12 day Wildlife Tour of Ghana
A 12 day wildlife tour of Ghana, visiting the Ashanti Kingdom, a monkey sanctuary, hippo sanctuary, Africa's only butterfly sanctuary, Mole National Park for elephants, traditional villages, the former slave castle at Cape Coast, and a birding hike at Kakum National Park. Includes cultural performances and a traditional blessing.
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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 an high-rise hotel in Osu.
Accra City Tour
Meet your guide at 8:30 AM and depart on guided tour of Accra.
Day 2Visit to Kwame Nkrumah Monument, Independence Square, Makola Market,
Accra   historic Jamestown, W.E.B. Du Bois Center, fashionable Oxford Street in Osu.
Overnight at an high-rise hotel in Osu.
Bobiri Forest, Butterfly Sanctuary
Depart metropolitan Accra for a scenic drive through the countryside.
Day 3Late afternoon hike at the Bobiri forest reserve and butterfly sanctuary.
EjisuThis is Africa's only butterfly sanctuary, which contains many native species of trees.
4 hoursOvernight at a mid-range hotel in Ejisu.
Ashanti Craft Villages, Monkey Sanctuary
Morning depart to visit craft villages around Kumasi showcasing traditional crafts:
Day 4   Kente weaving at Adanwomase, Adinkra cloth at Ntonso, carvings at Ahwiaa.
TechimanLate afternoon fun with the monkeys at the Boabeng-Fiema monkey sanctuary.
3¾ hoursOvernight at a budget hotel in central Techiman.
Drive Day, Rooftop Homes, Historic Mosque
Long drive on ancient Islamic trade route. Visit a rooftop home at Senyon.
Day 5Late afternoon arrival in Wa, capital of the Upper West region.
WaVisit to a 15th century mosque and possibly visit the village chief at nearby Nakori.
5 hoursOvernight at a mid-range hotel in Wa.
Hippo Sanctuary, Lobi Tribe, Mole National Park
Early morning to the Wechiau Hippo sanctuary and canoe safari to the hippos.
Day 6Have a visit with the local Lobi tribe and socialize with friendly people.
MoleArrive at Mole National Park in time for the afternoon safari walk (15:30 to 17:30).
6 hoursOvernight at a budget lodge in Mole National Park.
Mole National Park, Mognori Cultural Village, Afternoon Safari Walk
Morning game viewing walk at Mole National Park (6:30 to 8:30).
Day 7Poolside at Mole Lodge after enjoying a performance at Mognori Cultural Village.
MoleAfternoon safari drive to find elephants and other mammals at Mole National Park.
Overnight at a budget lodge in Mole National Park.
Driving Safari, Ancient Mosque
Driving safari at Mole with a specially trained park ranger.
Day 8This is a 2-hour driving safari (as opposed to the morning and evening walks).
MoleVisit the ancient Sudanese style mud-and-stick mosque at Larabanga.
Overnight at a budget lodge in Mole National Park.
Mole National Park, Craft Market, Flight to Accra
Morning walking safari at Mole National Park. Watch out for the baboons!
Day 9Quickly depart for Tamale. Craft market in Tamale before your flight to Accra.
AccraBe met at the domestic flight terminal upon your return to Accra.
3 hoursOvernight at a mid-range hotel in Tesano.
Posuban Shrine, Cape Coast Castle, Beach Relax
Mid-morning departure west along the coast to the city of Cape Coast.
Day 10Visit an elaborate Posuban shrine, commemorating an Asafo community group.
ElminaTour the U.N. World Heritage Site and former slave dungeon of Cape Coast castle.
3½ hoursOvernight at a 3-star beach resort in Elmina.
Kakum Birding (no canopy walkway), Crocodile Pond, Culture Performance
Hike with a birding expert through the 3 different ecosystems of the Sun Bird Trail
Day 11   at Kakum National Park: rainforest, a secondary forest and pond environment.
ElminaCrocodile ponds and weaver bird community. Special evening cultural performance.
Overnight at a 3-star beach resort in Elmina.
Accra Return, Last Minute Shopping, Traditional Blessing, Departure
DepartureMorning departure for Accra, visiting sites along the way as time permits.
Day 12Visit a craft market, or Trashy Bags, where recycled plastic is crafted into accessories.
Walking tour of the Kisseman urban ghetto. Traditional blessing for safe journey.
3½ 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!
£2,766 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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