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21. U Bein Bridge, Myanmar
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Kakum National Park in Ghana boasts just three canopy walkways; Canopy Walk links seven trees to offer a perfect vantage point for viewing local species. Stung forty meters above the forest floor, this amazing sequence of suspension bridges spans the thick rainforest canopy 350 meters overall. Designed with both tourism and research in mind, the walkway—built in 1995—allows guests and researchers to view the special upper canopy level habitat. Strong ropes, hardwood planks, and wire mesh—all carefully chosen to maximize safety and reduce harm on the forest environment—are used in construction. Along with many bird species, butterflies, and sometimes glimpses of some of the more elusive park residents—including forest elephants and several monkey species—visitors can see Early morning hours present the finest chances for observing wildlife as well as the possibility to see amazing sunrises across the misty canopy. Accessible to everyone with a respectable degree of physical fitness and a spirit of adventure, the walkway system is routinely maintained and inspected to guarantee visitor safety despite its height.
