Ghana Birding Tour
Witness Africa’s most sought-after birds across Ghana’s iconic habitats.
Discover the incredible avian diversity of Ghana on our expert-led birding tour, featuring some of Africa’s most sought-after species, including the elusive White-necked Rockfowl, Nkulengu Rail, Akun Eagle-Owl, Brown-cheeked Hornbill, Blue-moustached Bee-eater, Forbes Plover, Egyptian Plover, Red-billed Helmetshrike, White-crested Tiger Heron, and the vibrant Oriole Warbler. Highlights include the iconic Kakum National Park, with its famous canopy walkway offering unrivaled views of nearly 300 bird species, 650 butterfly species, and 100 mammal species; the remote and pristine Ankasa Forest Reserve, home to rare rainforest birds and mammals; a White-necked Rockfowl nesting site visit, one of the top birding events on the continent; and the expansive Mole National Park, boasting elephants, over 330 bird species, and spectacular photographic opportunities. Additional gems include the Bobiri Butterfly Sanctuary and Atewa Range Forest Reserve, each offering unique species, stunning scenery, and unforgettable birding experiences.
Let’s go birding in Ghana!
** This Ghana Birding tour is also available to book as a PRIVATE GUIDED BIRDING TOUR
Top Birds
White-necked Rockfowl, Nkulengu Rail, Akun Eagle-Owl, Brown-cheeked Hornbill, Blue-moustached Bee-eater, Forbes Plover, Egyptian Plover, Red-billed Helmetshrike, White-crested Tiger Heron, Oriole Warbler.
Top Mammals
Lesser Spot-nosed Monkey, Green Monkey, Patas Monkey, Mona Monkey, Olive and White-thighed Colobus, Olive Baboon, Potto, Demidoff’s Dwarf Galago, African Elephant (including the forest subspecies), African Buffalo (forest subspecies), African Civet, Leopard, Spotted Hyena, Red River Hog, Black-bellied Pangolin, Crested Porcupine, Bongo, Kob, Ogilby’s Duiker, Roan Antelope.
Highlights and top attractions
•Kakum National Park – Famous for its canopy walkway, an ideal spot from which to spot the park’s almost 300 bird species, 650 butterfly species and 100 mammal species
•Ankasa Forest Reserve – Remote, pristine, biodiverse, evergreen rainforest brimming with rare and sough-after birds and mammals
•White-necked Rockfowl nesting site visit – Definitely one of the top birding events on the African continent
•Mole National Park – 5,000 km2 of protected, drier habitat; boasting elephants (and 90 other mammals), more than 330 bird species and excellent photographic opportunities.
•Bobiri butterfly sanctuary – Small forest sanctuary with over 400 species of butterflies and some top birds.
•Atewa Range forest reserve – A Globally Significant Biodiversity Area with special birds and fabulous views.
Summary of day to day Itinerary
| Day 1 | Arrival in Ghana |
| Day 2 | Shai Hills, Sakumono Lagoon & Winneba Plains |
| Day 3 | Kakum National Park (Canopy Walkway) |
| Day 4 | Kakum National Park (Antikwaa) |
| Day 5 | Kakum National Park (Abrafo) & Brenu Akyinim |
| Day 6 | Nsuta Forest & Ankasa Reserve |
| Day 7 | Ankasa Reserve |
| Day 8 | Ankasa Reserve & Brenu Akyinim |
| Day 9 | Abrafo Forest & Picathartes Nesting Site |
| Day 10 | Offinso Forest & Mole National Park |
| Day 11-12 | Mole National Park |
| Day 13 | Mole National Park & Bobiri Butterfly Sanctuary |
| Day 14 | Bobiri Butterfly Sanctuary & Atewa Range |
| Day 15 | Atewa Range & Departure |