Ghana holidays
| country: | Ghana |
| departures: | These tours depart all year round and can be tailor made for groups of 3 or more travellers |
| price: | From £799 - £999 (11 - 14 days) excluding flights. Price includes transfers, accommodation, all meals inc snacks & mineral water, park entrance fees, excursions and guides. Single supplement £100. We can help arrange flights from the UK |
| vouchers: | Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday |
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the amazing things you'll be doing
Our Search for Sirigu, 11 day tour takes you on an amazing adventure to the Upper East region of Ghana. This region is the smallest in the country but also the most culturally diverse. There are over 33 different dialects spoken here, you can travel from one village to the next and find the local tongue differs greatly.
Our journey takes us to areas seldom visited by tourists experiencing life how it really is for most Ghanaians in the remote parts of the wonderful land. A definite highlight of this tour is spending a few days with our friends in Sirigu, a quite remarkable village where we are made to feel so welcome. We trek the hills of the Talensi people searching for the cave of the oracle, through some of the most beautiful habitat and views in the country.
Throughout our journey our main focal point is mixing with the locals at every opportunity learning their cultural values and traditions, whilst staying within their communities knowing our presence is benefiting some of the more deprived areas of Ghana. We are sure on our 11 day tour to experience the colourful and warm hospitality of the varied ethnic groups within Ghana and immersing yourself in their diverse culture and traditions, is an experience that will live with you forever.
Our Feel the Real Ghana, 14 day tour takes you on an amazing adventure of discoveries across the tribal lands of this wonderful country. During our travels we immerse ourselves into the culture and daily life of the many ethnic groups we encounter, sharing life experiences and making friends during our journey.
This tour takes us to more than 4 community development and wildlife conservation projects within different regions of the country, we dedicate quality time staying within these communities learning the history behind their establishment. Our presence here contributes to the sustainability of these all important sites and benefits the local economies in these remote areas which are seldom visited by tourists. You will be amazed at the generosity and welcome given to you by people who have so little and leave with the feeling you have experienced the real Ghana, with the memories burning on forever.
Our journey takes us to areas seldom visited by tourists experiencing life how it really is for most Ghanaians in the remote parts of the wonderful land. A definite highlight of this tour is spending a few days with our friends in Sirigu, a quite remarkable village where we are made to feel so welcome. We trek the hills of the Talensi people searching for the cave of the oracle, through some of the most beautiful habitat and views in the country.
Throughout our journey our main focal point is mixing with the locals at every opportunity learning their cultural values and traditions, whilst staying within their communities knowing our presence is benefiting some of the more deprived areas of Ghana. We are sure on our 11 day tour to experience the colourful and warm hospitality of the varied ethnic groups within Ghana and immersing yourself in their diverse culture and traditions, is an experience that will live with you forever.
Our Feel the Real Ghana, 14 day tour takes you on an amazing adventure of discoveries across the tribal lands of this wonderful country. During our travels we immerse ourselves into the culture and daily life of the many ethnic groups we encounter, sharing life experiences and making friends during our journey.
This tour takes us to more than 4 community development and wildlife conservation projects within different regions of the country, we dedicate quality time staying within these communities learning the history behind their establishment. Our presence here contributes to the sustainability of these all important sites and benefits the local economies in these remote areas which are seldom visited by tourists. You will be amazed at the generosity and welcome given to you by people who have so little and leave with the feeling you have experienced the real Ghana, with the memories burning on forever.
day-by-day itinerary
Search for Sirigu, 11 day tour
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
Feel the Real Ghana, 14 day tour
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
| Day 1: | Our experienced guides will meet with you at the Kotoka International airport Accra and transfer you to your hotel. After checking you in your cultural guides offer you Akwaaba (welcome) and brief you on all aspects of your trip. (D) |
| Day 2: | The beginning of an adventure that will live in the memory forever, we collect you from your hotel and set off for Kumasi passing through the Akwapim range en-route, offering outstanding views of Accra in the distance. We pass through Aburi craft village, Boti waterfalls (seasonal) and visit a family making traditional glass beads before reaching Kumasi capital of the Ashanti region of Ghana. (B,D) |
| Day 3: | A morning dedicated to exploring the markets and city centre of this wonderful city. We spend quality time in Adum Kumasi’s commercial hub, before experiencing Kejetia West Africa’s largest outdoor market. In the afternoon we will be spending time in the ancient craft villages found within touching distance of the city centre. We meet the local communities of Ntunso renowned for Adinkra and Kente, during our time with the locals we learn about their cultural values and the history behind these traditional cloths. (B,D) |
| Day 4: | After breakfast we learn the process of traditional brass casting with a visit to Sokoban Krofrom masters in this art. After seeing the skilled craftsman at work we set off on the beginning of our Northern adventure first stop first stop is Techiman and the sacred monkeys of Boebeng-Fiema. We spend the afternoon with the community walking trails into the forest to see the Mona and black and white colobus monkeys, whilst learning the history behind their protection and why they are perceived to be sacred. (B,D) |
| Day 5: | We set off for the Upper East region stopping in Gambaga en route, here we find an ancient witches camp where over 230 women have taken refuge after being banished from their communities for being witches. After spending time with them in the community we continue through many ancient villages with fine examples of traditional housing before finally arriving at the wonderful village of Sirigu. (B,D) |
| Day 6: | A visit to the local chief’s palace and market for a culturally packed morning with the locals, we meet the children of a local orphanage and visit some of the beautifully decorated homesteads a tradition spanning centuries. In the afternoon we set off for the Tongo Hills to meet the Talensi tribe and trek to the cave of the Oracle, during our time here we mix with the community, meet the chief and his 17 wives. (B,D) |
| Day 7: | We set off for Mole National Park, Ghana’s oldest, largest and best game viewing park in the Northern region. During our journey we stop at Larabanga and the 14th century mud and stick mosque learning the history behind this traditional Sudanese building of worship. (B,D) |
| Day 8: | A morning foot safari around the watering holes with armed guide, getting extremely close to African elephants the worlds largest land mammal on foot. After a morning of wildlife viewing we set off for Kumasi stopping at the beautiful Kintampo waterfall en route. (B,D) |
| Day 9: | A morning visit to the National cultural centre and Prempeh II Jubilee museum found in one of the oldest suburbs of Kumasi. We set off for Cape Coast passing through Obuasi en route, on our arrival we visit the Cape Coast Castle a UNESCO World heritage site, for a thought provoking journey through Ghana’s tragic enslaved African trade era. (B,D) |
| Day 10: | A morning visit to the world famous Kakum Canopy walkway, found in Kakum National Park, a beautiful tropical Guinea rainforest which supports over 40 mammal species and 300 species of birds. Afterwards we visit a coco farm, palm nut plantation and traditional palm wine tapers. In the afternoon we enjoy some time in the fishing town of Elmina before a relaxing early evening at one of Ghana’s most beautiful beaches. (B,D) |
| Day 11: | Sadly your final day with us in Ghana, after a leisurely breakfast we set off for Accra visiting the National Museum and Cultural Centre on our arrival. We enjoy an early evening meal before your transfer to the airport after a wonderful 11 days in Ghana. (B,D) |
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
Feel the Real Ghana, 14 day tour
| Day 1: | Our experienced guides will meet with you at the Kotoka International airport Accra and transfer you to your hotel. After checking you in your cultural guides offer you Akwaaba (welcome) and brief you on all aspects of your trip. (D) |
| Day 2: | The beginning of an adventure that will live in the memory forever, we collect you from your hotel and set off for Kumasi passing through the Akwapim range en-route, offering outstanding views of Accra in the distance. We pass through Aburi craft village, Boti waterfalls (seasonal) and visit a family making traditional glass beads before reaching Kumasi capital of the Ashanti region of Ghana. B(B,D) |
| Day 3: | A morning dedicated to exploring the markets and city centre of this wonderful city. We spend quality time in Adum Kumasi’s commercial hub, before experiencing Kejetia West Africa’s largest outdoor market. In the afternoon we will be spending time in the ancient craft villages found within touching distance of the city centre. We meet the local communities of Ntunso renowned for Adinkra and Kente, during our time with the locals we learn about their cultural values and the history behind these traditional cloths. (B,D) |
| Day 4: | After breakfast we learn the process of traditional brass casting with a visit to Sokoban Krofrom masters in this art. After seeing the skilled craftsman at work we set off on the beginning of our Northern adventure first stop first stop is Techiman and the sacred monkeys of Boebeng-Fiema. We spend the afternoon with the community walking trails into the forest to see the Mona and black and white colobus monkeys, whilst learning the history behind their protection and why they are perceived to be sacred. (B,D) |
| Day 5: | The day starts with a buzz as we set of for the Wechiau community hippo sanctuary, stopping at a traditional Sudanese style mud and stick mosque en route. We arrive at Wechiau which was voted the 3rd best conservation destination by the Independent news paper (UK) in 2000. We spend the afternoon and evening with the local Lobi community, enjoying traditional music around our bonfire under the beautiful African night’s sky. (B,D) |
| Day 6: | An early morning river safari in traditional dug out canoe viewing the endangered hippos being protected along the beautiful Black Volta River. We return to our lodge before setting off for an afternoon in Wechiau meeting and mixing with the locals, we visit the chief’s palace and have the option of sleeping at the hippo hide in the evening. (B,D) |
| Day 7: | An early start as we set off for Sirigu in The Upper East of Ghana, passing through Wa capital of the Upper West en route. We journey through many ancient villages with fine examples of traditional housing before finally arriving at the wonderful village of Sirigu. (B,D) |
| Day 8: | A visit to the local chief’s palace and market for a culturally packed morning with the locals, we meet the children of a local orphanage and visit some of the beautifully decorated homesteads a tradition spanning centuries. In the afternoon we set off for the Tongo Hills to meet the Talensi tribe and trek to the cave of the Oracle, during our time here we mix with the community, meet the chief and his 17 wives. (B,D) |
| Day 9: | After a hearty breakfast we set off for Mole National Park Ghana’s largest, oldest and best game viewing park. We stop at Larabanga mosque before arriving at our hotel where we relax and enjoy our evening meal whilst watching the sunset over the savannah woodland and enjoying the feeling of being so close to nature. (B,D) |
| Day 10: | A morning dedicated to wildlife viewing and tracking the worlds largest land mammal, African elephant on foot with armed guide getting extremely close to this remarkable animal. After a wildlife packed morning the remainder of the day is spent enjoying our beautiful surroundings on our final evening at Mole. (B,D) |
| Day 11: | After a leisurely breakfast we set off for Kumasi stopping at the beautiful Kintampo waterfall en route. (B,D) |
| Day 12: | A morning visit to the National cultural centre and Prempeh II Jubilee museum found in one of the oldest suburbs of Kumasi. We set off for Cape Coast passing through Obuasi en route, on our arrival we visit the Cape Coast Castle a UNESCO World heritage site, for a thought provoking journey through Ghana’s tragic enslaved African trade era. (B,D) |
| Day 13: | A morning visit to the world famous Kakum Canopy walkway, found in Kakum National Park, a beautiful tropical Guinea rainforest which supports over 40 mammal species and 300 species of birds. Afterwards we visit a coco farm, palm nut plantation and traditional palm wine tapers. In the afternoon we enjoy some time in the fishing town of Elmina before a relaxing early evening at one of Ghana’s most beautiful beaches. (B,D) |
| Day 14: | Sadly your final day with us in Ghana, after a leisurely breakfast we set off for Accra visiting the National Museum and Cultural Centre on our arrival. We enjoy an early evening meal before your transfer to the airport after a wonderful 14 days in Ghana. (B,D) |
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
travellers' tales
To pick one would be impossible - but how about visiting and dancing with new friends from a Lobi village while listening to their incredible music (one of the "instruments" was a shovel) or following an elephant's footprints, then hearing him, particularly the sound of his ears flapping, before seeing him. (more)
how this holiday makes a difference
 We hope that by increasing responsible tourism in and around Ghana’s vulnerable wildlife parks and areas, the Ghanaian government will see the economical benefits and stop the deforestation, and increase government resources into protecting Ghana’s fragile flora and fauna. By visiting and supporting local eco tourism projects and benefiting the local economy, we encourage the continuation and protection of the local culture, history and traditions of these communities. We ensure the revenue is used for projects that benefit the whole community, which encourages them to protect the surrounding wildlife and flora. By booking this tour, a percentage of the profits goes towards our community project of improving school facilities in Womasi village. We employ local guides, drivers and cooks during all our tours, we source supplies where possible from the local communities & aim to use local businesses wherever possible. We encourage our guests to purchase goods and souvenirs locally & support our community project. |
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