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- Pristine lowland evergreen rainforest — One of the last intact swathes of wet evergreen forest in Ghana, with giant buttressed trees, dense understory and a real “you’re-in-the-jungle” feel. It’s wetter, greener and more closed-canopy than most trails in the country, so the atmosphere and plant life (epiphytes, ferns, lianas) feel genuinely wild and ancient.
- River valleys and rainforest streams (Nini & Suhien) — The trail threads along clear jungle streams and small waterfalls carved by the Nini and Suhien systems. Those shady, mossy river crossings and natural pools are a perfect contrast to dusty savanna hikes — great spots to rest, cool off and listen to the forest rather than the road.
- Exceptional birdlife and butterflies — Dense understory and river edges concentrate species:
- Pristine lowland evergreen rainforest — One of the last intact swathes of wet evergreen forest in Ghana, with giant buttressed trees, dense understory and a real “you’re-in-the-jungle” feel. It’s wetter, greener and more closed-canopy than most trails in the country, so the atmosphere and plant life (epiphytes, ferns, lianas) feel genuinely wild and ancient.
- River valleys and rainforest streams (Nini & Suhien) — The trail threads along clear jungle streams and small waterfalls carved by the Nini and Suhien systems. Those shady, mossy river crossings and natural pools are a perfect contrast to dusty savanna hikes — great spots to rest, cool off and listen to the forest rather than the road.
- Exceptional birdlife and butterflies — Dense understory and river edges concentrate species: turacos, sunbirds, forest-dwelling warblers and a kaleidoscope of butterflies. Birding and butterfly-watching here hits a different note than coastal or highland trails because many species are strictly rainforest specialists you won’t see elsewhere in Ghana.
- Primate activity and mammal sign — Keep your ears open for Diana monkeys, colobus and other forest monkeys; tracks and dung often point to duikers and other shy mammals. The forest is quieter and less trampled than popular parks, so sightings (or at least clear signs) feel more authentic — and your guide’s knowledge really pays off.
- Local guides, cultural links and night walks — Trails are run with nearby village guides who share medicinal-plant lore, practical trail tips and show you nocturnal life on guided night walks. That mix of local knowledge plus low visitor pressure makes Ankasa feel like a real exploration rather than a scenic shortcut.
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Hi, I’m Johan (Netherlands 🇳🇱), the creator of TakeYourBackpack. Over the past decade, I’ve backpacked through 80+ countries across six continents, gaining extensive experience with independent travel, long-term trips, and overland routes.