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The closest environmentally friendly hiking spot in Accra is Shai Hills Reserve, and it's the great for nature lovers. Rock climbing, nature walks, game viewing, and bird watching are popular pastimes. Those who are unable to walk or hike long distances can choose to rent a car and drive through the safari area.
Ostriches, antelopes, bats, birds (like the green turaco, violet turaco, Paradise Flycatcher, red-billed horn-bill, yellow-fronted tinker bird, and red-necked buzzard), baboons, cats, duiker, guinea fowls, kobs, green monkeys, monitor lizards, and zebras are just a few of the nearly dozens of primary animal species that exist. Let's Make It Happen
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Shai Hills Resource Reserve
The closest environmentally friendly hiking spot in Accra is Shai Hills Reserve, and it's the greatest for nature lovers. Rock climbing, nature walks, game viewing, and bird watching are popular pastimes. Those who are unable to walk or hike long distances can choose to rent a car and drive through the safari area. Ostriches, antelopes, bats, birds (like the green turaco, violet turaco, Paradise Flycatcher, red-billed horn-bill, yellow-fronted tinker-bird, and red-necked buzzard), baboons, cats, duiker, guinea fowls, cobs, green monkeys, monitor lizards, and zebras are just a few of the nearly dozens of primary animal species that exist. Let's Make it Happen!
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44 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
stephenpI4138KO,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Visited Shai Hills with BOA travels. Our guide was Zaid. He was calm, friendly and attentive. He was also a skilled driver. The 1/2 day was well-structured. The main animal attraction was the antelopes. There were also some imported Zebras and Ostriches within an enclosure. The short hike to the top of the hills was not taxing and yielded a beautiful view across the reserve. Zaid and our local guide, a delightful young lady whose name I have forgotten were also great company. This was a short trip that took us to a peaceful Oasis just North East of Accra that I would highly recommend.


regines847,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Touring Shai Hills Forest Reserve with Enoch and his team at Best of Africa Travels was simply unforgettable. From the moment we arrived, their professionalism and warmth made us feel at ease. Enoch guided us through the reserve with deep knowledge of its wildlife, history, and cultural significance, turning every stop into a learning experience. We enjoyed breathtaking views from the rocky hils, spotted baboons, ostriches, zebras, antelopes and vibrant bird species, and explored fascinating caves that added a sense of mystery. The team’s attention to detail and genuine passion for showcasing Ghana’s natural beauty made the trip both enriching and enjoyable. I highly recommend
324keziar,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Visiting the Shai Hills Forest Reserve in Ghana was a truly beautiful nature experience. Just an hour’s drive from Accra, the reserve felt like stepping into another world. The landscape was a striking mix of savannah grassland, rocky hills, and patches of forest, each offering its own charm. As I walked along the trails, the air was fresh and filled with birdsong, creating a peaceful rhythm that made me slow down and simply take it all in. seeing the baboons, antelopes, zebras, ostriches in their natural habitants was refreshing and beautiful, I got to learn the history and culture about the Shai people who migrated from Nigeria to the present-day Ghana. Thanks to Enoch and Xade my tour guide driver for making this tour a memorable one, I highly recommend Enoch and his team at Best of Africa Travels for all your tour and excursion in Ghana
H8584QWsarav,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
i had such an amazing time at Shai Hills Forest Reserve with Enoch and his team at Best of Africa Travels! The trip was super smooth, the guides were fun and knowledgeable, and I loved seeing the baboons, antelopes, and caves up close. Everything felt well‑organized and safe, and the scenery was just breathtaking. Highly recommend them if you want a memorable adventure in Ghana!
lucassJ5055AG,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Very cool tour, very nice guide, would definitely recommend!!! 100/100 Saw a lot of animals and the guide provided some really useful and interesting background information
Quest60001743932,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
A lovely place filled with some of Ghanas best animals & knowledge of the animals . If you want to get first hand experience of the animals this is for you, book now with me and let’s make an unforgettable memory.



Navigate694323,Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Outside Accra, the slopes and mountains are a welcome nature view. The entrance fees are really off the pot and then do a walk of 500 meters to view.two ostriches and 12 zebras (captivity and import). The baboons sit there in their natural habitat. The museum.is little. Noisy quad bikes crisscross the park with tourists coming to disturb the peace of the animals. Unworthy of a natural park.


twanal2022,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Shai Hills Preserve is beautiful. Seeing the animals in their habitat and climbing the rock face was a wonderful experience. It is a must see for anyone visiting Ghana.



472leonardw,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Brilliant trip! Superb service from Tobias and Enoch, who both showed great knowledge of the Shai Hills and really looked after us on the day. We saw zebra, ostrich, baboons and antelope. The. hike in the Shai hills took us to a breathtaking view. Would thoroughly recommend,
cynthiaaJ4377ZL,Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
So first of all, Zaid & Hamza did a really great job and also the tour guide at shai hills went all over the place to get us the best experience. We felt very welcome and safe all the time. Thank you a lot! It was very private since we went on a weekday. Sadly, we didn’t see as many animals as expected, so there were a few baboons near the street and some Antilopes, Zebras & Oestrichs but in cavage. I also would have wanted to walk a bit more because the experience went really fast in the car. After all, it was a lovely trip and they did everything nice, but regarding the little view of animals and also like the environment we saw, it was a bit pricey but I thinks it’s because of the long drive from Accra (I think it was a 5hour trip and we spent like 2,5 hours in the car, driving to and from Shai Hills).
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