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Join Black Travelers in Ghana
Our 2025 Ghana Tour
Experience the Best of Ghana
August 26, 2025 to September 3, 2025
Check Out The Package Below!
Highlights
- Hotel Accommodation in Ghana
- Daily Breakfast
- Manhyia Palace, the seat of the Asantehene
- Kente Weaving Village
- Participate in a Naming Ceremony where you will be given your African name
- Cape Coast and Elmina Castle, visit the door of no return
- Kakum National Park, unique canopy walkway suspended 130 feet in the air
- Accra City tour
- Airport transfers and transportation on all tours
- English Speaking Guide
- Black Travelers International Memorabilia
- Daily Bottled Water during tours
Itinerary
Day 1- Arrival
On arrival, our group will be met by a representative for a transfer to the hotel. End the day with a Welcome Dinner.
Overnight: Labadi Beach Hotel or similar
Meal(s) Included: Dinner
Day 2 - Accra Tour
After breakfast, visit to the Independence square, the location where Ghana was first declared a country free from colonization. Later, we will visit the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum (the final resting place of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana’s first President).
Overnight: Labadi Beach or similar
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3- Kumasi
In the morning, we set off for the Ashanti Region through the Eastern Region with a stopover at a bead market in Koforidua. On arrival, we will visit the Kumasi Cultural Center and the Prempeh II Museum to observe the beautiful artifacts from the Ashanti Kingdom. You will learn more about the history and culture of the Ashanti people
Overnight: Oak Plaza Suites or similar
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4 -Manhyia Place
Start the day with a visit to the Manhyia Palace, the seat of the Ashanti Kingdom. After lunch, we will visit the craft villages of Ntonso, a village famous for adinkra design. Learn the process of Adinkra printing from Master. Also visit the village of Adanwomase (Kente specialists) to purchase kente from the source.
Overnight: Oak Plaza Suites or similar
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5- Elmina
Morning departure for the Central Region. Stopover at Assin Manso, the site of the “last bath” where slaves were taken for a bath before being shipped to the new world. Spend the rest of the evening relaxing at our hotel.
Overnight: Lemon Beach Resort or similar
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 6 - Naming Ceremony
Join in a naming ceremony amidst drumming and dancing. Participants will be given traditional names. Continue the day with a visit to the Elmina Castle built in 1482 by the Portuguese.
After lunch, we visit the Kakum National Park to experience a walk across the Canopy Walkway.
Overnight: Lemon Beach Resort or similar
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 7- Cape Coast
Join in a
cooking this morning. After feasting on the meals prepared. Continue to the
Cape Coast Castle (Fort Carlsborg),
which was under Swedish administration. Experience a walk through the
Door of No Return. Marking the beginning of a perilous journey of our ancestors. Only this time we will also experience a return through the same doors. Return to Accra.
Overnight: Labadi Beach or similar
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8 - Free
Enjoy your last day in Ghana with some last-minute shopping or enjoy some optional excursions.
Later we will meet for our Farewell Dinner.
Overnight: Labadi Beach or similar
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9- Departure
Morning visit to the W.E.B. Dubois Centre for PANAfricanism.
Later we will check into the airport for our departure.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast
Trip Details
TRIP INFORMATION:
Deposit Amount: Based on Payment Plan selected at checkout Final Payment Due: Based on Payment Plan selected at checkout
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED:
Any meals not mentioned above
Alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses for souvenirs, etc.
Any required Covid testing
Any Immunization Cost
Any Visa Costs
Traveler insurance
Gratuity
Costs of additional excursions not included in package
International and domestic flights to and from home country
Additional Information
- US passport valid for 6 months past your return date and one blank visa page.
- Yellow fever vaccination taken at least 10 days before arrival for US passport holders.
- Note, anyone originating or transiting through WHO-designated yellow fever countries regardless of citizenship, may be required to have a yellow fever vaccination.
- Malaria protection is highly encouraged (not required).
- A Visa is also required for US Passport Holders to enter into Ghana.
- Non-US Citizens or travelers without a US passport will need to consult their local embassy.
- All payments are NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERRABLE.
- It is essential that you advise us before booking if you do have any disability or pre -existing medical condition which may affect your tour, or if you have any special requirements as a result of any disability or medical condition (including any which affect the booking process) so that we can assist you in considering the suitability of the arrangements and/or in making the booking.
- The price of your itinerary will be based on known costs at the date of issue of the itinerary. All prices we advertise are accurate at the date published, but we reserve the right to change any of those prices from time to time.
- Payment plans are available and are determined based on receipt of deposit and travel dates.
- Once deposit is received, travelers have the option to enter into a monthly payment plan or pay the remaining balance in one payment.
- Travelers entering into payment plans will be invoiced monthly.
- All payments are NON-REFUNDABLE.
- Payments are automatically deducted using original payment method on the third Friday of the month.
- If you are in need of a roommate for your trip. Select one of our "double-occupancy" packages and answer the question, "Do you have a roommate?" with "No - I would like to be matched".
- Roommate matching occurs after 75% of the cost of the package is paid.
FAQ
What is the activity level of the event?
This trip is moderately active. We will be traveling across several regions in Ghana.
Drives will take us to some rural areas with dirt roads. Some drives may be over 3 hours in duration.
What is included in the package?
Incuded in your package are your hotel accommodation, all tours, entry fees, transportation, and meals listed as included.
Optional tours are not included in your package.
Are flight included?
Flights to/from your home country are not included.
You must purchase your flight on your own account.
What is the arrival and departure airport?
Arrival: Kotoka International Airport by 3 PM local time of the first day
Departure: Kotoka International Airport (ACC) after 6 PM on the last day
Will arrival and departure transfer be provided?
Yes, arrival and departure transfers are included. Along with transfers for all tour listed on the itinerary as included.
Note: Flight information must be submitted to our system 21 days before arrival.
Daily bottled water is also included.
What is the difference between Single and Double Occupancy?
Single Occupancy is one person in a room. Bed size ranges from Double size to King size bed based on hotel and country.
Double Occupancy is two persons haring a room. There are two beds wich is usually twin size.
Couple Occupancy is two persons sharing a room and one bed. Bed size is usually Queen or King.
Note: Bed sizes vary per hotel and visiting country.
Can you accommodate special dietary restrictions?
We can accommodate meals for Vegan, Vegetarian, and Pescatarians.
Note, your options may be limited. However, we have accommodated these dietary restrictions in the past.
What are the entry requirements?
Ghana
Visa
Proof of Yellow Fever vaccination (Yellow Card)
Malaria protection (Recommended)
Togo & Benin
Visa
Proof of Yellow Fever vaccination (Yellow Card)
Will I need a Visa?
US passport holders will need a Visa to visit Ghana. We will notify you when it is time to apply for your Visa.
You will also need 2 separate Visas for your visit to Togo & Benin. These are separate applications that can be completed online.
Should I purchase travel insurance?
Yes, you should purchase medical travel insurance to protect your health in case of an emergency.
In addition, you should purchase "cancel for any reason" travel insurance to protect your investment.
"Cancel for any reason" travel insurance protects you if you wish to cancel the trip for any reason covered under the policy.
Do I need Ghanaian Cedi while in Ghana?
Ghana widely accepts most major credit cards and US dollars. However, small vendors may request the local currency.
Note: You can exchange Euros and USD in Ghana. In addition, there are multiple ATMs and bankswhere you can obtain currency.
What is the language spoken in Ghana?
There are many langages spoken in Ghana. However, many residents in the city of Accra speak English.
What are options to remain connected with family while in Ghana?
Most carriers will work in Ghana. Check with your local provider.
There are also options to acquire an eSims card or Sims card. You will need to research providers online and determine if your phone is eligible.
Note: Most hotels have free WIFI where you can use Whatsapp to place calls.
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