Walking Tours In Cape Coast And Elmina

Accra, Ghana

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Discover a piece of Ghana’s dark history as you take a walking tour of the Elmina Slave Castle. Alongside a private guide, visit the oldest building in sub-Saharan Africa which was built by the Portuguese in 1484, and learn about its slave history. Then, stroll through the Dutch cemetery, see colonial houses, and have lunch at a restaurant overlooking the lagoon and castle.

Learn about the transatlantic slave trade from your guide
Lunch, bottled water, and snacks are included
Pickup is available and arranged prior to the tour
A private tour means a personalized experience

What's Included

Lunch
Bottled water
Snacks

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

This tour starts in Cape Coast/Elmina and travellers will have to be there. But we are still able to pick up travellers outside Cape Coast/Elmina if that is easier for travellers and with that they will have to directly pay driver/fuel for the ride from Accra.

Operating hours
.8:00 am

Itinerary

Elmina

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Cape Coast Castle

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This is a walking tour
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

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Eye-Opening Tour

Ryan_W, May 2024

The walking tour of Cape Coast and Elmina is an eye-opening and profound experience that I highly recommend to anyone visiting Ghana. This tour offers a poignant journey through Ghana's history, focusing on the harrowing era of the Atlantic slave trade. Nana was exceptionally knowledgeable and sensitive in discussing this difficult subject matter. We started at Elmina Castle, a site that served as a major hub of the slave trade. As we walked through the dungeons and courtyards, our guide painted a vivid picture of the unimaginable suffering endured by the countless Africans who passed through these walls. Despite the heavy topic, the tour was not entirely somber. We also learned about the resilience and rich cultural traditions of the Ghanaian people, and how they have worked to overcome this painful past. The contrast between the stark white castle walls and the colorful fishing boats in the harbor was striking. Next, we visited Cape Coast Castle, another key site in the slave trade history. Here, we further explored the complexities of Ghana's past and the impacts of European colonialism. The beautiful coastal setting of Cape Coast Castle, with its crashing waves and sea breezes, provided moments of quiet reflection. Throughout the tour, Nana encouraged questions and fostered a respectful atmosphere for discussion. The small group size allowed for a more intimate and personalized experience. While confronting the brutalities of the slave trade was emotionally challenging, I left the tour with a deeper understanding and appreciation for Ghana's history and its ongoing journey of healing and growth. The walking tour of Cape Coast and Elmina is a must for any traveler seeking a meaningful, educational experience in Ghana. It's a testament to the importance of remembering and learning from even the darkest chapters of human history.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you soo much for your honest review. We are much grateful and we appreciate you. We enjoyed every minute traveling with you and we looking forward to having you again.