3-Day Mole National Park Safari with Mognori Village and Larabanga

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the rich wildlife of Mole National Park
• 02 Interact with the locals of Mognori Eco Village
• 03 Pay respects at Larabanga Mosque, the oldest mosque in Ghana
• 04 Try making your own shea butter at Mognori Eco Village

Explore the beautiful savannah of Larabanga, home to Mole National Park, on this adventurous safari. Look out for incredible wildlife, including elephants, hippos, zebras, and more, then connect with local life at Mognori Eco Village, where you can interact with the community and try making your own shea butter. The journey also includes a visit to Larabanga Mosque, the oldest mosque in Ghana. Your itinerary is carefully curated and can be customized to fit your needs and preferences.

Look out for incredible wildlife, including elephants, hippos, zebras, and more, then connect with local life at Mognori Eco Village, where you can interact with the community and try making your own shea butter.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Accra, Tamale, Mole National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Flight to Tamale and Safari Trek in Mole

• Early in the morning, depart for the airport for your flight to Tamale in the Northern Region of Ghana.
• Upon arrival, continue on a scenic drive to Mole.
• Later in the afternoon, participate in a safari trek through the park to glimpse the game before night settles.

2

Day 02

Mognori Eco Village Visit and Afternoon Safari

• Devote this day to visiting Mognori Eco Village, located 15 km from the main entrance of Mole National Park and the closest community living near the park.
• Embark on a cultural tour of the village for a unique insight into the lives of people living in close proximity to nature while maintaining their rich cultural heritage.
• The tour offers the opportunity to see how the villagers organize their households, process shea butter, and prepare their staple foods.
• Sit back and watch, observe, or actively take part in the cultural performance conducted by the dance ensemble.
• Return to Mole National Park for an afternoon safari trek to view the rest of West Africa's big game that you may not have seen earlier.

3

Day 03

Larabanga Mosque Visit and Return to Accra

• After breakfast, check out of your hotel and depart for a visit to Larabanga Mosque.
• Larabanga Mosque is the oldest in Ghana, and possibly in West Africa. It has survived for centuries despite inclement weather and poor reconstruction projects.
• After your tour, depart for Tamale for your final departure back to Accra.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Private transportation
• All admission fees
• Airport transfer
• Airfare to Tamale
• 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner

What's Not Included

• International flights
• All airport departure taxes (international departure taxes to be paid in USD)
• Excess baggage charges
• Passport and visa fees
• Meals not specified in this itinerary
• En route meals, hotels, transportation, and other arrangements
• All drinks except bottled water or soda with meals
• Personal items such as laundry, email, fax, telephone, souvenirs, etc.
• Gratuities for tour and site guides and drivers
• Trip cancellation, travel delay, and baggage insurance (this optional coverage is highly recommended and can be purchased through your local insurance company)
• Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond Land Tours Ghana, such as delayed or cancelled flights

What to bring

• Light and airy clothing
• Comfortable shoes
• Insect repellent

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Accra, Ghana

Tour start

Tamale, Ghana

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.