Ghana History and Nature Day Trip to Shai Hills and Akosombo

Accra, Ghana
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Duration8h - 10h
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

You will visit the the amazing Akosombo Dam on the Lake Volta, one of the largest man made lakes in the world. The Akosombo dam is a monumental hydro-electric dam built by Ghana's first president in 1965 that provides a majority of the county's electricity. Learn about this great symbol of Ghanaian industry and technology as well as its continued socio-economic impact. You'll also be able to enjoy lunch with a spectacular view of Lake Volta at the famous Volta Hotel. Then you'll visit the Shai Hills Nature Reserve, one of Ghana's most beautiful nature parks with an incredible diversity of plant and widlife.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Items of Personal Nature

What to expect

  1. Shai Hills Resource Reserve
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Visit the Shai Hills Reserve which combines nature conservation, rich cultural and archaeological sites with splendid scenic beauty. Trek through the Savannah plains to view West Africa’s big game: antelopes, bushbucks, krobs, baboons, monkeys, and many bird species including the crested eagle, ground hornbill, blank bellied bustard and more. Visit the Obonu Tem & Se Yo Caves which serve as home to many animals, notably insectivorous bats. Learn about the various artifacts that have been found on this very site (homeland to the Krobo people)
  2. Akosombo Hydro Plant
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Biggest hydroelectric dam in Ghana located on the amazing Lake Volta, that produces over 1,020MW of electrical output

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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