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Explore Accra and Cape Coast in two days with a knowledgeable local guide. Discover Ghana’s culture, history, and heritage through carefully selected sites and engaging storytelling.

Participate in a traditional naming ceremony to immerse yourself in Ghanaian culture. This experience is significant for individuals from the African American and Caribbean diasporas, as it offers a chance to connect with their heritage and ancestors in a rural Ghanaian village or a community in Accra. You will receive your birth identity rituals by discovering the day you were born, referred to as your "Soul Name," along with a local name from the community, with a meaning. The event will be accompanied by traditional drumming and dancing. As part of the ceremony, you will receive a gift from the community, which may include beads or a Ghana Kente Stole with Welcome to Ghana written and designed on it. And a certificate of recognition The ceremony will be conducted by a respected elder known for their strong moral standing within the community. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of and build connections with a community in Ghana. Welcome back to your roots!..

Accra Textiles and Fashion Tour Delve into the vibrant world of African fashion with our Accra Textiles and Fashion Tour. Whether you're a connoisseur of African prints or simply admire their bright and bold designs, this tour offers a deeper understanding of African textiles. Discover the Dutch origins of African wax print textiles and explore how these prints have been used to express culture in various forms. Uncover the hidden meanings behind popular prints, which convey themes such as unity, polygamy, education, politics, and other contemporary issues. During the tour, you’ll have the opportunity to visit fabric vendors and purchase unique fabrics. Additionally, you can choose to have a shirt or dress made (sewing costs are not included).

Discover the history and rich cultural heritage of Accra on this full-day private tour. Explore historic monuments, bustling markets, and artistic treasures while learning about the city’s fascinating history. Highlights include Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, honoring Ghana’s first President, bustling Makola Market, Independence Square, and the W.E.B. Du Bois Center.

Discover the best of Accra in just a few hours when you book this sightseeing tour of the Ghanian capital. With a private guide, visit the city’s top highlights including the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park. W.E.B. DuBois Center, Independence Square, and the Accra Museum. While you explore, your guide provides context about the country’s rich history, the freedom fighters, and the Pan-African movement.

Gain a comprehensive overview of West African history and culture on this multi-day tour that passes through Nigeria, Ghana, Togo, and Benin. Benefit from the personalized service and flexible schedule of a private tour and avoid hidden costs with entrance fees and meals included as per itinerary. Plus, round-trip transfer from Lagos ensures a smooth and seamless trip.

Travel far off the beaten tourist track on a tour to the village of Torgome in the Lower Volta, roughly two hours away from the busy capital of Accra. See what everyday life is like in Ghana’s more remote corners by touring the village, meeting with the village elders, and watching or participating in a traditional drum and dance ceremony. This tour also includes a stop at the Shai Hills Nature Reserve for a chance to learn about the region’s rich wildlife.

This private tour provides more than just sightseeing opportunities. Along the way, the guide explains more about Cape Coast’s past—including the history of slavery and the impact it has had on local communities. The tour showcases a variety of natural and manmade structures including Kakum National Park and its popular Canopy Walkway, Elmina Castle, and Cape Coast Castle.

Discover the sights of Ghana’s capital as you embark on a full-day sightseeing tour of Accra. Alongside a private guide, see a mix of popular and off-the-beaten-path attractions including Makola Market, the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, and Black Star Gate. While you explore, your guide provides context on the history and culture of Accra and Ghana.

Visit Cape Coast highlights in just one day on this guided tour. Walk alongside a guide as you explore the infamous Cape Coast Castle and Elmina Castle, which played large roles in the Transatlantic Slave Trade. Between castles, walk across the hanging bridges of Kakum National Park for a chance to learn about local wildlife.

Explore Accra with your own private guide and driver by booking the services of local driver and Accra expert Ebo Cobbinah. Mr. Cobbinah will take you all around town, and is available for airport pickups on request. He can also take you out of town, for an additional fee, all in the comfort of his private, air-conditioned vehicle.

We’re not just another tour company, we’re your storytellers, curators and local insiders. Adventure isn’t a one size fits all. While other agencies stick to the usual routes, we take you off the beaten path; into the heart of local culture, hidden wonders, and experiences you’ll brag about for years. Think less “tourist checklist” and more “epic stories to tell”. With us, you don’t just see the world; you live it! Cheers!!!

Explore the capital of Ghana on this express tour that covers the city’s highlights in just a few hours. With a private guide, visit Accra’s main highlights including the vibrant Makola Market, the historic area of Jamestown, Independence Square, Kwame Nkrumah Park, and the Center for National Culture. While you explore, your guide provides information on the history and culture of Ghana.

Get out of the city with this Cocoa tour. You'll begin at the Aburi Botanical Gardens to check out endangered species of plants and relax on the manicured lawn for a picnic. Then, visit the Cocoa farm. Providing a unique opportunity to learn about the history of chocolate production in Ghana among the serenity of cocoa trees. Finally, visit the Aburi craft village to purchase souvenirs.

A long journey from Accra to Cape Coast by public transit becomes a quick and convenient day trip when visited on a guided tour. Leave the city behind and travel along the coast with your guide until reaching Elmina and Cape Coast; tour the infamous castles and learn about the slave trade before returning to your Accra accommodation.

Explore the cultural heart of Kumasi on this guided city tour. Visit the historic Manhyia Palace Museum to learn about the Ashanti Kingdom, discover the rich history of the Prempeh II Jubilee Museum, and experience the vibrant atmosphere of Kejetia Market, the largest open-air market in West Africa. This tour offers an authentic insight into Ashanti heritage, daily life, and local traditions with a knowledgeable local guide.

Experience the bustling streets of Ghana’s capital accompanied by an expert guide when you take this sightseeing tour of Accra. With a private guide, learn about the history of the country at the National Museum of Ghana. Shop for local souvenirs and learn about Ghanaian culture at Makola Market and the Center for National Culture. Finally, drive through one of the city’s oldest and most vibrant neighborhoods, Jamestown.

This tour offers our guests the opportunity to look back into the nation's collective past to understand the legacies of the Ghanaian culture and enjoy the beauty of the tropical forest and the hospitality of our people. Participants will develop new ways of looking at African history to understand the complexities that shape our societies and global history. We will share experiences, discover new places, and talk about ourselves and our past as we ride through the busy streets of Elmina and Cape Coast. We will also discuss the issues of the trans-Atlantic slave trade and its political and socio-economic impact on the country. Embarking on this trip triggers the individual to ask him or herself questions about the history of humanity. our responsibility to the betterment of our world to love one another. Your tour guide will be Quame, a volunteer of the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board at Elmina Castle since 2015, who guides more than 100 people per week.

Discover the rich history of Ghana in just two days when you book this private excursion. First, follow the history of the transatlantic slave trade when you visit the Assin Manso Slave River and the Cape Coast Castle, where slaves spent their last moments before being shipped to the Americas. On day 2, visit the historic sites of Accra including the James Town Lighthouse and Ussher Fort.

A personal and unique tour around some of Accra's oldest and busiest markets. In a safe and enjoyable way. Wear comfortable shoes, carry a sunhat or umbrella and a face cloth. This is a taste of African style markets! Things move fast, lots of hustle and bustle, not at all like western markets! Carry bum bags, bring just what you need. After shuffling around markets, we will take your photos from a unique viewpoint then head on over to eat some great local food at Living Room. One of Ghana's finest. For larger parties and or customs tours please make contact.

The purpose of this tour is to bring people closer to our culture and heritage. This tour is also an opportunity for people to learn more about our political history and slavery in Ghana. Assin Manso Slave Camp is a pure historical site where tourists are briefed on the slaves who were taken through the camp for their last bath and later to be auctioned before they were taken to the slave forts. This is a sacred site where people believe the spirits of many ancestors reside and can be felt.

Three iconic landmarks - Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle, and Kakum National Park weave colorful stories of history, resiliency, and natural beauty throughout Ghana's coastal landscape. Come along with me as we explore the core of these alluring locations, where the whispers of the present blend with the echoes of the past, beckoning adventurers to partake in a once in a ifetime encounter. Leaving behind the echoes of history, we venture into the beautiful embrace of Kakum National Park, The crown jewel of Kakum National Park is its iconic canopy walkway, a series of suspended bridges that soar high above the forest floor, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Walking along these swaying pathways, we are afforded a unique perspective on the rich biodiversity that thrives within the park's boundaries, from rare orchids and towering hardwoods to elusive forest birds and playful primates. lets make it Happen, Thank You!

Immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind African Custom Clothing Experience. Our exclusive offering on TripAdvisor combines a vibrant fabric tour with the unique opportunity to craft your own garment. Discover the rich tapestry of African textiles as you explore a variety of fabrics, each with its own story and heritage. Select your favorite pattern, then join us in our workshop where the magic unfolds. You'll participate in the measuring and cutting process before our seasoned tailors guide you through sewing your piece. As the garment takes shape, indulge in local snacks, and watch as our experts add the perfect finishing touches. Leave not just with a custom-fit piece of African fashion, but with a memorable experience that stitches together culture, creativity, and craftsmanship.

Spend eight days immersing yourself in Ghana’s culture and heritage on this all-inclusive tour. Our knowledgeable local guide will take you to museums, castles, parks, gardens, as well as to visit markets and traditional seamstresses and beadmakers. Follow the footsteps of your ancestors and have an African naming ceremony.