4 days tour

The Four Day Trail

$ 850 .00 USD

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The Four Day Trail

This tour includes:

Transport

Fuel surcharge Loal Transportation

Others

Entrance Fees Hotel pick-up and drop-off within Accra

Guide

24hr Ongoing Support

Not included:

Meals

Flights

Flight not included

Accommodation

Insurance

Insurance not included

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Itinerary of your trip The Four Day Trail

  • Day 1 Day 1: Cape Coast
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Cape Coast

      Kakum National Park

      There would be a visit to the Kakum National Park, the second  largest national park in Ghana. It is the home for various animals, reptiles and birds that are dominantly nocturnal; active and usually seen at night. There is a 15 minute walk/hike to the canopy walkway, the main attraction of the visit. The walkway was built by 2 Canadians and 6 Ghanaians in 1994, about 40-50 metres high with a distance of about 350 metres. The walkway gives an aerial view of the forest and guest safety is assured as three of the Ghanaians who helped to build the walkway are still with the park and carry out frequent maintenance. This tour is recommended for those who would want to conquer their fear of heights.


      Cape Coast Castle

      Cape Coast Castle is one of the largest of the castles built by European powers in today Ghana. It began as a trade lodge constructed by the Portuguese in 1555 on a part of the Gold Coast, which later became known as the Cape Coast. The Cape Coast Castle has served as the West African headquarters of the president of the Committee of Merchants; the seat of the British governor; and a school. It is open to the public and is currently a historical museum with Ghanaian arts and crafts gift shop, and it is the The Cape Coast Castle is the smallest and the only castle built for the purpose of  slavery by the Europeans in 1652. The Cape Coast Castle as recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site has become an important site in the remembrance of the history of slavery. On the first Pan African Festival celebrations in 1998, remains of 2 slaves from Jamaica and Barbados were exhumed and brought back to Ghana through the door of no return, now the door of return. This was a symbolic welcome to their descendants saying, they are always free to return to their roots where they were taken. The site has contributed to preserving our history as Africans and helped tell the African perspective to slavery.

       

      Overnight Stay in Accra

  • Day 2 Day 2: Eastern Region
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Eastern Region

      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.

       

      Aburi Botanical 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.

       

      Overnight Stay in Accra

  • Day 3 Day 3: Eastern Region
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Eastern Region


      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.


      Boat Riding on Lake Volta

      Guests will get to embark on about an hour boat ride on the Lake Volta located in Akosombo. On the boat ride, guests will have the opportunity to see the Adomi bridge built by the first President of Ghana, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah in 1957 over the Volta Lake to connect the Eastern region to the Volta Region. There are different islands, highlands and communities on and around the river which is breathtaking to see. 


      Overnight Stay in Accra

  • Day 4 Day 4: Accra
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Accra

      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.  

       

      Art Center

      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 Stay in Accra

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 3 / Max: 89

Age range allowed for this experience.

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