See the best of Ghana in 12 days. Visit the cultural sites in Accra; enjoy nature at Aburi Botanical Gardens, Volta Lake and at the Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary. Take a safari through the Mole National Park and get a bird's eye view at the Kakum National Park from the canopy walkway. Visit Kumasi, the capital of the ancient Ashanti Kingdom and see the infamous slave castles in Cape Coast.
PLEASE NOTE: A minimum of 2 travelers is required for this tour to operate.
Solo travelers are welcome to book; however, if no other traveler joins the same departure, the tour will not run.
In such cases, you may choose to transfer to another date or receive a full refund.
Please wait for confirmation of the tour before booking your flights.
Upon arrival at the Accra International Airport, proceed through immigration, claim your luggage, clear customs, exit, and meet our expert cultural tour guide. You will be transferred in a very comfortable vehicle to your hotel in Accra. Upon arrival at the hotel and after check-in, your guide, who will be with you throughout your stay in Ghana, will brief you on the exciting activities that await.
Overnight at Pelican Hotel
Начальная точка
Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana
08:00 - 10:00
After a leisurely breakfast, we step out for an introductory tour of Accra, a bustling city blending modern and colonial architecture and coming alive with the daily activities of local people. We will visit the newly renovated Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park for the first President of Ghana, Dr. Osagyefo Kwame Nkrumah. The 5.4-acre facility was built in 1992 to honor, promote, and preserve the legacies of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. The museum has, on display, objects from various stages of Nkrumah’s life. Adjoining the memorial park is the Accra Arts & Crafts Centre. How about trying out your bargaining skills at the largest art and craft market in Accra while you shop for locally produced unique traditional handicrafts such as woven Kente cloths, sculptures, carvings, leather bags, jewelry, beads, African attire, and woven baskets?
You will admire the art galleries and a range of other traditional items that depict Ghana’s culture and heritage, as well as crafts from other neighboring countries. Enjoy a guided tour at Independence Square, where Ghana hosts most of its state ceremonies. End the day with a visit to The W.E.B. Du Bois Center, which honors the life of the well-known Pan-Africanist who decided to reside and work in Ghana. There is an opportunity for nightlife.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at Pelican Hotel
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before checking out. Transfer to Kotoka Domestic Airport for a 1-hour flight to Tamale, the capital of Ghana's Northern Region. Upon arrival in Tamale, which is known for its vibrant culture and iconic mosques, including the impressive Central Mosque, you will gain insights into the region's rich traditions and architectural heritage. You will visit the Savannah Centre for Contemporary Art (SCCA-Tamale), an artist-run initiative founded by Ghanaian international artist Ibrahim Mahama. This dynamic space serves as an exhibition hub, research center, and cultural repository, fostering dialogue around 20th and 21st-century art and culture. Engage with its innovative programming and explore its role in shaping Ghana’s contemporary art scene.
Transfer to the hotel for check-in. Enjoy a relaxing dinner and unwind for the night.
Hotel: Jeyads Lodge
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, we will begin our journey to Bolgatanga, making a stop en route at Tongo. Here, you will visit the chief’s palace and receive a traditional welcome. Our next stop will be Paga, where you will have the unique opportunity to ride a crocodile. These crocodiles are considered sacred and live peacefully in the village.
We will then drive approximately 3 km west of Paga to visit Pikworo Village, a former slave collection outpost used by Ghanaian traders. With the guidance of a knowledgeable local, you will explore the open fields, the slave traders’ watchtower, the mass grave cemetery, and the punishment stone where slaves were once chained under the scorching sun.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at Jeyads Lodge
After breakfast, we will check out and drive to Mole National Park, stopping briefly to visit two remarkable landmarks: the ancient Larabanga Mosque, built in the Sudanese architectural style, and the enigmatic Mystic Stone. The Larabanga Mosque, the oldest in Ghana and West Africa, is often referred to as the “Mecca of West Africa.”
Upon arrival at Mole National Park, we will transfer to our hotel, check in, and enjoy a delicious dinner before relaxing for the night.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at Zaina Lodge
Start your day with an unforgettable early morning safari in Mole National Park, a wildlife haven like no other. This once-in-a-lifetime safari drive offers a chance to explore one of Ghana's premier destinations for birding, home to over 200 bird species, as well as vibrant butterflies and impressive reptiles. Accompanied by a skilled and knowledgeable safari guide, you’ll witness the wonders of African wildlife, including sightings of the gentle African bush elephant, African buffalo, olive baboon, hyena, red-flanked duiker, roan antelope, warthog, vervet monkeys, hartebeest, and the graceful bushbuck.
Return to the lodge for breakfast after your thrilling safari adventure. After lunch, we will head to Mognori Eco-Village, located just 15 km from Mole. Enjoy a community walk through the village, where you may experience a traditional cultural performance. Next, embark on a peaceful canoe safari along the Mole River, offering a unique perspective of the natural surroundings.
Conclude your visit with a hands-on learning experience about Shea nut harvesting and the traditional process of making organic Shea butter, a vital industry that provides jobs for the women in the community. The rest of the day will be spent at your leisure.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at Zaina Lodge
After breakfast, we will check out and begin our journey south, passing through the scenic savannah villages of Northern Ghana. Upon arrival in Kumasi, we will visit the Manhyia Palace, the official residence of Ashanti Kings (Asantehene) until 1974, now a museum housing treasured items related to the Ashanti Kingdom. After these activities, we will check into our hotel and retire for the night.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at Lancaster Kumasi Hotel
After breakfast, you will visit the craft villages in the lush countryside surrounding Kumasi. Our first stop will be Adawomase, where we’ll observe how the famous Kente cloth is handmade on looms in a time-honored tradition passed down through generations. Explore the various Kente styles and take the opportunity to make purchases. Next, we will visit the village of Ntonso, where artisans hand-stamp patterns on cotton cloth to create Adinkra textiles. Black-on-black and black-on-red Adinkra cloth are traditionally worn for funerals and other solemn occasions. Learn how the black dye is made from the bark of trees and create your own Adinkra sash to take home. You may also purchase larger pieces of Adinkra cloth handmade in the village. Return to the hotel, enjoy dinner, and retire for the night.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at Lancaster Kumasi
Following breakfast, we checked out and headed to the Okomfo Anokye Sword site, an important symbol of Ashanti unity that marks the spot where the Golden Stool “descended from the sky” and has been in place for 300 years. Legend says the Ashanti Kingdom would collapse should the sword ever be removed.
After the tour, we will head to Cape Coast. Before our arrival, we will make a stop at Assin Manso Slave River, the burial site of two former slaves from the U.S. and Jamaica whose remains were re-interred in August 1998 during Ghana’s first Emancipation Day celebration. You will see the “Slave River,” where captured Africans were washed before being confined in the Slave Castles to await shipment to the Americas and the Caribbean.
After the tour, we will make our way to Cape Coast where we will check-in to our hotel, enjoy dinner, and retire for the day.
Meals include: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at Coconut Groove Resort
After breakfast, depart for Cape Coast and visit the historic Cape Coast Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Ghana’s most significant landmarks. Explore its powerful exhibits, dungeons, and the infamous “Door of No Return,” gaining insight into Ghana’s history and the transatlantic slave trade.
After the tour, return to the hotel. For those seeking adventure, an optional visit to Kakum National Park can be arranged to experience its lush rainforest and the famous canopy walkway, offering spectacular views above the forest canopy.
Meals include: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at Coconut Grove Beach Resort
After breakfast, check out and return to Accra, where you will check in to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. For those wishing to explore further, a variety of optional experiences are available, including shopping for unique crafts and fashion, visiting renowned art galleries, participating in traditional drumming and dancing sessions at a cost, learning to prepare authentic Ghanaian cuisine at a cost, or creating your own batik and Adinkra-inspired artwork at a cost. These immersive activities offer a deeper connection to Ghana’s rich culture, creativity, and traditions. Dinner is at your hotel.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at Pelican Hotel
Today is at your leisure, but with the assistance of your driver and guide, you can decide on your excursions and activities. Explore the sites in Accra and the surrounding areas that you have not yet visited. Later, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight home..
Meals Included: Breakfast
Конечная точка
Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana
18:00 - 23:00
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4-star aparthotel - Days 1&2
3-star lodge - Day 3&4
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