, Bunso Eco Park, Drive to Kumasi
Visit the Atewa Forest Preserve for hiking in one of Ghana's best birding forests.
Day 4Continue to the Bunso Eco Park to enjoy a short hike among Ghana's many trees.
KumasiEnjoy the cool forest drive to Kumasi arriving before dark.
3½ hoursOvernight at an upscale hotel in central Kumasi.
National Cultural Center, Manhyia Palace, Kejetia Market
Morning visit the National Cultural Center, one of Ghana's best museums.
Day 5Home of the Ashanti King, Manhyia Palace, and the Komfo Anokye Sword.
KumasiExperience West Africa's largest outdoor market, the vast Kejetia Market.
Overnight at an upscale hotel in central Kumasi.
Butterfly Sanctuary, Lake Bosomtwe, Picarthates Expedition
Depart Kumasi for hike at the Bobiri forest reserve and butterfly sanctuary.
Day 6Continue to Lake Bosomtwe, Africa's largest meteorite impact lake.
ElminaVisit the nesting site of the yellow headed Picathartes, a most sought after specimen
4 hoursOvernight at a 3-star beach resort in Elmina.
Kakum Morning, Crocodiles, Birds & Bees, Accra Departure
DepartureSun Bird Trail has 3 ecosystems: rainforest, secondary forest and pond environment.
Day 7Crocodile ponds and weaver bird community at Hans Botel. Stingless bee facility.
Depart for Accra with a quick stop at the Densu river for birds.
4½ hoursSafe delivery to airport 2 hours before your evening flight.

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Price

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No reschedule fees!     No Covid cancellation fees!
€1,632 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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