One hundred seventy kilometres west of Tamale in the West Gonja District, is the Mole National Park. The scenic ride to Mole, though rough, is ideal for adventurous visitor.
The largest of Ghana’s National Parks and situated in the heart of the Guinea savannah woodland ecosystem, it is home to 93 mammalian species, 33 reptiles nine amphibians and an estimated 300 birds species. The mammals include some 600 elephants, 2,000 roam antelopes, 3,000 hartebeests, 4,000 waterbucks, 5,000 buffalo and some 6,000 warthogs. Uncounted lions, leopards, hyenas and various primates can also be seen in Mole. A total of 600km of game protection and viewing roads have been developed within the park. A basic 33-bed, no frills hotel facility, which overlooks an elephant bath, offers overnight accommodation and restaurant facilities. Additionally, composite facilities are available for visitors. A landing strip for small aircraft provides the option of air access to Mole.
An amazing Village where life goes on in the centre of Lake Tadane, just 90km west of Takoradi. The houses are built on stilts, and traditional village life adapts to the watery conditions. The excursion from Beyin involves a walk through the reeds at the lake’s edge, and a trip in a dugout canoe to the village. The village welcomes visitors every day except Thursday, which is a sacred day.
Paga is noted for its sacred pond, which is a sanctuary for crocodiles. The crocodiles are said to be totems for the people of Kassena, who reside in Paga and the surrounding communities. It is believed that each native of Paga has a corresponding crocodile representing each person’s soul. Local tradition has it that there have been actual instances when deaths of important personalities in the community coincided with that of some crocodiles. The reptiles are normally enticed out of the pond by the whistling of the caretaker and the brandishing of a fowl, which the crocodiles quickly snatch with their snouts. If you are courageous, you can sit on, or hold the beast’s tail for a good camera pose. The caretaker charges a fee for the fowl and basic interpretation.
The Central region of Ghana was the government center of the Gold Coast.Cape Coast was the seat of the British colonial administration up until 1877. The coastline is famous for its ancient Forts and Castles built by the early European traders; three of these are at Elmina. Cape Coast has been identified as World Heritage Monuments by the World Heritage foundation under UNESCO. This region is also well known for the picturesque beaches dotted along its coastline.
The Portuguese’s built Elmina Castle in 1482, then it was occupied by the Dutch, Swedes, Danes, Prussians and the British. They controlled the gold trade for about 150years. Visit Ghana and be part of those who visit every year to re-discover their roots as a result of the slave trade. St George’s Castle at Elmina and Fort St. Jago, was built on top of St Jago Hill, give an excellent panoramic view of Elmina Harbour and the town center.
These beautiful falls are hidden away in the woods close to the Kumasi/Kintampo highway.
The famous Kakum National Park with its unique canopy walkway is the only natural park in Africa with a canopy walkway. Others are found in China, Peru and Malaysia. The Kakum forest has an extensive area of flora and some fauna (seen only at night at one section of the park) You may also see animals if you stay on TREE PLATFORM. Kakum National Park has been described as an ecological Sanctuary of tropical flora and fauna.