8 day Water Lover Tour of Ghana
A water-lovers tour of Ghana, visiting beautiful beaches, the exotic Volta River, tropical waterfalls, and a village built above a lagoon. Includes craft markets, the former slave dungeon at Cape Coast and some smaller coastal forts, a special drum and dance performance, a rain forest canopy walkway and a hike to Umbrella Rock.
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Overnight &
Drive Time
Accra Arrival
ArrivalMeet your arriving flight at Kotoka International Airport in Accra.
Day 1Depart for Kokrobite in an air-conditioned vehicle.
KokrobiteRefresh and relax. Neighborhood or Accra city orientation as time permits.
Overnight at a 3 star beach resort in Kokrobite.
Busua Beach, Fort Metal Cross
Coastal drive to Busua, a wide beach that is one of Ghana's most beautiful.
Day 2Afternoon beach hike or bike to Fort Metal Cross in Dixcove.
BeyinEnjoy the beach or pool. Surfing rentals and lessons are available for extra fee.
8 hoursOvernight at an upscale resort in Beyin.
Nzulezu Stilt Village, Fort Apollonia, Beach Afternoon
Early depart for the beach village of Beyin, near the western border of Ghana.
Day 3Canoe ride through the Amansuri wetlands to the stilt village of Nzulezu.
BeyinTour Fort Apollonia, the westernmost Colonial era fort in Ghana. Beach afternoon.
Overnight at an upscale resort in Beyin.
Cape Coast Castle, Beach Afternoon
Mid-morning departure, driving along the coast to the historic town of Cape Coast.
Day 4Tour the U.N. World Heritage Site and former slave dungeon of Cape Coast Castle.
ElminaContinue to your beach resort in Elmina for a relaxed beach afternoon.
6 hoursOvernight at a 3-star beach resort in Elmina.
Kakum National Park, Crocodiles, Central Elmina, Culture Performance
Early morning departure for West Africa's highest rain forest canopy walkway.
Day 5Crocodile ponds and weaver bird community at Hans Botel. Stingless bee facility.
ElminaFishing lagoon and hilltop Ft. San Jago in Elmina. Special culture performance.
Overnight at a 3-star beach resort in Elmina.
Traditional Glass Beads, Volta River
Depart towards the Volta River, turning inland after reaching suburban Accra.
Day 6Visit a glass bead workshop near the Volta River to watch this interesting handcraft.
AtimpokuEnjoy your perfect resort on the Volta River. Motorboat to the Akosombo dam.
5½ hoursOvernight at a luxury resort on the Volta River.
Boti Falls, Short Hike, Akaa Falls
Scenic drive to seasonal Boti Falls. 250 concrete steps to the bottom of the falls.
Day 7Short 5 minute walk or optional 45 minute moderate forest hike to Umbrella Rock.
AtimpokuAlso visit the nearby Akaa Falls before returning to the Volta River.
3½ hoursOvernight at a luxury resort on the Volta River.
Volta River, Aburi Gardens, Craft Market, Accra City, Departure
DepartureDepart for Accra at a convenient time, visiting sites along the way as time permits.
Day 8Optionally tour Aburi Botanical Gardens and/or a carving craft market on the return.
Spend time at lively Labadi Beach in Accra or have a tour of the city for extra fee.
4 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!
£1,928 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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Beach resort in Ghana