Morning Birding at Sakumono Lagoon
Overview
Number of guests: Maximum number of 40 persons.
Duration: Estimated 4 hours
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Detailed Itinerary
- Morning pick-up in an air-conditioned vehicle: Accra location of your choice.
- Enjoy a scenic 2km journey to Sakumono Lagoon, situated near the port city of Tema.
- Experience morning birdwatching at this premier Ramsar site hosting 70+ marine birds.
- Spot Terns, Egrets, Plovers, Bishops, and the famous Black Heron.
- Witness epic winter migratory flocks dramatically transforming the seasonal wetlands.
- Walk the scenic sandbar between marsh and ocean while scouting the shoreline for rare seasonal sea turtles, such as Olive Ridley, Green Sea and Leatherback.
- Drop-off at a location of your choice after the tour completes.
Next Steps
- Request trip & approve plan.
- Payment Options.
Book directly with a local, licensed tour operator. Keep it in Ghana!
Frequently Asked Questions
Our guides are experienced local professionals with years of experience who are passionate about Ghana's history, culture, and wildlife.
Wear lightweight, breathable clothing in neutral tones like khaki, green, or brown. Avoid bright colors or camouflage pattern clothing. Bring comfortable walking shoes or light hiking boots suitable for walking along sandy and marshy terrain.
While resident species are visible year round, the best time to visit is during the European winter months between November and February. This period sees massive influxes of migratory shorebirds and marine species filling the wetlands.
We recommend bringing your personal binoculars and camera gear with a telephoto lens. Your expert guide will also carry a high quality spotting scope for group viewing of distant bird species.
Since bird activity peaks early in the morning, pick-up usually takes place around 6:00 AM from your Accra location. The tour lasts approximately half a day, returning you by late morning or early afternoon.
This tour is low intensity and easy for participants of most fitness levels. It involves short, relaxed walks along the flat sandbar and flat marsh trails.
We specialize in private and small group tours. Keeping group sizes small ensures a quiet environment so birds are not scared away and everyone gets a personal viewing experience.
Birding can often continue in light drizzle, but in the case of heavy tropical rain, our team will adjust the start time to ensure you get the best viewing conditions possible. At most, the tour could be rescheduled if the conditions are not conducive.
No, sea turtle sightings along the sandbar are rare and seasonal. While the shoreline is a known nesting habitat, sightings depend on nature, sea conditions, and luck.
Yes, photography is highly encouraged. You are welcome to take videos and photos of the wildlife and natural scenery. Always follow your guide regarding photography near local communities or traditional spaces.
Sakumono Lagoon is a protected urban wetland without extensive visitor facilities. Restroom facilities are accessed before heading into the field, and fresh bottled water is provided in your transport vehicle.
Drive time is very short. Sakumono Lagoon is located near Tema, roughly 2km to 20km from central Accra depending on your specific pickup point, taking around 30 to 45 minutes each way. However, this estimated time is also dependent on traffic, road conditions, and natural occurrences.
Yes. A deposit is required to secure your dates, with the final balance due on or before the day your tour begins.
Upon cancellation, Easy Track Ghana will refund recoverable funds received, less a cancellation fee of up to 8.5% of the quoted tour fare. Unrecoverable costs may include accommodation deposits, domestic flights (if any), or other third-party services. Unrecoverable costs may be significant if the cancellation notice is received close to the tour date.
We hire local guides and drivers, partner with locally-owned businesses, and support community initiatives in the regions we visit.