Embark on an unforgettable 10-day Ghana cultural and wildlife safari, designed to showcase the country’s rich indigenous heritage, vibrant traditions, and the genuine warmth of its people. This immersive journey blends history, nature, and authentic local experiences, taking you from bustling cities to iconic natural landscapes and historic landmarks.
Tour Highlights:
This well-rounded itinerary is perfect for travelers seeking a meaningful blend of culture, history, and nature in one of West Africa’s most welcoming destinations.
Category: Mini-adventure
Operating days: Every day
Departure time: 0800 hours
Departure point: Accra accommodation pick-up
Arrival point: Accra accommodation drop- off
Special instructions: please contact across Africa tours & travel to confirm your departure details at least one week before your first day of the visit.
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• Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary.
• Transportation in private vehicle air conditioned
• Experienced tour/safari guide
• Admission to listed sites.
• All meals as shown in the program.
Accommodation is shared but if the person wish not to share he/she will add mandatory single supplement fee
Upon arrival in Accra, Ghana’s vibrant capital city, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel for check-in.
Depending on your arrival time and personal preferences, you may enjoy a selection of optional activities, such as a short city orientation tour, local market visit, or relaxing time at the hotel.
In the evening, enjoy a delicious welcome dinner and unwind after your journey.
Overnight: Lancaster Hotel Accra (or a similar comfort-level hotel)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
It will be a full day tour to the city of Accra. Places of the visit include the Independence Square, have an opportunity to the enclosed flame of Africa that was lit by Dr. Kwame Nkrumah in 1961. Also, visit Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, where the first president of Ghana was laid to rest. The place is set in attractive gardens joined by the museum which has photos, artifacts, and insight of Dr. Nkrumah’s life. There is a National Culture Centre as well. It is the largest outdoor art and craft market in West Africa selling traditional crafts. Followed by James Town, Accra historical neighborhood where history resides. The town is well-known for its lighthouses that were constructed by the British in 1875 as a navigational aid for trading vessels. Lastly, walk around the Brazil House, learn more about the seven Afro-Brazilians families who returned to settle in Ghana in 1836. The most familiar name of Brazilian include; De Souza, Palmares, Azumah, Amorin, and others.
Dinner and overnight at Lancaster Hotel or similar
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today after breakfast, you will meet the guide at the hotel Lobby. Travel in an air-conditioned 4×4 to the Cape Coast, enjoying some snacks on the way. The first stop of the day is the Cape Coast Castle, one of about 40 slave castles or large commercial forts built on the Gold Coast of West Africa by European traders. Originally built as a Portuguese feitoria (trading post) in 1555, it was later used as part of the transAtlantic slave trade as a place slave were held before being loaded onto ships bound for the Americas. Next, visit Elmina Castle, erected by the Portuguese in 1482. The first trading post built on the Gulf of Guinea; Elmina Castle is the oldest European building in existence south of the Sahara. The last stop on the tour is Fort St Jago, also known as Fort Coenraadsburg or Fort São Tiago da Mina, a small Portuguese chapel built in honor of Saint Jago. Situated opposite the Elmina Castle, it was used to protect the castle and is one of the oldest military constructions on the Gold Coast.
Dinner and overnight at Coconut Grove Hotel or Similar
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Visit one of the most famous parks in Ghana, Kakum National Park. Take a brief walk through the forest floor. See birds, butterflies, and perhaps capture a variety of mammal’s species including the monkeys and reclusive forest elephant. In the afternoon you will have the the day to yourself to chill at the beach or engage into any optional activities at the Hotel.
Dinner and overnight at Coconut Grove Hotel or Similar
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, depart for Kumasi through the scenic Ashanti Region.En route, stop at Assin Manso, an important historical site along the slave route where you will learn about its significance in the transatlantic slave trade. A lunch break will also be taken along the way.
Upon arrival in Kumasi, visit the Komfo Anokye Sword Site, one of the most important historical landmarks in Ashanti history and a symbol of the unity of the Ashanti Kingdom.
Dinner and overnight at Lancaster Kumasi Hotel or Similar
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, embark on a fascinating journey into the heart of the Ashanti Kingdom, one of West Africa’s most powerful and culturally rich civilizations. This immersive cultural tour takes you through iconic craft villages and historic royal heritage sites that showcase the legacy, artistry, and traditions of the Ashanti people.
Your first stop is Bonwire, the birthplace of the world-famous Kente cloth. Here, you will witness skilled weavers demonstrating the intricate hand-weaving process that produces this vibrant fabric, once reserved for Ashanti royalty and now a global symbol of African heritage.
Continue to Ntonsu, renowned for its traditional Adinkra symbols. Learn how these symbolic designs are stamped onto cloth using carved calabash tools and natural dyes, each symbol carrying deep philosophical meanings that reflect Ashanti wisdom, values, and proverbs.
Next, visit Ahwiaa Craft Village, a hub for exceptional woodcarving and artisan craftsmanship. Explore beautifully handcrafted stools, sculptures, walking sticks, and ceremonial objects, all carved with precision and cultural significance. This is a perfect place to experience Ashanti creativity and purchase authentic souvenirs.
The tour continues to the historic Manhyia Palace, the official residence of the Ashanti kings (Asantehene) until 1974 and now a museum preserving priceless artifacts of the Ashanti Kingdom. Inside, you will discover treasured regalia, royal memorabilia, and exhibits that narrate the powerful history of the Ashanti people.
A highlight of the visit is the Okomfo Anokye Sword Site, a sacred symbol of Ashanti unity. According to legend, the sword marks the spot where the Golden Stool—the soul of the Ashanti nation—descended from the heavens. For over 300 years, the sword has remained untouched, as it is believed that removing it would bring misfortune and threaten the stability of the kingdom.
Dinner and overnight at Lancaster Hotel Kumasi or similar
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After exploring the rich Ashanti heritage in Kumasi, your journey continues northward through Ghana’s changing landscapes toward the country’s premier wildlife destination, Mole National Park.
Depart Kumasi after breakfast and travel through scenic savannah zones, rural communities, and traditional farmlands, offering a beautiful transition from the cultural south to Ghana’s wildlife-rich northern region. The drive typically takes around 8–10 hours depending on stops, making it a full-day overland journey with opportunities to experience authentic local life along the way.
Arrive in Mole National Park by late afternoon or evening and settle into your lodge overlooking the vast savannah. Mole is Ghana’s largest and most celebrated wildlife reserve, home to elephants, antelopes, warthogs, baboons, and over 300 bird species.
If time permits, enjoy your first guided evening or sunset walk around the lodge area, where wildlife often gathers near waterholes offering a magical introduction to your upcoming safari experience.
Dinner and overnight at Zaina Lodge or similar
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast depart for a mobbing game drive for baou two hours, if lucky you will see the elephants depending on the season. Mole National Park is Ghana’s largest wildlife refuge. The park is located in northwest Ghana on grassland savanna and riparian ecosystems at an elevation of 150 m, with sharp escarpment forming the southern boundary of the park. The park’s entrance is reached through the nearby town of Larabanga. The Lovi and Mole Rivers flow through the park, leaving behind only drinking holes during the long dry season. You will continue to Tamale an hour drive to catch your flight to Accra. Upon arrival to Accra you will be our guide will transfer you to the hotel for the overnight.
Dinner and overnight at Lancaster Accra Hotel or similar
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast and Dinner
We will pick you up from the hotel lobby at 8 am after breakfast. Drive about an hour to the outskirts of Accra to Cedo Beads. At cedo you will see the production of beads. Continue to Shai Hills Resource Reserve arriving late morning. The forest guard will guide you for about two hours hiking to the Shai people’s ancestral caves. You can’t miss seeing some wildlife like Kobs, Olives Baboons, monkeys and several species of birds.
Dinner and overnight at Lancaster Accra Hotel or similar
Meal(s) Included: Breakfastand Dinner
After breakfast, you will have the day to yourself, you can opt to participate in any optional activities below depart in the evening for your onward flight as per your flights schedule.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast
Optional Activities
1. Aburi Botanical Gardens, Cocoa Farms, Waterfalls Trip, 4 hours $79Per Adult, $30 Per Child
2. Shopping Spree in Accra 2 hours, $25 Per Adults, Child Free
