Life in Ghana

Upon your arrival at Kotoka International Airport in Accra, local guides will meet you and facilitate your transfer to your accommodations. There, you'll receive a warm welcome and a comprehensive briefing about the trip. Take the evening to unwind, savor a meal, and adjust to the West African environment after your travels.

Accra city overview- day 1

Streets of Accra -day 1

Accra museum - day 1

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Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra

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Your first morning offers the choice of breakfast at the hotel or savoring a traditional Ghanaian breakfast at Makola Market, renowned for its diverse offerings where haggling for prices is customary. At the beachfront Artist Alliance Gallery, engage with local artists showcasing their eclectic works ranging from paintings, carvings, furniture, jewelry, fabrics, and photographs. Explore "Fantasy Coffins," an emblem of Ghana's decorative coffin tradition featuring diverse shapes and sizes. In the afternoon, visit Black Star Square housing the independence monument and the flame of African liberation ignited by Kwame Nkrumah in 1961. Nearby is Nkrumah's resting place and a museum detailing his life. Later, journey to Jamestown, once a bustling trading port. Witness historical architecture amid the community's challenges, offering insight into its past and present social issues.

Accra food market -day 2

Accra Monument -day 2

Accra monument day 2

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Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra

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After a relaxed breakfast, we'll explore Krobo, renowned for its traditional bead jewelry crafted by local families, and learn about the beads' cultural significance. Beads symbolize wealth and beauty, commonly worn by Ghanaian women daily. Join a hands-on bead-making session with a local family. Continuing to the Volta region, we'll cross the Volta River, enjoying lunch with a stunning river view. Arriving at Wli in the late afternoon, settle into your accommodation before visiting Wli Falls, one of West Africa's highest waterfalls in a wildlife sanctuary. Experience the mesmerizing sight and sounds of the falls and witness a large colony of fruit bats at Wli village. Relax by swimming or take a dip in the waterfall pool. Optionally, hike to the upper falls before returning to your accommodation in the evening.

Bead making in Ghana day 3

Volta river day 3

Wli falls ghana day 3

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Jess Hotel Kpalimé

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In the early morning post-breakfast, embark on a hike to Mount Afajato, Ghana's highest peak at 885 meters. Knowledgeable guides, well-versed in butterflies, birds, and flora, will accompany you, offering insights and opportunities for stunning photos amidst the breath- taking views. Later in the day, engage with the Ewe ethnic group, dedicated to safeguarding the endangered True Mona monkeys, revered as messengers from the gods for over two centuries. Explore their habitat where they cultivate medicinal plants for traditional herbal remedies. Return to our riverside accommodation along the White Volta River to unwind after a thrilling day of activities.

hiking in the jungle day 4

Mona Monkey day 4

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The Royal Senchi

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Embarking after breakfast, the journey starts towards Elmina, leading through the scenic Akuapem hills offering panoramic vistas of Accra and Tema. Ascending to the summit reveals the Aburi botanical gardens, established by the British in 1890, boasting a diverse array of local and exotic plants. The guide showcases indigenous flora, elucidating their medicinal uses while rare butterflies and numerous bird species enchant visitors. Next stop is the Aburi craft village renowned for its traditional drums, sculptures, and crafts crafted across generations. Witness artisans at work and benefit from the village's reputation for offering the most affordable prices for Ghanaian souvenirs. Lunch will be en route to Elmina, aiming to arrive by early evening for check-in. Guests can unwind at the accommodation or partake in Elmina's lively nightlife. This excursion offers a blend of natural beauty, cultural immersion, and shopping opportunities within Ghana's vibrant landscape.

african tulip - day 5

cocoa bean - day 5

butterfly- day 5

bird in ghana - day 5

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Moree Paradise Ocean Resort

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Begin your day with a stunning beachfront sunrise and breakfast. Explore Kakum National Park's famed rainforest canopy walkway, suspended 40 meters high in a semi-deciduous upper guinea rainforest. This walk boasts seven bridges connected to towering trees, providing breathtaking views across the rainforest. Kakum preserves the original habitat, once vital for locals' sustenance. At the park headquarters, discover diverse flora and fauna, including 40 mammal species like elephants and leopards. Visit the Stingless Bee Project nearby, learning about crucial bee species and tasting honey amid butterfly gardens. Cocoa farming alongside indigenous plants benefits the environment, while the popularity of palm oil in Ghana poses threats to global rainforest habitats due to exploitation and habitat destruction by large companies. Enjoy lunch at Han's Cottage amid wildlife-rich surroundings before returning to accommodation for an early dinner or further exploration of Ghana's vibrant nightlife.

Bridge walking -day 6

Palm oil plant- day 6

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Moree Paradise Ocean Resort

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Explore Cape Coast Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for holding enslaved Africans in dungeons, including the poignant "Door of no Return." The castle and its historical museum unveil Ghana's grim past, crucial for understanding the nation's history. Immerse in a batik-making workshop with Global Mamas, championing women's empowerment and local artists. Engage in a traditional batik-making workshop with Global Mamas, empowering women and local artists. Next, visit Baobab Children Foundation, an informal school rescuing vulnerable children from the streets, aiming to impart basic skills for self-sufficiency. Finally, return to Accra for a sumptuous local meal before heading to the airport. This comprehensive journey encompasses Ghana's history, culture, community support, and empowerment initiatives.

Cape Coast Castle

boats by the coast - day 7

two women in traditional -day 7

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Moree Paradise Ocean Resort

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