7 day Birding tour of Ghana
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. | ||||
Dates of travel: | You set the dates & number of days | |||
Number of guests: | Any number of people in your party | |||
Overnight & Drive Time | ||||
Accra Arrival | ||||
Arrival | Meet your arriving flight at Kotoka International Airport in Accra. | |||
Day 1 | Safe transport to your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. | |||
Accra | Refresh 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 2 | Baboons, birds, butterflies, antelope, bat caves and cultural remains. | |||
Accra | Onwards 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 3 | Spot vibrant birds near Asenema Falls, in peaceful natural surroundings. | |||
Kyebi | Birdwatch at Akaa Falls and Umbrella Rock, amidst stunning landscapes. | |||
4 hours | Overnight 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 4 | Continue to the Bunso Eco Park to enjoy a short hike among Ghana's many trees. | |||
Kumasi | Enjoy the cool forest drive to Kumasi arriving before dark. | |||
3½ hours | Overnight 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 5 | Home of the Ashanti King, Manhyia Palace, and the Komfo Anokye Sword. | |||
Kumasi | Experience 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 6 | Continue to Lake Bosomtwe, Africa's largest meteorite impact lake. | |||
Elmina | Visit the nesting site of the yellow headed Picathartes, a most sought after specimen | |||
4 hours | Overnight at a 3-star beach resort in Elmina. | |||
Kakum Morning, Crocodiles, Birds & Bees, Accra Departure | ||||
Departure | Sun Bird Trail has 3 ecosystems: rainforest, secondary forest and pond environment. | |||
Day 7 | Crocodile 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 hours | Safe delivery to airport 2 hours before your evening flight. | |||
We are happy to customize any tour! | ||||
Price | $ £ € | |||
No reschedule fees! No Covid cancellation fees! | ||||
$1,803 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, | ||||
Ask for a quote! | and desired class of meals and accommodations. | Nov-2024 | ||
Invite your friends & family: | ||||
Next Steps | ||||
Status: | Awaiting your request | |||
Next Steps: | Help us customize this tour to your wishes. | |||
Approve the final version of your tour. | ||||
Review Terms & Conditions. | ||||
Submit booking form. Make Payment. | ||||
Terms & Conditions | Booking Form | Payment Options | ||
Book directly with a licensed, tax-paying tour operator. Keep it in Ghana! | ||||
Map of Tour | ||||
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