Accra to Cape Coast Tour (Slave Castles and Kakum Park)

5.0 (8 reviews) Accra, Ghana
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Duration11h - 12h
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LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the vibrant history and natural beauty of Ghana on this captivating day tour to Cape Coast. Start your adventure at Kakum National Park, where the iconic Canopy Walkway offers a thrilling experience high above the forest. Continue to the Cape Coast Castle and Elmina Castle, two historic landmarks that provide profound insights into Ghana’s past and the transatlantic slave trade.

This one-day journey is a perfect mix of adventure and heritage, offering a meaningful and memorable experience for all.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All Entry/Admission Fee
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Kakum National Park
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Visit Kakum National Park, enjoy the Canopy Walkway, suspended 30 meters above the ground, provides treetop views of the beautiful forest.
  2. Elmina Castle
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Elmina Castle was established by Portuguese in 1482 as São Jorge da Mina (St. George of the Mine) in Elmina, Ghana (formerly the Gold Coast). Elmina and Elmina Castle was the first trading post built on the Gulf of Guinea, so is the oldest European building in existence below the Sahara. It was first established as a trade settlement but later became one of the most important stops on the route of the Atlantic slave trade. Today Elmina Castle is a popular historical site, and was a major filming location for Werner Herzog's 1987 drama film "Cobra Verde". It is an extremely popular destination for African American tourists seeking to connect with their heritage and a powerful reminder of the history of the slave trade.
  3. Cape Coast Castle
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Cape Coast Castle is one of the largest of the castles built by European powers in today Ghana. It began as a trade lodge constructed by the Portuguese in 1555 on a part of the Gold Coast, which later became known as the Cape Coast. In 1653, following Sweden’s conquest of the Cape Coast, the Swedish Africa Company constructed a permanent wooden fortress for trade in timber and gold. It is open to the public and is currently a historical museum with Ghanaian arts and crafts gift shop, and it is the regional headquarters of Ghana Museums and Monuments Board.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

All travelers should be in front of the hotel (I love Accra sign)

Meeting point

All travelers should be in-front of Accra Mall gate 1

End point

All travelers should be in front of the hotel (I love Accra sign)

End point

All travelers should be in-front of Accra Mall gate 1

Pickup details

Travelers should get ready 30 minutes before the pick up time.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Lunch stop in between
  • Early pick-up is required to prevent getting stacked in traffic

Cancellation policy

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

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