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COVID 19 MEASURES. 1. We have temporarily banned hugs and handshakes throughout tourists’ stay in Ghana. 2. We provide constant use of hand sanitizers, nose masks and gloves if needed. 3. All meals will be eaten at a neat restaurant where social distancing is applicable. 4. We pay serious attention to social distancing and avoid crowded space. 5. There will be constant hand washing at all tour locations before and after tour activity is carried out.

Transport

Local Transportation. Airport Transfers

Accommodation

6 Nights’ 2/3 Star Accommodation (hotel upgrade available at an extra cost)

Optional

Entrance Fees Cost of Activities in Itinerary

Meals

Breakfast Only.

Not included:

Others

International airfare Visa fees and Immunizations Travel Insurance

Flights

Insurance

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Accra
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival In Accra

Tour Schedule

Arrival

Upon arriving at the Kotoka International Airport, a guide or driver will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel. They would also assist you with your hotel check in and preparations for the next day. Hotel Check in begins at 12:00pm

The night will be spent in Accra
Day 2 Day 2: Eastern Region, Boti
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Eastern Region, Boti

Aburi

Morning Activities

Your guide will take you to exchange your currency for Cedi. For guests who prefer to use the ATM or bank, you would be taken to the closest one available to get some money. For guests who are interested in sewing some African attire, we can arrange a meeting with a tailor to take your measurements and styles for sewing.

Tetteh Quarshie Cocoa Farm

Ghana is the leader in the production and supply of quality cocoa in the world. Cocoa was first introduced in Ghana by Tetteh Quarshie in 1870 through a smuggling process from Fernando Po now equatorial Guinea. He planted the first cocoa farm in Akwapim Mampong now named after him as the Tetteh Quarshie Cocoa Farm. Guests will have the opportunity to visit the farm and be taken through the planting, harvesting and also fermentation process that farmers go through to get cocoa beans for export or for sale to local processing companies. Currently, two of the original trees planted by Tetteh Quarshie are still in the farm bearing fruits.

Nightlife

Guests who are interested in having a nightlife experience in Accra would be able to visit any of these hangout options (but not restricted to these options) provided to have a feel of Accra at night. Some of these hangouts options have contemporary live band music with good food and drinks. Please note that you would sometimes have to pay a fee to enter some of these venues which guests will be required to pay for themselves (venue fee could range from a minimum entry fee of GHC50 to GHC100).

NB: You have the option of going to nightlife venues by yourself with an Uber or Taxi or we could make arrangements for our driver to drive you there.

+233 Jazz Bar & Grill

Bloom Bar

Sky Bar 25

The Republic Bar & Grill

Coco Vanilla

Honeysuckle Pub and Restaurant

Overnight stay in Accra.
Day 3 Day 3: Eastern Region
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Eastern Region

Akosombo

Aburi Gardens

The Aburi Botanical Garden is a protected area developed in 1890 as a garden with various plant species from different parts of the world. The site is a must visit destination for plant lovers who want to know the various types and kinds of plants there are, their purposes and uses. The park is open for learning, research, picnics and a venue for events. Some of the trees in the garden were planted by dignitaries from across the world like Sir Gordon Guggisberg, General Olisengo Obasanjo, H.E Jerry John Rawlings, Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Charles of Britain, and many others.

Cedi Bead Factory

A visit to the Cedi Beads factory will give guests an insight about the Ghanaian beads industry. Here, guests will get to appreciate how beads are made from broken bottles, smashed, melted in hot ovens, transformed into recycled and antique beads, polished and uniquely designed. Beads are an essential part of most Ghanaian traditional communities during various occasions like naming, puberty rites, marriages, funerals and festivals. The beads from the Cedi Bead factory are displayed at the site for purchase and on display in museums across the world like Newark Museum, Dabls Mbad African Museum, and Picard Trade Bead Museum in the United States.

The night will be spent in a hotel in Akosombo.
Day 4 Day 4: Eastern Region
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Eastern Region

Akosombo

Hotel Relaxation

Guests can relax at the hotel or go swimming and enjoy the incredible breath-taking scenery. The hotel is surrounded by nature and natural beauty which creates a tranquil environment perfect for relaxation. The hotel also offers many exciting things to do like nature walk, spa treatment, water sports activities and other local games like ‘Ludu’ and ‘Oware’.

Boat Riding on Lake Volta

There will be a boat ride on Lake Volta where guests will get to see the highlands and beautiful islands surrounding Lake Volta. The Volta Lake is the largest man-made lake in Ghana and one of the largest in the world. Guests would have a view of and appreciate the popular Adomi Bridge built over Lake Volta by the first President of Ghana, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, to connect the Eastern Region to the Volta Region.

Drive back to Accra. Overnight stay in Accra
Day 5 Day 5: Central Region
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Central Region

Kakum National Park

Guests would visit the second largest national park in Ghana, the Kakum National Park. The canopy walkway, the main attraction for the visit, was built by 2 Canadians and 6 Ghanaians in 1994, commissioned in 1995. The walkway is a suspension bridge which is from 11 to about 50 meters high with a distance of about 350 meters. Guests are assured safety as three of the Ghanaians who helped to build the walkway are still with the park and carry out periodic maintenance. Guests get to appreciate the variety in the vegetation and some bird and butterfly species in the rainforest from a fascinating view above. This tour is recommended for those who want to conquer their fear of heights.

Cape Coast Castle

Guests would visit one of the largest castles built by the Europeans in 1652 to keep slaves. This was where slaves were kept before being taken to the “new world” through the door of no return. The door of no return is now referred to as the door of return to signify the return of the descendants of slaves from the diaspora. The castle has served various purposes and is currently designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where the history of slavery is kept authentic and told from the African perspective.

Overnight night stay in Accra.
Day 6 Day 6: Accra
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Accra

Accra

Meet with Tailor to Pick Up Clothes

On this day, guests can meet with the tailor to pick up Clothes and if there are any alterations to be done on the clothes, it would be done on this day.

Kwame Nkrumah Museum

The Kwame Nkrumah Museum is the final burial place for the first president of Ghana, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, where his tomb and that of his wife can be found alongside. The site was where Nkrumah stood to declare independence of the country on 6th March, 1957. It houses his personal effects and belongings, his publications and books and also some awards he was able to acquire while alive. The museum takes guests through his childhood, his political life, his achievements and successes as the leader of the country and his overthrow up till his death.

Arts and Craft Market

Guests would visit the Accra Arts and Craft Market to have a look, and purchase some Ghanaian inspired arts and craft as souvenirs from their visit. The Arts and Craft Market is an array of stalls or shops that sell crafts like wooden carvings, clothes, beads and many other accessories for a take away from a memorable visit to Ghana. Here, venders will try to get the attention and persuade guests to purchase from them as there are similar items in several shops in the same market.

Black Star Square

In 1961, during the visit of Queen Elisabeth II and Prince Charles to Ghana, the black star square also known as the independence square was commissioned by the first president of Ghana, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. At the square, guests would get to see the independence arc, the black star gate and the monument of Liberation. The site is a very large open space bounded by stands that can seat about 30,000 people. It was built to commemorate the independence of Ghana as symbol of self-reliance and a place of national unity. The space is used to host other national, religious and commercial events like political rallies and entertainment concerts.

Shopping for Souvenirs

Guests who are interested in shopping for souvenirs to take back home with them as a reminder of their travels and to show where they have been can do so on this day. If you want to experience a local Ghanaian market, we would definitely recommend visiting the Makola Market which has a very vibrant atmosphere and you can find so many Local things to purchase. Tourists who are interested in arts and crafts like wood carvings, paintings and African printed clothes and accessories can also visit the Accra Arts Center or the Osu Oxford street.

NB: You have the option of going shopping by yourself with an Uber or Taxi or we could make arrangements for our driver to drive you to these shopping centers.

Overnight night stay in Accra
Day 7 Day 7: Accra
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Accra

Departure

On the last day, guests will have some time for last minute preparations like exploring the city on their own (depending on your time of departure), packing, hotel checkout, and receiving covid test results before checking in at the airport for final departure.

Please note that, hotel checkout is at 12pm.

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Seven Days Outdoor Adventure Tour

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Itinerary of your trip Seven Days Outdoor Adventure Tour

Day 1: Arrival In Accra

Day 2: Eastern Region, Boti

Day 3: Eastern Region

Day 4: Eastern Region

Day 5: Central Region

Day 6: Accra

Day 7: Accra

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