Thanksgiving in Ghana

Africa - Ghana

Duration: 6 Days

Group size: 1 - 50

About this trip

Ghana

$2990

Deposit:

$500

What’s Included?

  • Accommodation
  • All Transportation 
  • Dedicated Tour Guide
  • Activities
  • Meals (Where stipulated)

What’s not Included?

  • International Flights
  • Visas
  • Vaccinations
  • Gratuities
  • Miscellaneous (All information not included in this document)

Available Packages

Itinerary

Day 1
Welcome to South Africa

* Arrival in Cape Town, South Africa

 - Exchange Money and head to the Hotel

* Transit to Hotel & Check in

- Welcome Dinner on the Beach - weather dependent (Alternate location: local restaurant)

- Transit Back to the hotel for the first night in South Africa

* Optional Nightlife

Day 2
Walk to Freedom Tour

* Breakfast at the hotel

* Departure from the Hotel to the Walk to Freedom Tour

* Walk to Freedom Tour:

 - District Six Museum | Robben Island Museum |

Trip includes: Hotel pickup and drop-off | Professional guide | Transport by air-conditioned minivan | Admission Ticket Included

* Return to hotel

* Free Evening & Dinner on your own

* Optional nightlife

Day 3
Half Day Cape Peninsula Tour

* Breakfast at the hotel

* Half Day Cape Peninsula Tour

- Highlights: Twelve Apostles, Clifton Beaches, Hout Bay, Chapman' s Peak Drive, Cape Point Nature Reserve

- Explore the Cape of Good Hope and the Cape Point in this beautiful and unique nature reserve. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

- Lunch on the way to Simon’s time after Cape Point Simon's Town, Boulders Beach Penguin Colony 

-Watch the penguin colony of Boulders beach

(optional)

* Return to Hotel and to Freshen Up for the Evening  Activities

* Sunset Cruise

* Free Evening & Dinner on your own

- SIBA – The Restaurant, The Nines, Fyn, Salsify, The Athletic Club & Social

* Optional nightlife

Day 4
Cape Wineland's Tour - 3 Region Tour

* Breakfast at the hotel

* Wine Route Tour: This wine route is specifically curated to showcase people of color (POC) in South Africa. 

Below are three wine farms who are either owned by POC, have a winemaker, vineyard manager, tasting room manager or executive chef that is a person of color.

* Highlights: 

- Tour starts at 11:00. 

- Route - Dieu Donne | Lunch at Reubens | Mullineux & Family Wines | Klein Goederust | Dinner at Hari Kitchen at Topiary Farm

* Arrive at Hotel in Cape Town by 21:30

Day 5
Day at Leisure

* Day at Leisure

- Consult our concierge for individual or small group excursions for this day if interested at an additional cost

* Optional Activities

 - Fishing | Safari | Wine Farms | Table Mountain (Weather Dependent) | Robin Island | Gallery Visit

* Possible Additional Activities for the day

- Volunteering Activity or Charitable Event

Day 6
Welcome to Ghana - Discover your Heritage

* Arrival in Accra, Ghana

* Welcome Ceremony at the Airport

* Transit to Hotel & Check in

 - Change Money

 - Optional tailor measurements

 - Optional hair braiding

* Welcome Dinner on the Beach (included prefix or buffet style)

- Backup location local restaurant (pending weather conditions)

Optional Nightlife

Day 7
Accra City Tour

* Breakfast at the Hotel

* Accra City Tour

- WEB Dubois House

- Black Star Square (Group Family Photo)

- Lunch @ local restaurant (buffet style included)

- Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park Arts Center (Artisanal market locally made

goods)

* Return to Hotel

* Deliver fabric to tailor seamstress (if anyone chooses to get clothes made selected)

* Free Evening & Dinner on your own

* Optional nightlife

Day 8
Visit Assin Manso Last Bath Slave River

* Breakfast at the Hotel

* Transit to Assin Manso River (3 hour drive)

- Assin Manso Last Bath Slave River Experience

- Lunch Buffet @ Mabel’s Table

- Cape Coast Castle Dungeon Door of Return Experience

* Return to Accra (3 hour Drive)

*Dinner on your own and free evening

Day 9
Day at Leisure

* Breakfast at Hotel

* Free Day to Explore Accra on your own

* Travelers can consult our concierge for individual or small group excursions

for this day if interested for additional cost

- Rest, Shop, Chill, Enjoy | Visit Nyame Bekyere | Diallo's Village (Drum, Dance, Food, Community Center Tour) | Kumasi for Day | Volta region for Day | ATV RidingBunso Eco Park & Boti Waterfalls | More options available

*No meals provided

Day 10
Last Day in Accra

* Breakfast at Hotel

* Transit to Aqua Safari (2 hrs)

- Swimming Pool | Games | Horseback Riding | Boat ride on Lake Volta and Crocodile Island | Segway rental (additional cost) | Jetski (additional cost) 

- Full buffet lunch

* Return to Accra

Day 11
Last minute shopping

* Breakfast at Hotel

* Check out by 1 pm

* Late check out available (additional cost)

- Last minute shopping, relax, chill, reflect

- Farewell Lunch/Dinner (provided)

* Transit to Airport for final departure

Select Departure Date

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I need a visa to travel to Ghana?

Yes, US citizens need a visa to enter Ghana. It is recommended to apply for a visa at least a few weeks before your travel date.

2. What vaccinations are required for travel to Ghana?

A yellow fever vaccination is required for entry into Ghana. Other recommended vaccinations include hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, and routine vaccines.

3. Is Ghana safe for tourists?

Ghana is generally considered safe for tourists. However, it’s always important to stay aware of your surroundings and follow local advice.

4. What currency is used in Ghana?

The currency used in Ghana is the Ghanaian Cedi (GHS). You can exchange money at the airport or local banks.

5. Are credit cards widely accepted in Ghana?

Credit cards are accepted in major hotels and some restaurants, but cash is preferred in many places. It’s advisable to carry some cash with you.

6. What language is spoken in Ghana?

The official language is English, making it easy for US travelers to communicate.

7. Is tap water safe to drink in Ghana?

It’s recommended to drink bottled or purified water to avoid any potential health issues.

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