Shai Hills Safari - Hike & See Animals

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Overview

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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

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

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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!

3 hours • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Bottled water

WiFi on board

Air-conditioned vehicle

Breakfast

Lunch

Alcoholic Beverages

Pickup points

Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City

66 Gamel Abdul Nasser Ave, The Galleria Accra Accra Ghana

Kotoka Airport

Accra Ghana

Royal Dede Caesar Hotel

Main Weija to Kasoa Road, Kaneshie Accra Ghana

Movenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra

Independence Avenue, Accra Financial Centre Accra Ghana

African Village

Old Barrier, Greater Accra Accra Ghana

Accra City Hotel

Barnes Road Accra Ghana

Good Night Hotel - SCC

Francopat Avenue, SCC Accra Ghana

Central Hotel Ridge

5 Julius Nyerere Road, Behind British High Commission Accra Ghana

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Shai Hills Safari - Hike & See Animals

Pickup included

Reviews

4.81

37 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • See how far animals and civilization has come

    Quest60001743932,,Dec 20, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    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.

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  • Sad outing

    Navigate694323,,Dec 1, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    1.00

    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.

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  • Happy in Ghana

    twanal2022,,Nov 12, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    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.

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  • Brilliant trip!

    472leonardw,,Nov 9, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    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,

  • Great trip with nice guides but long drive

    cynthiaaJ4377ZL,,Sep 13, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    4.00

    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).

  • Peaceful Escape with my Partner

    Mobile10166065289,,Sep 12, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    My partner and I recently visited Shai Hills Forest Reserve, this is my first time in Ghana as half Ghanaian born and raised in Germany, the trip was such a refreshing experience. From me the moment we arrived we were surrounded by natures beauty. We enjoyed a guided hike through the trails spotting all those baboons antelopes, zebra, ostriches and other animal skins at the museum. The climb up the hills gave us a beautiful view of the landscape. It’s was the perfect mixture of relaxation, exploration and getting in tune with nature, spending time together in such a serene environment made the tour even more enjoyable. If you are looking for a quiet getaway not too far from Accra shai hills is worth the trip

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  • Exciting day at Shai Hills Reserve

    Climber03162779380,,Sep 10, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Exploring shai hills was a blast, hiked the rocky trails of Mogo hills, spotted baboons,zebras, ostriches and antelopes, climbed the ancient caves once home to the shai people. The scenery on top of Mogo hills were breathtaking. A perfect mix of nature, history and adventure just an hour from Accra. Book best of Africa travels, Enoch and his team will take care of you.

  • Solo visit to Shai Hills

    AlexH0lmes,,Sep 1, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    It was great to get out of the urban jungle of Accra and out into the grassy hills. Zaid and Hazma were both super friendly and I was made to feel welcome from the start. Shai Hills were lovely; peaceful as you would expect. We climbed a small but culturally important hill to look out over savannah views, always keeping a glimpse out for the elusive reedbuck, before moving on to see the ostrich and zebra (behind fences) and the baboons and monkeys. The museum was very interesting. I’d recommend this tour if you want to do something slightly different that includes a tiny bit of exertion (the hill), is ecologically sound and also includes a bit of history. I’d recommend this tour company as everything was clearly communicated, pick up was super prompt and the guide and driver managed to be both professional and friendly. Thank you both Zaid and Hazma for a great day.

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  • Wholesome experience in nature

    louisak608,,Aug 6, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    I had a lovely time watching all the animals in the park and it was very fun climbing the rocks of Shai Hills. It was a great day!

  • Shai Hills visit

    andreahY3850ML,,Jul 30, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    We had a great visit to Shai Hills with Enoch and our driver. They picked us up on time from our hotel and gave us lots of local facts on our journey. It was great to see all the baboons wandering about freely from the moment you get close to the reserve. Our guide Foli was really helpful and knowledgeable on the nature and history of Shai Hills. If like me you are looking at the a pictures beforehand and worrying about the rope climb. It really isn't that physically challenging so don't let that put you off! The guides and Enoch will get you through it and the view is 100% worth it. Taking our photo with the flag was a lovely extra touch.

From US$130.00

4.81
(37 reviews)