Mole National Park Safari & Larabanga Mosque — 2 Day Tour

Mole National Park (pronounced "Moh-lay") is Ghana's first, largest and most prestigious protected area — a nature lover's treasure trove in the heart of the Savannah. Over two days, you'll trade the city for open bush, tracking elephants, antelope, baboons and warthogs on game drives, and letting the calls of hundreds of bird species set the soundtrack to the trip. Your first day brings a flight north to Tamale and a scenic drive into the park, arriving in time to check in and set out on an afternoon safari. An experienced guide leads the way, pointing out the antelope, baboons and elephants that call the reserve home, and sharing insight into how local communities have lived alongside this wildlife for generations. As the sun sets, settle in for dinner and an overnight stay at Mole Motel, perched above the park's own watering hole. Day two starts early with a guided walking safari and birdwatching at dawn — the best time to see the park's wildlife up close and on foot. After breakfast, the journey continues to Larabanga, home to the Larabanga Ancient Mosque — the oldest mosque in Ghana and one of the oldest in West Africa, still standing (and still in use) with its striking Sudanese mud-and-stick architecture. From there, it's the road back to Accra, with two days of stories and a few hundred photos of elephants to show for it.

Highlights

•Game drives through Mole National Park, Ghana's first and largest protected area — spot elephants, antelope and baboons in the wild
•A dawn walking safari and guided bush walk, with birdwatching at its best
•Overnight stay at Mole Motel, overlooking the park's own watering hole
•Visit the Larabanga Ancient Mosque, the oldest mosque in Ghana and one of the oldest in West Africa

Itinerary

Early morning
Day 1: Pick up
Pick up from your residence and transfer to Kotoka International Airport for your flight north.
Flight to Tamale
A short domestic flight from Accra to Tamale (about 1 hour), followed by a road transfer to Mole National Park (around 3 hours 30 minutes).
Check-in & orientation
Check in at Mole Motel, have lunch, and get an orientation briefing on the activities ahead.
Safari at Mole National Park
Set out on a safari ride through the park, spotting antelope, baboons and elephants, with an experienced guide sharing insight into the wildlife and local culture. Dinner and overnight stay at Mole Motel.
6:00 am
Day 2: Walking safari & birdwatching
An early guided walking safari and birdwatching session, followed by breakfast at 8:00 am.
9:30 am
Larabanga Ancient Mosque
Visit the Larabanga Ancient Mosque — the oldest mosque in Ghana and one of the oldest in West Africa, known for its distinctive Sudanese mud-and-stick architecture.
10:15 am
Drop off
Set off back to Accra by road (around 11 hours). Drop-off at your pick-up location for a private tour, or a central location for a group tour.

What's included

•Pick up (residence to Kotoka International Airport)
•One-way flight (Accra–Tamale)
•Air-conditioned vehicle
•One night accommodation at Mole Motel
•Tour service and guided tour
•Park entry/admission fee
•Safari package
•Breakfast
•Gratuities

Not included

•Lunch
•Dinner
•Personal expenses

What to bring

•Comfortable walking or hiking shoes
•Neutral-coloured clothing
•Insect repellent
•Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
•Light jacket for the early-morning safari
•Camera or binoculars

Getting there

Meeting point: Your residence in Accra

Pick up from your residence in Accra, a short domestic flight to Tamale (about 1 hour), then a road transfer to Mole National Park (around 3 hours 30 minutes).

Requirements

The walking safari and bush walk involve moderate walking on uneven terrain — comfortable footwear is required. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed and depend on the animals' natural movement.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure, subject to the airline's ticket conditions for the Accra–Tamale flight. This tour may be cancelled or rescheduled due to severe weather. A minimum number of travellers is required for this tour to run — if the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a full refund or the option to reschedule.

Special terms and conditions

Wildlife sightings, flight schedules and the walking safari route are not guaranteed and may vary due to weather, airline schedules, or animal movement.

Choose your date

September 2026

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Travellers

Adults

GH₵1,920.00 each (≈ $169.33)

Transportation (shared, not per person)GH₵6,000.00

TotalGH₵7,920.00≈ $698.48

Seats are held for 15 minutes at checkout.