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Cape Coast & Elmina Castle Tour: Explore Heritage Sites & Kakum National Park
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45 Ratings
Accra
Embark on a captivating tour of Cape Coast and Elmina Castles, and Kakum National Park. Discover the rich heritage sites, explore local communities, and learn about the dark history of the slave trade in colonial West Africa.
Embark on a captivating tour of Cape Coast and Elmina Castles, and Kakum National Park. Discover the rich heritage sites, explore local communities, and learn about the dark history of the slave trade in colonial West Africa.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Cape Coast Castle - The former slave castle at Cape Coast built 1555 is a UNESCO World Heritage site commemorating a sad history inflicted on Africa…you will be expose to the activities of the slave trade era and the effects it had on our culture, nations and humanity as a whole… Those of the African Diaspora may request a ‘Door of Return’…
- Cape Coast Castle - The former slave castle at Cape Coast built 1555 is a UNESCO World Heritage site commemorating a sad history inflicted on Africa…you will be expose to the activities of the slave trade era and the effects it had on our culture, nations and humanity as a whole… Those of the African Diaspora may request a ‘Door of Return’ ceremony (extra fee).
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Elmina Castle - Elmina Castle was erected by the Portuguese in 1482. in present-day Elmina, Ghana (formerly the Gold Coast). It was the first trading post built on the Gulf of Guinea. this attraction will as well expose you to the activities of the slave trade era and the effects it had on communities, nations and humanity as a whole. a walk down the local fishing market
Elmina is also a picturesque fishing town along Ghana’s coast, - Cape Coast Walk - Enjoy a pleasurable oceanside lunch featuring some fresh Ghana food along the ocean. Interact with the locals along the Castle Beach..
- Kakum National Park - Visit Kakum National Park to enjoy West Africa’s longest rain forest canopy walkway,…The prominent landscape of the park is tropical forest accounting for 90% of the park landscape. It is one of three places in Africa that features a canopy walk through the trees. It covers a distance of 1,150 feet (350 m) while connecting through seven different trees…
What's Included
- Private transportation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Additional Information
While traveling from Accra to Cape Coast, take the opportunity to explore local communities on the way and visit the U.N. World Heritage Sites of Cape Coast and Elmina Castle. Consider taking a day trip from Accra to Cape Coast, Elmina Castles, and Kakum National Park with your own private guide. You’ll be able to experience the Kakum National Park…
While traveling from Accra to Cape Coast, take the opportunity to explore local communities on the way and visit the U.N. World Heritage Sites of Cape Coast and Elmina Castle. Consider taking a day trip from Accra to Cape Coast, Elmina Castles, and Kakum National Park with your own private guide. You’ll be able to experience the Kakum National Park canopy walkway and learn from an expert local guide about colonial West Africa and the history of the slave trade at Elmina Castle and Cape Coast Castle. This location will provide valuable insight into how the slave trade has affected humanity forever. Let’s plan and make this trip happen!
Location
Accra Mall
Spintex Road
Accra Mall Gate 2 or you can rather call the contact on our page for clarity..
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Nanaat6596xy
Oct 4, 2024
Incredible Tour of Assin Manso, Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle, and Kakum National Park! - I truly enjoyed the incredible tour to Assin Manso, Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle, and Kakum National Park provided by Kwame Tours. This tour was a perfect blend of history, culture, and nature, and I cannot recommend it enough!
The tour began at Assin Manso, once a final stop for many enslaved Africans before being sent to the Americas. Walking the grounds and learning about the significance of this site was emotional, but also incredibly powerful. Next, we visited the Cape Coast Castle. Our guide was knowledgeable and passionate, offering insights into the transatlantic slave trade and sharing stories that made history come alive. We then had lunch at the Lemon Lounge, and the service and food were great. Next, we visited Elmina Castle and the guided tour was expertly done. Our driver, James, was very flexible and accommodating, and he graciously took pictures and videos of our group throughout the day to help us capture our memorable experiences. We ended our tour at Kakum National Park where we were able to learn about the local flora and fauna. It was a wonderful way to connect with nature after learning about such profound historical experiences.
Overall, this tour was well-organized, and our guides were kind, professional, knowledgeable, and respectful throughout. If you’re visiting Ghana, this tour is an absolute must for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of the country’s rich history while also enjoying its natural beauty.
Thank you for an unforgettable experience! I highly recommend this tour to anyone traveling to Ghana.
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Dreamer25481342877
Oct 2, 2024
Cape coast tour - "Unforgettable Experience!
Our Cape Coast tour was a poignant and eye-opening journey. The guide's expertise brought the history of the castle and slave trade to life. The stunning beach views and warm local hospitality were a perfect contrast.
Rating: 5/5
Highlights:
- Informative and empathetic guide
- Hauntingly beautiful Cape Coast Castle
- Serene beach relaxation
Recommendation:
A must-do for anyone seeking to understand Ghana's complex past and resilient
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B1733gzalyssaa
Oct 1, 2024
First And Definitely Not The Last! - Kwame and his group did an amazing job putting this tour together for us. We were a group of 9 and we each had a blast! We learned so much while also having fun and getting amazing photos. The canopy bridge is a must it will not disappoint. Book Book Book!
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Cfrau
Sep 29, 2024
Great day tour from Accra to see key sites - Very well organised trip to the National park, and both castles to learn all about Ghana’s history in the slave trade.
As a couple, we joined a bigger family group and were transported in an air conditioned van safely.
Local guides assisted at each location and the experience was fantastic. Lunch at the seaside cafe was great too - recommend the Red Red with fish & a cold Club beer
A long drive home (unavoidable) after the sites but a well arranged tour. Thanks, Kwame & team
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Resort274594
Sep 22, 2024
3 Part Tour - Great tour. We learned a lot at each of the three locations. History of the castles with a fun tree excursion thrown in. Driving with Kwame was fun.
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Cytandra_h
Sep 2, 2024
A tour everyone should do - This tour starts with a high adrenaline canopy walk in the forest, which is the fun part. The trip to the castles is heart-wrenching and sickening, but so important to experience. You learn about slavery before the departure of the slave ships. Every person should do this tour so that we remember we are all human, the cruelty that can happen when we are driven by greed and how critical it is we ensure it never happens again.
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Tamarami629nu
Aug 12, 2024
Great Experience - Going to Cape Coast and booking this tour was a spur-of-the-moment decision but we are so glad we did it! Mike, our driver and tour guide, was extremely accommodating with our pick-up and drop-off and he knew the location extremely well. He was friendly, easy to talk to, and was happy to answer all our questions about the area. Would definitely recommend to anyone thinking of exploring the Cape Coast area.
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291jonahg
Aug 11, 2024
Excellent one-day experience with a terrific guide - Booked this tour in our last week of a months-long trip to Ghana and loved every second of it. Mike was an incredible tour guide who got us around efficiently and knew all of the areas extremely well. He would even strike up conversations with other tourists we met in the area. He was also very accommodating in terms of pick up and drop-off. Overall, an unbeatable one-day experience if you're interested in visiting some of Ghana's best destinations!
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Nanash6181oi
Jul 28, 2024
Very well balanced 1-day Cape Coast tour - We had an excellent tour with Kwame Tours. Daniel, our driver and guide was prompt and transported us safely to/from Cape Coast. The Kakum Canopy Walk was a real fun experience. The the visits to Elmina and Cape Coast Castles were informative and sobering, particularly the latter where we had a brilliant tour by the museum guide. I would recommend Kwame Tours to others, particularly if you enjoy private tours as was in my case.
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Moniquegrammed
Jul 23, 2024
Well planned trip for a group of 6 - We booked the full day cape coast tour for a group of 6. Three adults and three kids 15,12 and 8. The drive from Accra was long and due to road system we left early our driver was swift and made sure we moved quickly. Our guide was Daniel he was excellent he even had time to entertain an 8-year old that was bored on the road. Kakum park is definitely one that you need prepare to walk have good shoes we were there during rainy season and there was some slipping and sliding. But everyone was safe. The ropes are high but they give you the option not to take the higher courses. Only 2 of our groups did the high ropes. We had an absolute blast. Both Elimina and Cape Coast are heavy experiences to see how the Dutch and the British held humans as currency and bartered them for spices and trivialities like combs. Overall as a black American it was something I needed to see for myself but be prepared for a sobering experience. Kwame tours handled and thought of everything we booked our trip as an all inclusive so they handled food water and everything but you can opt to buy your own meals. They also picked us up from our Accra home so it was true door to door well thought out experience. We ended up later contacting them to book a private tour to Boti Falls, Tete Quarshie’s Cocoa Farm and Cedi Beads.
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