Ghana - Rockfowl & Upper Guinea specials (Small Group) 2027

06 Jan 2027 - 20 Jan 2027 (15 days)

USD7,400 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Julian Parsons

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Tour Price (Per person): USD7,400 (GBP5,625 * EUR6,467 * AUD10,582)

This tour pairs with: Benin - Anambra Waxbill Extension

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*

Ghana - Rockfowl & Upper Guinea specials (Small Group) 2028

30 Jan 2028 - 13 Feb 2028 (15 days)

USD7,800 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: David Hoddinott

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Tour Price (Per person): USD7,800 (GBP5,929 * EUR6,817 * AUD11,154)

This tour pairs with: Benin - Anambra Waxbill Extension

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*

Ghana - Rockfowl & Upper Guinea specials (Small Group) 2029

07 Jan 2029 - 21 Jan 2029 (15 days)

USD8,200 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Lev Frid

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Tour Price (Per person): USD8,200 (GBP6,233 * EUR7,166 * AUD11,726)

This tour pairs with: Benin - Anambra Waxbill Extension

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*

Ghana is a West African destination like no other: it is a politically stable, English-speaking nation that is acknowledged as the friendliest country in the region. It is also one of the safest countries in which the Upper Guinea forest block, an internationally recognised Endemic Bird Area, can be accessed, and our birding tour of Ghana allows for a thorough exploration of the most exciting West African birding habitats. From Guinea savanna to lush rainforest, we will see much of what Ghana has to offer, promising a truly impressive bird tally and a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Our days in this wonderful country will be spent ambling forested trails, scanning for canopy species from a fabulous walkway, and exploring vast tracts of deciduous woodland. Typical African families such as turacos, barbets, sunbirds and greenbuls are particularly well represented, yielding a colourful and interesting bounty of species. Furthermore, we also have the opportunity to see one of Africa’s most highly sought-after birds – the fabled White-necked Rockfowl!

Top Birds

White-necked Rockfowl; Egyptian Plover; Violet & Guinea Turacos; Blue Cuckooshrike; Red-billed Helmetshrike; Tit Hylia; Four-banded Sandgrouse; Fraser's Eagle-Owl; Pel's Fishing Owl; Standard-winged Nightjar; Yellow-footed Honeyguide; Oriole Warbler; Blue-moustached & Black Bee-eaters; Capuchin Babbler; Black Dwarf Hornbill; Congo Serpent Eagle; Long-tailed Hawk; African Piculet; Puvel’s Illadopsis; Blue-shouldered Robin-Chat; Red-cheeked Wattle-eye.

Top Mammals

African Elephant; King & Olive Colobus; Patas Monkey; Pel’s Anomalure; forest duikers

Habitats Covered

lowland rainforest, broad-leaved woodlands, wetlands, Sahelian savanna

Expected Climate

hot conditions; dry in the north and humid in the south

Max Group Size

6 with 1 Rockjumper leader & local birding leaders

Tour Pace & Walking

MODERATE TO CHALLENGING: This tour requires a good level of fitness, stamina, and overall health. It’s best suited for experienced birders who are comfortable with a more active itinerary. Please note that it may not be ideal for avid photographers, new birders, or those with mobility or health concerns.

moderate pace, undemanding forest and woodland trails

Accommodation

comfortable hotels & simple lodges

Ease of Birding

moderate with some challenging species

Number of Species Expected

420+

Other Attractions

Kakum canopy walkway, Cape Coast Slave Castle, Larabanga mosque, Mole National Park

Photographic Opportunities

worthwhile

What our clients say about us

André Bernon
RL, Ghana 2019

I loved this tour, Andre was outstanding, very knowledgeable and eager to get everyone on the birds.

Paul Varney
CF, Ghana - Rockfowl & Upper Guinea specials (Small Group) 2026

Ghana was pretty tough birding. The guides - local guides, Paul and Melvin, and Paul Varney were fantastic. The accommodations in some locations could have been a little better, but were as expected for this type of tour.

Nigel Redman
SH, Ghana 2018

The Rockjumper guide, Nigel Redman, was great.

Gregory de Klerk
MM - Ghana 2024

Greg did a great job leading the tour, communicating clearly with participants and getting everyone onto the birds as best that could be done. The local guide Paul was equally excellent and a great complimentary foil for Greg. A very smoothly run tour ! Thanks also to Crystal, Hayley and Sarah for making the whole admin process so simple; much appreciated.

André Bernon
RA, Ghana 2020

Andre was really good. I feel he is a potential superstar leader. He has great birding skills and his people skills a pretty good too and will improve with time. He is at his best when helping the tour group work on those tough skulkers. On our next to last day we got three or four of these tough to see birds and it was all due to Andre's skill and patience in dealing with the birders in the group. It was very impressive. That day was one of the best birding days I've had and it involved a lot of hiking. I'd certainly recommend any birding trip with Andre as a guide.

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