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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Ghana Safari Tour Packages:
The 5-Day Tanzania Safari Getaway combines wildlife viewing in Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park, with a Endoro Trails hike where you will be accompanied by a ranger and hike through Ngorongoro rainforest. This is...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Family Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Moshi, end in Moshi/Arusha
5 Days from$1980 p/p in USD- Departures: Year Round
Create unforgettable memories with your loved ones on our family safari adventure in Tanzania. This family-friendly package is designed to keep all ages engaged and entertained while you explore Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara National Park....
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Family Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
- 4 Days from$1400 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Located to the east of Arusha town, about 20 kilometers drive from Arusha, Mount Meru is the second highest mountain in Tanzania. The mountain stands at an altitude of 4566 meters above sea level inside the Arusha National Park. Meru has...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Guided Safari, Mountain Safari, Trekking Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Camping
- Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
- 3 Days from$1000 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Step into this 7-Day Big Five Serengeti Luxury Safari that captures the very heart of Tanzania’s wilderness and beauty. Your adventure begins with a warm welcome at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport, followed by a relaxing stay at Springlands Hotel to prepare...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Budget, Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Moshi, end in Arusha
- 7 Days from$3230 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Known as the “Coca-Cola” route, the Marangu route is a classic trek on Mount Kilimanjaro. It is the oldest, most well-established route. Many favor the Marangu route because it is considered to be the easiest path on the mountain, given its gradual...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Guided, Mountain Safari, Trekking Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Budget
- Start/end:Start in Moshi, end in Moshi
- 6 Days from$1600 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
On this 7-Day Great Migration & Mara River Crossing Safari witness the world’s most dramatic wildlife spectacle. This professionally curated 7-day expedition takes you from the 'elephant empire' of Tarangire to the northern reaches of the Serengeti...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Migration Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
- 7 Days from$2522 p/p in USD
- Departures: Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
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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