8 day Tour of the Volta Region in Ghana
An 8 day tour exploring the Volta Region of Ghana. Visit beaches on the Volta River and the Atlantic Ocean, as well as traditional craft villages, markets, a monkey sanctuary, the Keta Lagoon, historic architecture and partake in a nocturnal marine turtle expedition. Includes a traditional blessing and a cultural performance.
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      Number of guests: Any number of people in your party

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Accra Arrival
ArrivalMeet your arriving flight at Kotoka International Airport in Accra.
Day 1Safe transport to your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle.
AccraRefresh and relax. Neighborhood or Accra city orientation as time permits.
Overnight at a mid-range hotel in Tesano.
Quick Accra Tour, Keta Beach & Lagoon
Accra morning: Osu Castle, Black Star Gate, Kwame Nkrumah Memorial.
Day 2Visit the former slave market at Atorkor, once Ghana's 2nd largest slave market.
KetaRest of the day at the lagoon or beach side to relax and socialize with locals.
5¼ hoursOvernight at an upscale resort on a clean sandy beach.
Keta Birding, Historic Fort, Lighthouse, Beach Relax, Turtle Expedition
Early birding at Ghana's most important marine birding site, the Keta Lagoon.
Day 3Visit the Danish Fort Pridzenstein and the Cape St. Paul lighthouse. Beach time!
KetaNocturnal excursion to search for nesting marine turtles (Oct-Dec are the best).
Overnight at an upscale resort on a clean sandy beach.
Kente Village, Monkey Sanctuary
Travel inland into the lush highlands of the less visited Volta Region.
Day 4Tour the Kente weaving village of Kpetoe, home of Ewe-style Kente cloth.
KpandoVisit the monkey sanctuary at Tafi Atome to frolic with habituated Mona monkeys.
4¼ hoursOvernight in a budget guesthouse in central Kpando.
Pottery, Fishing Village, Wli Falls, Culture Performance
Visit a famous Kpando pottery maker shop. Walking tour of Torkor fishing village.
Day 545 minute hike through the Agumatsa Forest Reserve to Ghana's tallest falls.
KpandoPut on your dancing shoes for a special evening culture performance.
3 hoursOvernight in a budget guesthouse in central Kpando.
Spiritual Spaces, Volta River
Visit a Christian grotto, the Blues of Ur meditation center and/or a traditional shrine.
Day 6Depart south along the shores of Lake Volta to cross the Volta River at Atimpoku.
AtimpokuWalk across Ghana's only steel arch bridge. Relax on the banks of the Volta River.
2¾ hoursOvernight at a luxury resort on the Volta River.
Volta River Day
Morning motorboat to the Akosombo Dam, holding Volta Lake, or a relaxing canoe
Day 7   ride with a local fisherman, or a full day Volta Lake cruise (Sat/Sun only).
AtimpokuWalk around the busy fishing village socializing with locals. Enjoy your resort.
Overnight at a luxury resort on the Volta River.
Glass Beads, Craft Market, Family Compound, Traditional Blessing, Drop-off
DepartureRelaxing on the Volta River as your schedule permits. Traditional glass bead making.
Day 8Aburi craft market in the Akuapem highlands. Unplanned community in Accra.
Visit a typical family compound home. Traditional blessing for safe journey.
3 hoursSafe delivery to airport 2 hours before your evening flight.

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Price

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No reschedule fees!     No Covid cancellation fees!
£2,008 per person, as described, for 2 guests in 1 room.
5% discount for bookings confirmed 30 or more days prior to travel.
Includes certified guide, vehicle & fuel, accommodations, meals and entrance fees.
Price adjusted for number of travelers, visited sites, tour inclusions/exclusions,
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