This 10-day adventure and culture tour has been carefully curated to ensure you get to experience what the Ghanaian culture is all about through our many diverse tribes and regions being visited. It includes visiting Accra, markets, Aburi Gardens, Cedi Beads, Adomi Bridge, Volta River, Traditional Villages, Cape Coast castle, Posuban Shrine, Slave Cemetery, and Kakum National Park. It includes a private motorboat ride on the Volta River and a unique cultural performance.
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Overview
This 10 day adventure and culture tour has been carefully curated to ensure you get to experience what the Ghanaian culture is all about through our many diverse tribes and regions being visited. It includes a visit to Accra, markets, Aburi Gardens, Cedi Beads, Adomi Bridge, Volta River, Traditional Villages, Cape Coast castle, Posuban Shrine, Slave Cemetery, and Kakum National Park. It includes a private motorboat ride on the Volta River and a special cultural performance.
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Itinerary
- Meet your arrival at the Kotoka International Airport at a time to be determined.
- Depart from the airport in an air-conditioned vehicle to have an AKWAABA (welcome) refreshment and if time permits we would have an Accra city orientation.
- Continue to your hotel to refresh and relax for your culture and heritage tour ahead.
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- Your heritage adventure begins with an introduction to the history of Ghana’s independence with a visit to Kwame Nkrumah Monument and Independence Square.
- Continue with stops at Jamestown & Ussherfort the oldest districts in Accra, Makola Market in central Accra for a wide array of products sold, shopping and drumming lessons at Arts Center, Pan African Culture at W.E.B Du Bois Center.
- End your tour on the fashionable Oxford Street with an Accra nightlife to experience how we get it down in the capital city! Pay out of pocket for your nightlife experience.
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- Early morning depart for a full day in the Volta River area with riverside adventures and activities. Pack accordingly for the day’s activities arriving in Akosombo by 8:30 AM to meet up with your guide for the day’s adventure.
- Start with a 2km steep trail hike to Trident Peak for the other exciting activities for the day. Get your mean face on for paintballing war! Let’s take it a step further with a 4km Kayaking foray around the Island.
- Abseiling for those who are not afraid of height and safely dropping from the 100-ft Vulcan Rock. Final stop to the Adomi Bridge which is Ghana’s only steel arch bridge before arriving to enjoy your resort to refresh and relax.
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- Morning cold dip or relax on the banks of the Volta River. Depart mid-morning to the lush region of the Volta region to enjoy all the rich Ewe tribe culture on full display.
- Arrive at Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary and cultural village, traditional sacred grove conservation for fun with Mona monkeys in the tropical forest. Continue to nearby Tafi Abuife Kente Village to witness Ewe-style kente on display. You will get to experience how Kente is made and if you need some to buy; you would have different styles to choose from.
- Travel further to visit the Wli waterfalls which is the highest waterfall in West Africa. The falls are known locally as Agoomatsa waterfalls – meaning, “Allow Me to Flow.” To get there you will begin with a hike through the forest arriving at this beautiful freak of nature.
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- Morning peaceful hike through the tropical forest to Wli waterfalls. It offers a strenuous hike to the upper falls or morning swims at the lower falls before departing towards the Volta River.
- Visit Mount Afadja if you are ready for a more draining hike to West Africa’s highest peak. This hike is a rewarding one as you get to arrive at such a beautiful view and as they say in Ghana “If you can conquer Mount Afadja, then you can conquer the world”.
- Travel to a women’s pottery cooperative to view the production of African ceramic goods in Kpando located in a lush forest. Get a tour of the facility and witness the process of their distinctive ceramic goods. Arrive at the resort before dark to refresh and relax after a long day of adventure.
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- Morning relaxation or swimming on the banks of the Volta River watching fishermen as they arrive with their early catch.
- Depart to the Ashanti Kingdom with a stop at the home of authentic Ghanaian Kente, Adanwomase to witness how Kente is weaved. Extra fee to have a Naming Ceremony covered in Kente at the Chief’s palace with drumming and dancing.
- Continue for Adinkra Stamping at Ntonso village. Stamp out different types of Adinkra symbols into your textile strip which is yours after this tour so carefully choose out your style. End your day at the carving shops at Ahwiaa before arriving at your hotel in Kumasi.
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- Morning visit to the home of the Ashanti King, Manhyia Palace to witness the Ashanti Kingdom’s rich history and culture.
- Continue to one of Ghana’s best museums, National Cultural Center with a stop at the mystic Komfo Anokye sword.
- End your day with a visit to Lake Bosumtwi, Africa’s largest meteorite impact lake. Have a canoe ride with a local and also further explore the area with the horse ride option available around the lake.
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- Morning departs on a coastal journey to the historic town of Cape Coast. The first stop would be at Assin Manso Slave River, the former slave cemetery and market.
- Travel to the former slave dungeon of Cape Coast castle which holds a lot of significant history to the Diaspora. For an extra fee have a “Door of Return” ceremony to signify your return from the slave trade to the motherland.
- Have a special evening cultural performance to celebrate your presence back in the motherland. Go ahead and feel free to join in the dancing and drumming on stage as the performance goes on. Continue to your beach resort for a night contemplation of your day.
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- Morning visit Ghana’s most visited attraction, the Kakum National Park which is covered with tropical forest for a canopy walkway experience. It has one of the best birding sites in Ghana so birdwatchers do come prepared to see some birds on your list.
- Continue to the fishing village of Elmina to witness the different colorful boats on the banks of the port. Have a walking tour of this area with rich history and culture with stops at the smaller Fort San Jago and a view of the Elmina castle (pay out of pocket for a tour of the castle).
- Return to your beautiful beach resort to refresh and relax for the rest of your day by the beach.
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- Morning relax on your enticing sandy beach contemplating your tour so far. Feel free to socialize with the locals getting all the answers needed from our amazing hospitable people. Get ready as we depart back to where it all began in Accra.
- Travel to the capital city, Accra stopping at Mankessim to see one of the rare Posuban shrines left in the region that has so much importance to war in the early ages of the town.
- Continue on your coastal drive arriving before dark for any last-minute shopping in Accra to finally close your bags. Say your goodbyes to friends made in Ghana before being dropped off at the airport 2 hours before your flight time. KEEP GHANA IN YOUR HEART!
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Inclusions
- Airport Assistance
- Airport Pick-Up and Drop-Off
- Free Welcome Pack
- Meals & Soft Drinks (Mix of Western & African Meals)
- Bottled Water
- Guest Accommodations – (Hotel Upgrades and Downgrades Available)
- A Private Air-conditioned Vehicle, including Fuel
- All Entry Fees
- Licensed & Qualified Guide/Driver at your service (avoid night travel)
- Guide/Driver Meals & Accommodation
Exclusions
- Alcoholic drinks, Snacks in between Meals, Extra Meals
- Airfares to & from Ghana
- Visa
- Travel Insurance (required)
- Extra Services from Your Hotels (Pay out of pocket for any services needed)
- Gratuity or Tips for Your Tour Guide
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