Ankasa Conservation Area

Ankasa Conservation Area is a protected forest zone in western Ghana that protects tropical rainforest habitat with flowing rivers and natural waterfalls. The landscape consists of dense canopy, multiple vegetation layers, and water features carved through the forest floor.

The western part of the area was used for timber logging until 1976, when the entire zone received protected status. This transition marked the shift from extraction to preservation and shaped what visitors see today.

Local communities view the forest as home to chimpanzees and forest elephants that have lived here for generations and carry meaning in their traditions. Today, visitors encounter these animals and hear them moving through the canopy as part of their experience.

The site offers basic shelter structures, toilet facilities, and fresh water for visitors staying overnight. Speaking with staff on arrival helps you understand trail conditions and where different habitats are located.

Within the conservation area lies the Bamboo Cathedral near Nkwanta, where giant bamboo plants naturally form a vaulted dome overhead. This formation creates an unusual and memorable passage through the forest that many visitors miss.

Location: Western Region

Part of: Africa, Nini Suhien National Park

GPS coordinates: 5.28333,-2.65000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:58