Highlights of Ghana with Kakum Rain Forest

Begin your Ghanaian journey in Accra with time to unwind and soak in the city’s rhythm.
Walk the canopy of Kakum Rainforest and explore Cape Coast Castle’s moving legacy of the slave trade.
Visit Elmina Castle and meet local fishermen and fishmongers keeping centuries-old traditions alive.
Discover the Ashanti capital of Kumasi, from royal palaces and markets to the sacred Besease Shrine.
Take part in a heartfelt naming ceremony in Torgorme Village before bidding farewell to vibrant Ghana.

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55 Years of Expertise in Tailor-Made Travel

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55 Years of Expertise in Tailor-Made Travel

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Trip Features

Iconic Landmarks

Features renowned sites that capture the essence of each destination.

Wildlife Encounters

Offers chances to observe animals responsibly in their natural habitats.

Private Guided Experiences

Explore in the company of expert private guides.

Arts & Culture

Showcasing local cultural traditions and artistic masterworks.

Iconic Landmarks

Features renowned sites that capture the essence of each destination.

Wildlife Encounters

Offers chances to observe animals responsibly in their natural habitats.

Private Guided Experiences

Explore in the company of expert private guides.

Arts & Culture

Showcasing local cultural traditions and artistic masterworks.

Trip Itinerary

At a Glance

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Arrive in Accra

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Pottery Class and Traditional African Market

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Living Heritage Ceremony (Torgorme Village)

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Accra - Assin Manso Slave River - Cape Coast

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Global Mamas (Culinary Experience & Batik Making)

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Cape Coast Castle

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Depart from Accra

Travel Itinerary

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Detailed Itinerary

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Arrive in Accra

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Arrive Accra

Arrive in Accra where you will be met by Goway's local representative and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

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Dinner

Your Accommodation

Lancaster Accra Hotel

Welcome to Lancaster Accra! Lancaster Accra is a 4-Star Superior First Class hotel with a lovely ambiance and delightfully landscaped in style over spacious grounds with lush vegetation. The hotel has 238 rooms and offers diverse room types (Standard room, superior room, junior suite, premier suite, Executive Suite, 1 bedroom chalet, and 2 bedroom chalet for both business and leisure travelers. We are easily accessible with only 5 minutes (2km) drive from the Kotoka International Airport and 10 minutes' drive to the city center. The hotel offers a free airport shuttle service for the convenience of guests. From our amazing Food & Beverage dining experiences to our Outside Catering services we have the special touch that makes any event truly memorable.

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Pottery Class and Traditional African Market

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Pottery Class and Traditional African Market

After breakfast, you will have the opportunity to dive into the art of pottery with our Traditional Pottery Making Class. Led by skilled artisans, this hands-on workshop introduces you to the ancient craft of shaping clay into beautiful, functional pieces. You will also get to paint your creations afterward, adding your own colourful touch to your masterpiece. End the day's tour at the Arts Center, where participants can sharpen their bargaining skills to shop for goods from Ghana and West Africa in an open-air market. On display, you will see fabrics of different materials, designs, colours and textures to purchase from. This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner with your fellow travellers.

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Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Lancaster Accra Hotel

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Living Heritage Ceremony (Torgorme Village)

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Living Heritage Ceremony (Torgorme Village)

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before departing Accra to a beautiful village located on the lower course of the splendid Volta River. You will pay a courtesy call on the chief and elders amidst traditional drumming and dancing by the villagers. The group will participate in a naming ceremony of recognition, where a Ghanaian name is given to participants, and a gift presented as part of celebrating a new identity as a Ghanaian and a member of the local community. After a stop for lunch (on own account), return to Accra. Upon your return, embark on a sightseeing tour of Accra, Ghana's vibrant capital, exploring its key administrative, historical, and commercial districts. Visit the National Museum of Ghana, the country's largest and oldest museum, which showcases Ghana's rich cultural heritage and history. Continue to the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, where you will learn about the life and legacy of Ghana's first President through visits to his mausoleum, museum, former residence, and the Eternal Flame of African Liberation.

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Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Lancaster Accra Hotel

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Accra - Assin Manso Slave River - Cape Coast

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Accra - Assin Manso Slave River - Cape Coast

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and depart to Elmina. Enroute, take a detour and visit the former slave in Assin Manso. Visit the site of "Donkor Nsuo", the former Slave River and market, as well as the final transit point for a large number of enslaved Africans. This is the final resting place for two ancestors whose mortal remains were returned from the USA and Jamaica and re-interred there. Afterwards, continue to Elmina and check into your hotel on arrival.

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Breakfast

Your Accommodation

AnoMansa Beach Resort

Discover a new destination on Ghana’s breathtaking Central Coast - where every sunrise welcomes serenity, and every stay is wrapped in luxury and legacy. Nestled along the historic shoreline of Elmina, just minutes from Elmina Castle and Cape Coast, this boutique beachfront resort is designed for travelers who crave cultural depth, authentic hospitality, and moments of true rejuvenation.

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Global Mamas (Culinary Experience & Batik Making)

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Global Mamas (Culinary Experience & Batik Making)

After another delicious breakfast, discover the art and beauty of African batik and get a glimpse into the life of a local artisan as you work side-by-side during this four-hour class. You'll join a Global Mamas' batiker in her workshop to learn the traditional techniques of batik production using wax and dye to create colorful patterns - to make your own one-of-a-kind fabric. Afterwards, take your two yards of handiwork home to sew into a finish product that will always have a special place in your home or wardrobe. Afterwards, explore the fragrant and exotic flavours of West African cuisine in Auntie Esi's kitchen. Esi will introduce you to an array of new tastes and flavours as you learn how to create authentic Ghanaian dishes. Using African cooking techniques, during this workshop you will create traditional dishes like jollof and chicken or fish. After learning the recipes, you will enjoy eating the feast you've helped to prepare.

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Breakfast, Lunch

Your Accommodation

AnoMansa Beach Resort

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Cape Coast Castle

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Cape Coast Castle

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and begin your journey back to Accra. En route, stop at the historic Cape Coast Castle for a guided tour of one of West Africa's most significant landmarks. As you explore the castle's courtyards, dungeons, and passageways, gain a deeper understanding of the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade and its enduring impact on Africa and the African diaspora. Learn about the complex relationship between European slave traders and local African kingdoms that contributed to this tragic chapter in history. Standing within the dark and cramped dungeons offers a powerful and moving opportunity to reflect on the experiences endured by millions of Africans before their forced journey across the Atlantic. The castle also houses the West African Historical Museum, which provides further insight into the region's history and cultural heritage. Following the tour, continue your drive to Accra. Enjoy a farewell dinner this evening on your last night in Ghana as you reflect on your experience with your fellow travellers.

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Dinner, Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Lancaster Accra Hotel

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Depart from Accra

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Departure

Delight in your final breakfast of the trip before you check out of your hotel and enjoy some leisure time until transfer to the airport for your onward flight home.

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Breakfast

What to Expect

Explore what moves you.

Accra, on the Gulf of Guinea

Spectacular Ghana coast

Kakum National Park

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Conditions

Daily max temperatureMonthly rainfall

AccraPartly Cloudy

31°C / 87°F

30mm / 1.2"

Weather data is based on monthly averages.

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Gina Dorey

Destination Specialist

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There are two rain seasons in Ghana. The heaviest rain in the south is from April until June, and a lighter rain possible during September and October. In the north, the rain season is continuous, giving rain from April until October

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Yolanda Smidt

Destination Specialist

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Globetrotters might not know that one of Ghana's traditions is to name their children based on the day of the week they were born. This custom, where each day of the week has specific male and female names, is still widely practiced. Clients can actually do a naming ceremony in Ghana where they get a name based on the day they were born and an Ghanaians name based on what the chief decides on the day he meets you

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