Ghana has gained recognition for its exceptional wildlife including rare birds and animals residing in its 16 National Parks. Atiwa Rainforest in southeastern Ghana has diverse ecosystems, from forest, savannah woodland to coastal savannah scrub and the off coastal areas. . The marine-life-rich coastal waters are teeming with sardines, lungfish, elephant fish, and sharks. The Upper Guinea rainforests in southern Ghana are home to Black-bellied and White-bellied Pangolin, Forest Elephant, Bongo and Chimpanzees, whilst the famous Mole National Park made up mostly of savanna, offers refuge to 93 mammal species, including 4 of the Big Five.
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This safari will take you to experience the calving season of the Great Migration, which usually takes place between January and February of each year. While the route of the migration has remained the same for thousands of years, the exact timings of...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Migration Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
6 Days from$4200 p/p in USD- Departures: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May
This safari gives you an opportunity to visit all the best parks in Northern Tanzania's circuit; the Serengeti National Park, to witness the world's largest mammal migration, the annual wildebeest migration; Ngorongoro Conservation Area to witness the...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Camping, Mid Range
- 5 Days from$1700 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Embark on an unforgettable safari and beach holiday that showcases the very best of Tanzania. Your adventure begins with a visit to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its thriving elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Next, explore the awe-inspiring...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Beach Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Zanzibar
- 9 Days from$3737 p/p in USD
- Departures: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Enjoy a relaxing and culturally rich beach holiday on the beautiful island of Zanzibar. This week-long escape includes a mix of history, spice tours, beach time, and marine adventures. Discover the charm of Stone Town, visit a spice farm, swim with dolphins,...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Beach Safari, Coastal Safari
- Tour Type:Independent
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Zanzibar, end in Zanzibar
- 7 Days from$2100 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Embark on a spectacular safari that showcases Kenya’s diverse landscapes and extraordinary wildlife. From the rugged beauty of Samburu, home to the rare 'Samburu Special Five,' to the misty forests of Aberdare, the birdlife of Lake Nakuru, and the legendary...
- Country:Kenya,
- Safari Type:Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Nairobi, end in Nairobi
- 7 Days from$2710 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Enjoy an unforgettable 2-day safari, starting in Tarangire National Park, known as the 'Kingdom of Elephants' for its large herds and scenic baobab trees. Conclude your adventure with a tour of the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start/end in Arusha or Kilimanjaro airport
- 2 Days from$801 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
This safari is full of surprises in three parks: Tsavo East, Tsavo West and Amboseli National Park. You will be astonished by the beautiful rugged nature of these parks. Tsavo West National Park has a wide variety of wildlife including black rhino, Cape...
- Country:Kenya,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Budget
- Start/end:Start/end in Anywhere in Kenya
- 6 Days from$1050 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Experience remote Nyerere National Park (formerly known as Selous Game Reserve) with return flights from Zanzibar on this short, private safari. Soak up the scenic views of rivers, lakes and wilderness together with wildlife and birds. In addition, learn...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Zanzibar, end in Zanzibar
- 3 Days from$1150 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
This is four-day luxury safari starts and ends in Zanzibar. Accompanied by a guide, it gives you adequate time in the parks to view wild animals and relax while avoiding long drives. You'll have two nights in the Serengeti, which you need as it's a large...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Zanzibar Island, end in Zanzibar Island
- 4 Days from$5280 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Major Ghana Safari Attractions
- Accra
- Cape Coast
- Kakum National Park
- Mole National Park
Ghana Safari Tour Highlights
- Accra, the largest city in Ghana, is home to the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial, Independence Square, National Museum of Ghana, National Theatre of Ghana, and W.E.B Dubois Centre.
- Labadi, a renowned beach in Accra, offers visitors lively weekends with drumming, dancing, and music.
- Visitors can walk through the Kakum National Park on its premier attraction – the canopy walk.
- Elephant sightings aren’t common throughout Ghana, but Mole National Parks has a healthy concentration of elephants, and forest elephants can be seen in the Upper Guinea rainforests.
Facts About Ghana Safari Tour
- The Lovi and Mole rivers flow through the Mole National Park, creating watering holes that quench the thirst of the park’s wildlife in the dry season.
- Cape Coast, a fishing town, was once known as the Cabo Coro. It was amongst Africa’s largest slave-trading centres.
- Elmina Castle was Africa’s first European slave trading post.
- Due to Ghana’s proximity to the equator, the country experiences a tropical climate with high temperatures throughout the year.
Our detailed travel guide for Ghana can provide you with additional information about the destination, including guidance on when to plan a trip.
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