Kakum National Park
Located near the coastal area of the Central Region of Ghana,
Kakum National Park is a tropical rainforest with many unique
species of fauna, flora and animal. These include the endangered
Diana monkey, the yellow-backed duiker and the African elephant.
Kakum is a chief attraction for the many visitors who annually
flock to Ghana to see wildlife and wonders of nature. This park
is home to many birds, such as the African grey parrot and hornbill.
You should also try the Kakum Canopy Walkway, a 350m-high walkway high up
in the sky which journeys through several connecting treetops.
Mount Afadjato
The lush green Volta region in the east offers drastically different landscapes
than the rest of the country. Its high elevations and gorgeous valleys allow for
some spectacular scenery and wildlife. Mount Afadjato is the highest peak in West
Africa and its delights include a dense, thickly wooded forest intercut with streams
that wind their way towards Wli Waterfalls, a breathtaking multi-levelled natural
wonder that is a popular draw. A four- to six-hour hike up the mountain will allow
you to see the upper two levels, as well as vistas that penetrate into neighbouring
Togo, thick woodland, a plethora of bird and monkey life and a hike that will have
you climbing, descending and clamouring in exhilaration.
Ankasa Resources Reserve
Nini Suhien National Park is a smaller national park that is joined
with the Ankasa Resources Reserve into a unified conservation area.
The area combined is about 500 square kilometers, of which the
national park comprises about 160 square kilometers.
Despite its small size the area has an incredibly rich biodiversity.
You will see African elephants and the endangered Diana monkey,
along with 263 species of bird. Sublime views of the Nini and
Suhien rivers and waterfalls are available for enjoyment in the park.
Bui National Park
The third-largest national park in Ghana, Bui National Park bisects
the Black Volta River. The river winds its way from Burkina Faso
down to the White Volta in Ghana, and is home to many river species.
The most prominent of these is the large hippopotamus population that
dwells in the waters. This is the perfect spot for taking a guided
canoe ride and watching these large creatures at home in their natural
habitat.