Trails of the Transatlantic slave trade in Ghana
Explore and experience Ghana's amazing historical resources. To enjoy a full-blown experience of the beauty of the country, the tour will begin in Accra, the nation’s capital before exploring the coastal regions and circling back to Accra.
This trip will take you to three regions to tour the infamous slave castles known for temporary housing slaves during the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade. You will get to learn more about slavery and how slaves were treated in these castles while visiting other destinations that have links with the slave trade.
Services
Included:
- 7 nights accommodation in double or twin rooms
- Daily breakfast
- Private transfers in air conditioned car with English speaking driver
- Airport transfers as per the itinerary
- Activities & admission fees to sites as per the itinerary
- English-speaking guide on excursions
- Complimentary bottled water
- 24-hour ongoing support
Excluded:
- International flights
Optional:
- Internet/Wifi during tour
Itinerary at a Glance
Accra
Welcome to Ghana
Accra
Tour of Accra, Ghana´s Capital City
Accra - Cape Coast - Elmina
Tour to Cape Coast Slave Castle
Elmina
Elmina Community Tour
Elmina - Nzulezu - Axim
Visit Fort Appollonia
Axim - Butre
Fort Batenstein and Fort Metal Cross
Axim - Accra
Enjoy the Nature in Kakum National Park
Accra
Goodbye Ghana!
Detailed Itinerary
Accra
Day 1: Welcome to Ghana
Upon arrival at Terminal 3 of Kotoka International Airport, Accra-Ghana, You will be met by a staff member and sent to your hotel.
Accra
Day 2: Tour of Accra, Ghana´s Capital City
After breakfast, you will begin your tour of the metropolis of Ghana’s capital. Your first stop will be at the W.E.B. Centre for Pan-African Culture. Dr. Dubois, A Pan-Africanist accepted an invitation from Dr. Kwame Nkrumah(Ghana’s first President) and the task of researching and compiling the Encyclopedia Africana. The center consists of a museum; which contains memorabilia and Dr. Dubois’s personal library, the open-air theatre; where intellectual seminars and workshops were held. In addition, is the Marcus Garvey Guesthouse at the center.
Afterward, you will depart to Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park. There, you will make stops at some side attractions including; Independence Square and Mausoleum. Continue to Osu Castle and end your tour with a visit to James Town which is regarded as Old Accra.
Accra - Cape Coast - Elmina
Day 3: Tour to Cape Coast Slave Castle
Depart to the Central Region after breakfast. If the hustle and bustle of Accra mars the smooth tour you intend to have in Ghana, wait till you leave that behind as you enter a new and calmer region where you will see the rapid transformation. There will be a quick detour to Assin Manso Ancestral Slave River Site. This facility houses the river that served as the last bath for the slaves before their shipment overseas. You will also witness an Ancestral Graveyard at the facility. Continue to Cape Coast Slave Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Cape Coast Castle was built in 1653 by the Swedish and later taken over by the British. It is regarded as the second biggest slave castle in Ghana and the most visited.
Elmina
Day 4: Elmina Community Tour
After a restful night, you will take your breakfast and begin with a tour of this colonial community. Today’s tour will comprise both cultural and historic experiences. You will be treated to a tour of Elmina visiting most of the notable places within the township. You will have the opportunity to visit the Elmina Slave Castle(St. George Castle) which is regarded as the biggest and oldest slave castle in Ghana. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to a fort close by; Fort St. Jago. It is located on a hilltop overlooking the Elmina Township. Return to your hotel afterward. You have the rest of the day to yourself to relax at your beachfront hotel.
Elmina - Nzulezu - Axim
Day 5: Visit Fort Appollonia
After breakfast, you will depart to Beyin in the Western Region. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a beautiful experience in a canoe on Amansari Lake to Nzulezu. The whole community of Nzulezu is built on top of Amansari Lake. You will be treated to a tour of this unique village. Afterward, you will return to Beyin where you will be visiting Fort Appollonia. Fort Appollonia was built by an English merchant. Continue to your hotel to relax after today’s tour.
Axim - Butre
Day 6: Fort Batenstein and Fort Metal Cross
After breakfast, you will visit Fort St. Anthony(Fort Santo Antonio). It was built by the Portuguese in 1515 near Axim. Afterward, you will visit Fort Batenstein in Butre. After your tour of this fort, you will visit your last fort, Fort Metal Cross at Dixcove before departing back to your beachfront hotel to relax for the rest of the day
Axim - Accra
Day 7: Enjoy the Nature in Kakum National Park
After breakfast, you will depart to Accra but make a detour to Kakum National Park. It is a protected area of rainforest and home to endangered mammals such as forest elephants and monkeys. There is a canopy walkway that lies on top of this tropical rainforest and is the most preferred activity in the park. It hangs 30metres above the ground. You can also choose to enjoy a nature walk through the forest with an experienced park guide.
Accra
Day 8: Goodbye Ghana!
Checkout from your hotel to visit a shopping center in Accra. You will make a stop at the Accra Arts Centre. It is a large market with different kinds of artifacts. Be ready to experience how shopkeepers and hawkers convince clients to buy their products and also be prepared to bargain with sellers so that you can buy things at very low prices. Afterward, if there is time, you will depart to a recreational center until your transfer to the airport to depart home.
