3-DAY MOLE NATIONAL PARK ELEPHANT SAFARI & NORTHERN GHANA EXPERIENCE

Wildlife • Culture • Heritage • Art • Community • Adventure

Experience the best of Northern Ghana on a 3-day, 2-night guided adventure combining wildlife encounters, cultural heritage, contemporary African art, traditional craftsmanship and community experiences.

From the famous elephants of Mole National Park to the historic Larabanga Mosque, Mognori Eco-Village, Tamale's vibrant markets and Northern Ghana's leather craftsmanship, this journey offers a diverse introduction to the Savannah Region.

For reference only: Itineraries are subject to change depending on weather, road conditions, wildlife conditions, attraction operating hours and other external factors.

📋 TOUR INFORMATION | DETAILS

🌟 TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• 🐘 Experience a sunrise Jeep safari at Mole National Park

• 🦒 Look out for elephants, antelopes, warthogs, baboons, monkeys and other wildlife

• 🐦 Enjoy excellent opportunities for birdwatching

• 🌅 Experience Northern Ghana's savannah landscape at sunrise

• 🕌 Visit the historic Larabanga Mosque, known for its traditional Sudano-Sahelian architecture

• 🛶 Experience a canoe safari at Mognori Eco-Village

• 🌱 Learn about community life and sustainable living at Mognori

• 🎨 Visit Red Clay Studio

• 🖼️ Explore the Savannah Centre for Contemporary Art (SCCA)

• 🛍️ Explore the vibrant Tamale market

• 👞 Visit a major Northern Ghana leather workshop and learn how leather products are made

• 🧵 See the transformation of raw hides into shoes, belts, wallets, sandals and bags

• ✋ Where available, try your hand at traditional leather craftsmanship

• 🏨 Enjoy two nights of bed-and-breakfast accommodation

• 🚐 Travel comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle

📝 FULL TOUR DESCRIPTION

Embark on a three-day journey from Accra into the heart of Northern Ghana, where wildlife, culture, traditional craftsmanship and contemporary African art come together.

Your adventure takes you to Mole National Park, Ghana's renowned wildlife destination and home to large populations of elephants, antelopes, warthogs, baboons, monkeys and numerous bird species.

One of the major highlights is a sunrise Jeep safari, giving you the opportunity to experience the savannah as the landscape comes alive. Wildlife sightings depend on natural conditions and animal movement and therefore cannot be guaranteed.

Beyond the wildlife experience, discover Northern Ghana's rich cultural heritage at the historic Larabanga Mosque, explore community life at Mognori Eco-Village, and experience a canoe safari through the surrounding waterways.

The journey continues into Tamale, where you'll explore contemporary African creativity at Red Clay Studio and the Savannah Centre for Contemporary Art.

You will also experience everyday life in Tamale through a visit to the city's busy market, where traders and communities from across Northern Ghana and neighboring areas come together.

The tour concludes with an immersive visit to a Northern Ghana leather workshop. Learn how raw hides are processed and transformed into finished products such as sandals, shoes, belts, wallets and bags. Where available, guests can participate in a hands-on leather-making experience.

With private transportation, professional guide support, two nights of bed-and-breakfast accommodation and entrance fees included, this experience offers a well-rounded introduction to Northern Ghana.

📍TOUR ITINERARY

DAY 1 — ACCRA → NORTHERN GHANA → MOLE AREA

1. PICK-UP FROM ACCRA

Your Northern Ghana adventure begins with pickup from your agreed location in Accra.

Meet your professional driver/tour guide and board your private, air-conditioned vehicle.

Begin the journey toward Northern Ghana, with opportunities to enjoy the changing landscapes as you travel from the southern part of Ghana toward the savannah zone.

2. JOURNEY TO THE MOLE AREA

Continue the road journey toward the Mole area.

Your guide will provide information about the regions you travel through and introduce you to the cultural and geographical characteristics of Northern Ghana.

3. ARRIVAL & CHECK-IN

Upon arrival in the Mole area, check into your accommodation and settle in.

Take some time to relax and prepare for the following day's early-morning wildlife experience.

Overnight: Mole area
Accommodation: Bed & Breakfast

Lunch: Not included
Dinner: Not included

DAY 2 — MOLE SAFARI • LARABANGA • MOGNORI

4. 🌅 SUNRISE JEEP SAFARI — MOLE NATIONAL PARK

Rise early and prepare for one of the main highlights of the tour: a sunrise Jeep safari at Mole National Park.

Travel through the savannah landscape as the sun rises and look out for wildlife including:

• 🐘 Elephants

• 🦌 Antelopes

• 🐗 Warthogs

• 🐒 Baboons

• 🐒 Monkeys

• 🐦 Numerous bird species

Your safari guide will provide information about the animals, habitat and conservation of the park.

Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, as animals move freely within their natural environment.

5. 🕌 LARABANGA MOSQUE

Continue to Larabanga to discover the historic mosque renowned for its traditional Sudano-Sahelian architectural style.

Learn about the mosque's history, cultural importance and place within the local community.

Guests should dress respectfully and follow local guidelines when visiting this culturally and religiously significant site.

6. 🛶 MOGNORI ECO-VILLAGE CANOE EXPERIENCE

Continue to Mognori Eco-Village, where you can experience local community life and explore the surrounding environment.

Enjoy a traditional canoe experience while learning about the community, its relationship with the environment and local traditions.

This provides a different perspective of Northern Ghana beyond the wildlife experience.

7. 🌅 RETURN & RELAXATION

After completing the day's activities, return to your accommodation.

Spend the remainder of the day relaxing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

Overnight: Mole area
Accommodation: Bed & Breakfast

Lunch: Not included
Dinner: Not included

DAY 3 — TAMale CULTURE • ART • MARKET • LEATHER EXPERIENCE → END

8. 🎨 RED CLAY STUDIO

Begin the day's cultural exploration with a visit to Red Clay Studio.

Discover a distinctive contemporary African creative space and explore the relationship between art, history, culture, identity and community.

9. 🖼️ SAVANNAH CENTRE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART

Continue to the Savannah Centre for Contemporary Art (SCCA).

Explore exhibitions and cultural projects showcasing contemporary African artistic practices.

The center provides an opportunity to engage with contemporary art, research and cultural conversations emerging from Ghana and the wider African continent.

10. 🛍️ TAMALE MARKET

Experience the vibrant atmosphere of a busy Tamale market.

Observe local traders and communities conducting their daily business and discover a wide variety of:

• Local produce

• Textiles

• Food products

• Crafts

• Household items

• Traditional products

Guests may purchase souvenirs or personal items at their own expense.

11. 👞 NORTHERN GHANA LEATHER WORKSHOP

Visit a major leather workshop and discover how traditional leather products are produced.

Learn about the process from raw hide through to finished products, including:

• Shoes

• Sandals

• Belts

• Wallets

• Bags

• Other leather goods

Where available, guests can try their hand at making or working on a simple leather product.

This is an excellent opportunity to interact with local artisans and gain a deeper appreciation of Northern Ghana's traditional craftsmanship.

12. RETURN / DROP-OFF

After completing the day's experiences, begin your onward journey.

Depending on your travel arrangements, the tour can conclude with drop-off at:

• Accra

• Airport

• Hotel

• Agreed location

• Next adventure

Tour ends.

📦 TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES

🚐 Transportation

• ✔️ Private air-conditioned transportation

• ✔️ Transportation throughout the itinerary

• ✔️ Fuel and transportation-related costs

🐘 Wildlife & Activities

• ✔️ Mole National Park experience

• ✔️ Sunrise Jeep safari

• ✔️ Larabanga Mosque visit

• ✔️ Mognori Eco-Village experience

• ✔️ Mognori canoe safari

• ✔️ Red Clay Studio visit

• ✔️ Savannah Centre for Contemporary Art visit

• ✔️ Tamale market experience

• ✔️ Northern Ghana leather workshop visit

🏨 Accommodation

• ✔️ 2 nights accommodation

• ✔️ Bed & Breakfast

• ✔️ Air-conditioned accommodation

👨‍🏫 Tour Services

• ✔️ Driver/tour guide

• ✔️ Professional tour assistance

• ✔️ Guaranteed itinerary flexibility

💰 Fees

• ✔️ Applicable entrance fees

• ✔️ Taxes

❌ NOT INCLUDED

The following are not included in the standard package:

• ❌ Lunch

• ❌ Dinner

• ❌ Flight tickets

• ❌ Personal expenses

• ❌ Shopping and souvenirs

• ❌ Personal purchases

• ❌ Tips/gratuities

• ❌ Additional meals or beverages

• ❌ Additional activities not listed in the itinerary

• ❌ Accommodation upgrades

• ❌ Travel insurance

• ❌ Any services not specifically listed under "Package Includes"

🍽️ MEALS

Lunch and dinner are not included.

Breakfast is included as part of the bed-and-breakfast accommodation.

Guests should budget separately for lunch, dinner, snacks and additional beverages.

🏨 ACCOMMODATION

The package includes 2 nights of bed-and-breakfast accommodation.

Accommodation is provided in an air-conditioned room.

Room category or hotel upgrades can be arranged upon request, subject to availability and additional charges.

👥 BOOKING REQUIREMENT

Minimum Booking: 2 Persons

A minimum of two (2) confirmed participants is required for this tour.

Solo travellers may contact our team to enquire about joining an existing group or arranging a private experience, subject to availability and applicable pricing.

🎒 WHAT TO BRING

We recommend bringing:

• 👟 Comfortable walking shoes

• 🥾 Hiking/outdoor shoes

• 👕 Lightweight, breathable clothing

• 🧢 Hat or cap

• 🕶️ Sunglasses

• 🧴 Sunscreen

• 🦟 Insect repellent

• 💧 Personal drinking water

• 📷 Camera or smartphone

• 🎒 Small daypack

• 🔭 Binoculars for wildlife viewing

• 💵 Cash for meals, drinks, shopping and personal expenses

• 🧥 Light jacket for early mornings

• 💊 Personal medication, if required

• 🧼 Personal toiletries

• 👕 Change of clothes

For the safari

Neutral-coloured, comfortable outdoor clothing is recommended. Avoid wearing excessively bright colours where possible.

ℹ️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION — WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

• This is a 3-day / 2-night adventure involving substantial road travel between Accra and Northern Ghana.

• The itinerary may be adjusted due to weather, road conditions, attraction schedules, wildlife conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.

• Wildlife sightings at Mole National Park cannot be guaranteed.

• Animals are observed in their natural environment. Guests must follow the instructions of the safari guide.

• Do not feed, chase, touch or attempt to interact with wild animals.

• The sunrise safari requires an early morning start.

• Guests should be prepared for outdoor activities and moderate walking.

• Northern Ghana can experience high temperatures, so adequate hydration and sun protection are important.

• Guests visiting Larabanga Mosque should dress respectfully and follow local cultural guidelines.

• Photography may be restricted at certain cultural, religious or artistic locations.

• Market visits involve interaction with local vendors; personal purchases are at the guest's own expense.

• Leather workshop activities may involve tools and materials. Guests must follow the artisan's safety instructions.

• Mognori canoe activities are subject to weather and operational conditions.

• Guests are responsible for their personal belongings.

• Please follow the instructions of your tour guide throughout the experience.

• Guests should arrive at the agreed pickup point on time.

• Accommodation is subject to availability and may be substituted with a comparable option when necessary.

🚫 WHO IS NOT SUITABLE FOR THIS TOUR?

This experience may not be suitable for:

• ❌ People with significant mobility impairments

• ❌ Guests unable to manage moderate walking

• ❌ Guests who have difficulty with outdoor terrain

• ❌ Guests who are unable to participate safely in safari activities

• ❌ Guests who are uncomfortable with long-distance road travel

• ❌ Guests who may have difficulty with very early morning activities

Guests with mobility concerns or other physical limitations should contact the tour team before booking so the itinerary can be assessed for suitability.

🚫 RESPONSIBLE TOURISM & GUEST CONDUCT

To protect wildlife, communities and cultural sites, guests are expected to:

• Respect local traditions and communities

• Respect religious sites

• Follow the instructions of guides and attraction staff

• Never feed or disturb wildlife

• Maintain a safe distance from animals

• Avoid littering

• Respect photography restrictions

• Avoid touching restricted artifacts or exhibits

• Follow safety instructions during canoe and outdoor activities

• Treat local artisans and community members respectfully

DISCOVER THE WILD & CULTURAL SOUL OF NORTHERN GHANA

From the elephants of Mole National Park and the ancient architecture of Larabanga to the waterways of Mognori, contemporary art at Red Clay and SCCA, and the craftsmanship of Northern Ghana's leather artisans, this three-day journey offers far more than a safari.

Experience Northern Ghana through wildlife, culture, community, art and authentic local experiences—all in one unforgettable adventure.