Example Trip

Ghana Coast & Culture: beaches, lagoons, and royal history

Highlights

Kayaking, glass bead casting, Ashanti crafts & Kejetia Market, Canopy Walkway, surfing & relaxing

Location

Ghana

Budget

from € 2,025 p.p. excl. flights

The perfect mix of culture, history, and golden beaches

Looking for cultural insights, but don't want to cover maximum mileage inland? This 16-day route focuses on the warm, green, and historically rich south of Ghana.

You kick off in the energetic city jungle of Accra. Next, you travel down to the idyllic Keta Lagoon for a meeting with our local partners, and visit the world-famous bead workshop of Mister Cedi. In Kumasi, you dive deep into the mighty Ashanti Kingdom with our guides.

On the coast, you reflect on the poignant history of slavery in Cape Coast and Elmina, finishing your trip with your feet in the sand and a surfboard under your arm in Busua.

16 days in Ghana

Day 1

Arrival in Accra

Welcome to vibrant West Africa! You land at Kotoka International Airport where the warm tropical air welcomes you. Your driver takes you to your accommodation in the city.

Drink an ice-cold fresh coconut by the roadside, shake off the flight, and let the rhythm of Accra gently sink in.

Day 2

Accra

Together with our guides, you dive into the city! Nurainy takes you by car past the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum and Black Star Square.

With Hassan, you walk through multicultural Nima, discover world-famous boxing schools in Jamestown with Nii, and end the evening swinging in Osu to the coolest Afrobeats!

Day 3 - 4

Keta Lagoon

Travel to the southeast, where the Volta River flows into the Atlantic Ocean. The Keta Lagoon is the largest lagoon system in the country and an oasis of serene peace, birdlife, and genuine fishing culture.

Grab a kayak and paddle with our local partner Rex through the protected mangroves. Later, take a boat trip on the Volta River, visit the historic Fort Prinzenstein, and contribute to turtle conservation.

Day 5 - 6

Krobo

Today you meet international craft legend Mister Cedi in Somanya! He shows you how old glass is crushed and melted into art beads.

Then put on your hiking shoes for an active hike to the top of Krobo Mountain for a 360-degree view.

Day 7 - 9

Ashanti Kingdom

Immerse yourself for two full days in the Ashanti Kingdom! Together with guides Ike and Emmanuel, visit the Manhyia Palace Museum and explore Kejetia Market, the largest covered market in West Africa. Learn how Kente fabrics are woven and stamp your own Adinkra symbols.

Day 10 - 11

Cape Coast

From the royal hills, descend to the Atlantic coast. Visit Cape Coast Castle with a local guide. An emotional, deeply impactful walk through the dark dungeons of the fort and past the 'Door of No Return' will give you a new perspective on the world.

Our guide speaks with great respect and historical insight about the transition from gold trade to the Transatlantic slave trade and its impact on West Africa.

Day 12

Fort Elmina

Go with guide Felix through the vibrant fishing harbor of Elmina full of colorful canoes. Felix takes you to the fish auction and shares stories about the 'Black Dutchmen' from the area. Afterwards, visit Fort St. George (the oldest European building south of the Sahara).

Day 13 - 14

Busua

As soon as you arrive in the cozy fishing village of Busua, kick off your shoes. Here reigns the ultimate, laid-back surf and beach vibe! A wonderful day on the golden beach. Take a surf lesson from a cheerful local instructor, train in the creative outdoor jungle gym, or join a yoga session overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. End with an ice-cold Club beer at sunset.

Day 15

Terug naar Accra

Time to say goodbye to the coast. A travel day along scenic coastal roads brings you back to Accra. In the capital, sit down for a delicious farewell dinner and enjoy one last evening of vibrant energy.

Day 16

Departure home

The circle is complete! Your driver brings you to Kotoka International Airport. With a suitcase full of wonderful memories, unique crafts, and new friends, you fly back home. Nante yie (safe journey)!

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