The 9 Best Shai Hills Tours from Accra

1.Shai Hills Safari – Hike & See Animals

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $130Our pick

Meet at Accra Mall at 9:00 a.m. for an air-conditioned ride to Shai Hills Reserve. Your guide leads a light hike and game drive, with chances to see baboons, zebras, ostriches, antelope, birds, and more. Guide Enoch has earned praise for his history knowledge and careful planning.

“Shai hills has such beautiful scenery. This a perfect tour for a quick half day experience. Guide and park guide were fantastic as they made sure to take lots of good photos while on my solo trip. The mini hike was light and fun and got the Read more”

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2.Accra Safari at Shai Hills and Boat Cruise + Cedis Beads

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $250

Spend 7 to 10 hours with Kwame Tours visiting Shai Hills Resource Reserve, Cedi Beads, Atimpoku, and Lake Volta. Expect wildlife viewing, a lakeside lunch, a private air-conditioned vehicle, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a boat ride with safety equipment included.

“The boat cruise along the coast of Accra was a delightful way to unwind and enjoy the sea breeze. The vessel was comfortable, and the crew was friendly and professional. The cruise offered stunning views of the coastline, with opportuRead more”

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3.Discover Nature at Shai Hills

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 13 reviews · from $140

Travel privately from Accra to Shai Hills Resource Reserve in an air-conditioned vehicle. Your guide looks for baboons, monkeys, antelope, and other wildlife, then takes you to Mogo Cultural Site for wide Coastal Savannah views. Guide Edna has been praised for her friendly, considerate service.

“A great walk in the Ghanaian savanna. The closest place to Accra, which is ideal for a day trip. Visiting the museum of the reserve where you can see and touch different skin and skulls of animals. Perfect place to see baboons and green monkeys, zebras and ostrich (inside fens). Unfortunately there were not antelopes in our day. Edna is very friendly and considerate person. Thank you!”

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4.Shai Hills and Volta River Cruise Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 11 reviews · 10 hours · from $200

Join guide Davis and driver Maxwell for a 10-hour outing from Accra Mall to Shai Hills and the Volta River. Expect wildlife viewing, optional rock climbing, a gentle boat cruise, snacks, water, and lunch with local and continental dishes.

“It was a great day with an excellent informative local guide at Shai Hills Reserve and beautiful sceneries. The river cruise was lovely and fun. Great tilapia served at the restaurant. Tour guide Davis and driver Maxwell were professional and were absolutely on time with the pick up.”

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5.Boat Cruise and Shai Hills Forest Reserve

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $220

Leave Accra at 7 a.m. for wildlife and caves at Shai Hills, then relax at Royal Senchi Resort with lunch, a Volta Lake cruise, and a walk across Adomi Bridge. Private air-conditioned transport, WiFi, snacks, water, and admission fees are included.

“Mannau, Picked us on-time. We arrived to Shai Reserve and took the hiking tour, followed by lunch at the Senchi Resort and the Boat cruise which was so relaxing.”

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6.Shai Hills, Caves & Boat Full-Day Eco-Friendly Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 6 hours · from $188

Travel from Accra by 4x4 to Shai Hills Resource Reserve for wildlife viewing and hilltop walks, then cruise Volta Lake and see Ghana’s main hydro-electric plant. English-speaking guides, entrance fees, hotel pickup, lunch, and refreshments are included. A minimum of two people is required.

“We had a very enjoyable day with Emanuel . He picked us up on time and the journey to the Shai Hills was very comfortable . My friend and I were the only two on this event . Our guide at the Reservation Park was very knowledgeable and he was very happy to take Photos for us . The views from the top of the Hill was worth the climb. We had a very good experience. The man made lake was beautiful. The boat ride was shorter than expected . The lunch was delicious. We both enjoyed it very much .”

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7.Discover Nature at Shai Hills – Adventure Full Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · 8 hours · from $164

Travel from Coconut Beach to Shai Hills with an English-speaking guide and driver. You’ll ride through the reserve, look for baboons, zebras, antelopes, ostriches, and birds, then visit caves and climb rocks for broad views across the plains. Snacks, drinks, entrance tickets, and transport are included.

“Nice one-day trip with friendly tour guides and driver. The snacks and water they offered were abundant as well.”

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8.Private Tour of Shai Hills Reserve, Volta River & a Bead Factory.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $180

Travel privately from Accra to Shai Hills for antelope, baboons, ostriches, and zebras, then see the Volta River near Akosombo and visit a Krobo bead factory. Your guide handles the driving and local context, with pickup, transport, and admission included.

“We greatly enjoyed the adventure. The tour guide was great. Very knowledgeable. We learned a lot about the culture and history as well as just having fun throughout the day.”

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9.Shai Hills Half Day Accra Safari, Hike & see Animals

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $120Best value

Join Kwame Tours for a private half-day trip from Accra to Shai Hills Resource Reserve. Expect game viewing, bird-watching, hiking or vehicle routes, bat caves, rock scrambling, and wide views over the Accra plains. Guide Kwame can adjust the outing to your pace.

“Being able see the animals, explore the museum and the tour guide, Kwame was great and very patient.”

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