Hello travelers! Are you ready to come to Ghana? Let me tell you what is so special about this trip! First, let me introduce myself, my name is Kingsley and I am the Owner of Biovell Company. I'll be your Facilitator, Driver, hiking partner, motivator, debating, and sing-along buddy adventure wingman, plus hopefully a good friend during and after the trip. I'm originally from Accra Ghana. I have spent several years living in Ghana, South Africa, and some months in Cote D’Ivoire. Traveling all over these countries got me to know some local cultures, and experience the slow pace of life. I'm also a qualified Tour guide with experience, with an emphasis on tours. You will enjoy a drive out of the city through the beautiful countryside, different local spice trees, and aromatics, a peaceful and unique boat cruise on Lake Volta, Africa's largest man-made lake, and aboard the cruise or on a lakeside view. Those with an appreciation for nature will enjoy the greenery, and beautiful waterfalls, situated in lush green forests and plants on offer with this tour package. Also, we will explore Nzulezu and have our Anthropology experience. We will equip ourselves with the necessary water safety material. The village can be reached only by canoe; the route, which crosses the rain forest, takes about an hour to 5 km away to get us to the village, with total safety. About the accommodation: We will stay at campsites which are included in the pricing. Most nights will be camping. The cost of Rooms and Bungalows depends on the location and needs to be booked in advance and is subject to availability. Upgrades for private rooms or bungalows are not included in the pricing. There are also opportunities to get some remote work done. We provide decent Internet and plenty of awesome spots to get all the inspiration you need. I'm a digital Nomad myself and also work on the road here and there. To summarise, what's included in the price? - Local transportation (A minibus equipped with all amenities will be provided for the trip) - Entrance fees to attractions - Fuel Charge - 24hr Ongoing Support - Hotel pick-up and drop-off within Accra (Private and shared rooms options) - Cost of Activities in Itinerary - Entry/Admission - Cape Coast Castle - Entry/Admission - Elmina Castle - Entry/Admission - Kakum National Park What's not included - Alcohol, Lunch, and other restaurants are not included in the price. - All other activities can be arranged and are to be paid for individually. There are loads of opportunities for Hiking, fishing, swimming, sea safari, paragliding, and many more activities that can also be enjoyed in spectacular scenery. If these few have tickled your fancy, there is more to experience. Just contact me, and we can get to know each other over a video call, and I'll answer all your questions.
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Trip Itinerary
1
Accra
Day 1-2
The trip will start from Accra, where we will spend 1 day before moving towards the western. On the first day, we will take it easy with a road trip. We will do a sightseeing trip to other tourist places along the way during our journey
2
Assin Manso Ancestral River Site
Day 2
On the way to the coastal dungeon, the slave merchants stopped at the DONKOR NSUO, ”the slave river”, in Assin Manso. Captured Africans were allowed to recuperate there after their long journey. Here, they were well-fed and rested for several days or weeks. The merchants knew they could guarantee higher prices if they appeared healthy and strong. DONKO NSUO is where the captives would take their last bath in the waters of their native land. The Portuguese began the inhumane practice of branding. They would use a red, hot branding iron to burn an identifying mark onto the skin of captives. The burns mark would leave a scar on the shoulder, the breast, or the upper arm to show ownership. Other times branding was used to show that proper duty had been paid. When it was time to leave, they were sorted, leaving the weak ones behind chained trees, where the unthinkable happened. The stronger captives continued walking for approximately 40 miles to Cape Coast Castle, still shacked and chained.
3
Cape Coast Castle
Day 2
Cape Coast Castle is one of the largest of the castles built by European powers in today Ghana. It began as a trading lodge constructed by the Portuguese in 1555 on a part of the Gold Coast, which later became known as the Cape Coast. In 1653, following Sweden’s conquest of the Cape Coast, the Swedish Africa Company constructed a permanent wooden fortress for trade in timber and gold. It is open to the public and is currently a historical museum with Ghanaian arts and crafts gift shop, and it is the regional headquarters of Ghana Museums and Monuments Board.
4
Elmina Castle
Day 2
Elmina Castle was established by the Portuguese in 1482 as São Jorge da Mina (St. George of the Mine) in Elmina, Ghana (formerly the Gold Coast). Elmina and Elmina Castle was the first trading post built on the Gulf of Guinea, and is the oldest European building in existence below the Sahara. It was first established as a trade settlement but later became one of the most important stops on the route of the Atlantic slave trade. Today Elmina Castle is a popular historical site, and was a major filming location for Werner Herzog's 1987 drama film "Cobra Verde". It is an extremely popular destination for African American tourists seeking to connect with their heritage and a powerful reminder of the history of the slave trade.
5
Kakum National Park
Day 2-3
The Park is made up of mostly undisturbed virgin rainforest and is one of the most famous national parks in Ghana. It protects the plant and animal treasures of the African tropical forest. Trails provide self-guided day hiking opportunities where you may sight some of the over 200 bird species represented: the parrot, bee-eaters, blue plantain-eaters, hornbills, and kingfishers. The dense vegetation provides cover for globally endangered species such as the forest elephant and bongo - the largest forest antelope, as well as various types of monkeys. The Canopy Walkway, suspended 30 meters above the ground, provides a treetop view of the beautiful forest
6
Nzulezo - The Village on Silts
Day 3
We will explore Nzulezu and have our Anthropology experience. We will equip ourselves with the necessary water safety material. The village can be reached only by canoe; the route, which crosses the rain forest, takes about an hour to 5 km away to get us to the village, with total safety. We will descend through the water channel, having to walk, detour, jump or rappel when we reach the village. I call this place the water village. There will be some traditional historical local stories to be shared by great storytellers there and good memorable moments will be shared. All this in a beautiful environment, will not leave us indifferent.
7
Shai-Hills Resource Reserve
Day 3-4
Shai Hills National Park (which is the closest National park to Accra). Here you can get close to wild animals such as baboons and antelopes, Zebras, ostriches other birds Fruit-eating bats, and much more. You will see the Historical Caves in the Park Reserve which was used as a safe and hiding place during wars in the olden days among the local's tribesmen.
8
Akosombo Dam
Day 4
Enjoy a peaceful and unique boat cruise on Lake Volta, Africa's largest man-made lake, and have a delicious lunch aboard the cruise or on a lakeside view. The biggest man-made lake in Africa and second in the world, and enjoy the beauty of the countryside. We have lunch at the lakefront, before or after the boat ride depending on how we are feeling After that, it's time to make our way back to Accra before it gets dark.
9
Aburi Botanical Garden
Day 4
Take a leisurely drive with us and enjoy the beautiful zigzag mountain drive to the amazing botanical garden, where you will be taken on a tour to be educated on some important plants and their scientific uses. You will also have the opportunity to see some trees planted by world leaders who visited the country.
10
Boti Waterfalls
Day 4
We will visit Boti falls also known as the "twin Falls" this attracts a lot of talking points because of its unique nature. Boti Falls is a twin waterfall located at Boti in Yilo Krobo District in the Eastern Region of Ghana. These twin falls, which come from two rivers, are referred to as female and male; according to local myth, a rainbow is formed when they merge.
Trip Summary
Accommodation
Hotel & Bed & Breakfast & Apartments & Camping
4 days trip
Accra, Assin Manso Ancestral River Site & 8 more
Transportation
Car
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