8 Days Tour: Discovering Ghana… (trip)

8 Days Tour: Discovering Ghana With Confidence

  • Ghana
  • Active & Adventure
  • Culture & Nature

from $1,759* per person8 DaysYear-round
Comfort accommodations Exertion level: 5
Operator: ucomeafrik tours 2 people max
DISCOVERING GHANA WITH CONFIDENCE is an opportunity to learn about the history, lifestyle, culture, food and the way of life in Ghana. Ghana is located in west African and stands out as the "black star" of Africa. on this trip you will experience culture, heritage, warmth and rhythm and also discover where nature is still pure.

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Locations visited/nearby

Ghana, Africa, Antarctica and Arctic, Asia, Caribbean, Central America, Europe, Middle East, North America, Australia and Pacific, South America, Southeast Asia, Mediterranean, Torres Del Paine, Trentino Alto Adige, Turquoise Coast, Tuscany - Toscana, Ukraine, Umbria, West Africa

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3 testimonials about the provider, ucomeafrik tours:

  • Reviewer: Hope located in Boston,, Massachusetts USA

    I have hired Confidence twice for trips in West Africa and both were lovely experiences. He makes an intimidating part of the world easy. He was always professional, punctual and personable. Would definitely hire again.

  • Reviewer: Garret Paterson located in USA

    Fun, Safe Trip Of A Lifetime With Confidence

    Reviewed November 19, 2019

    From the first contact over WhatsApp to dropping me off at the Lagos airport, Confidence and his team were one of the best tour guides I have ever had, and everything was sharp-sharp (when you call/text/WhatsApp Confidence, he will tell you what it means)! Like many people, I was nervous about picking a guide, but Confidence provided five American citizens’ names as references to call. When I called/texted them, they all got back with me quickly, and helped me to know I was in good, safe hands with Confidence. I ended up putting down an 80% deposit, which allowed us to concentrate on the experience!

    After living in Brazil on assignment with my company for two years as well as growing up in the Southern U.S., I knew I had to visit West Africa to learn about the history and influence it had on two cultures that I love dearly. Confidence tailored a trip, starting by taking me to the African Diaspora festival in Badagary, where they invite Americans (As in North and South America, and Caribbean) whose ancestors were brought over in the slave trade back to walk the path their ancestors took. There are no museum experiences or words to describe the sadness I felt walking the path that slaves walked, or feeling the weight of the chains that were put on them. After the walk, the festival cheered me up, with music, dancing, and masquerades. The people were extremely friendly, and helped to give me hope again. Confidence’s attention to detail, such as keeping my cellphone in his bag, knowing the locals, and even having some cash on hand for people, kept the day smooth and invigorating. We drank some Palm Wine with the locals, and stayed the night.

    The best activity we attended was Felabration, or an Afro-Beat music festival named in honor of Fela Kuti. When I arrived in Nigeria, I told Confidence I usually don’t stay out late, but the music was so good, I stayed out until 2:30AM! I could see and feel the African roots of Brazilian samba and axé and United States’ blues and funk.

    One thing I wish I could have done is contacted Confidence earlier. Countries like Brazil and Nigeria have many controls to make sure people are safe, and money is not sent due to Fraud. For example, there is no way to send money to Confidence quickly, as all transactions are researched and can take 5-10 days. Confidence might ask for a large portion of the deposit upfront, and possibly sent to his Ghana account, but this is to insure he can use the money to reserve activities. As an accountant, I am happy to explain why this exists, and Confidence can share my contact information with you.

    I had such a good time, I will be doing a week in Ghana with Confidence next year!

  • Reviewer: Mary Levering located in DC, Washington USA

    Confidence Ekele Is An Excellent Travel Organizer For Liberia And Ghana

    Reviewed August 18, 2017

    Confidence Ekele provided me with excellent travel support in planning and organizing my April 2017 land-based travel arrangements in Monrovia, Liberia.  He speaks English fluently, and though living in Ghana, he is also experienced and knowledgeable about Liberia.  In advance of my travel, Confidence was always helpful and responsive to all my requests.  He communicated clearly and regularly with me in advance about my local arrangements in Liberia, and was also dependably helpful after my arrival.  In fact, in order to meet me in person when I arrived at the Monrovia airport, he traveled all the way by bus from his home base in Acccra,Chana.  He also made arrangements for our local transportation (car and driver) with Michael Williams, a very fine and knowledgeable Liberian national.  Together Confidence and Michael ensured that I was able to see and experience as much as possible during the 3 short days I spent in Liberia, including visiting many sights in Monrovia itself, and -- at my special request -- attending Easter Sunday Mass at Monrovia's Cathedral; visiting the famous, now-derelict hotel and conference center outside Monrovia (built for the 1979 Organization of African Unity meeting); and locating the remote cemetery with thousands of  2014+ ebola victims' graves deep in the country side outside Monrovia.  During my Liberia visit, both Confidence and Michael were prompt and dependable, always on time, knowledgeable and helpful, trustworthy, plus kind and pleasant.  I highly recommend Confidence (and Michael) to any traveler who wants dependable, responsive and affordable travel support in either Liberia or Ghana.  Mary Levering, Washington, DC, USA 

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Special information

  • This is a custom departure, meaning this trip is offered on dates that you arrange privately with the provider. Additionally, you need to form your own private group for this trip. The itinerary and price here is just a sample. Contact the provider for detailed pricing, minimum group size, and scheduling information. For most providers, the larger the group you are traveling with, the lower the per-person cost will be.
  • Accommodates certain types of disabilities. Contact the operator for more information.
  • Family oriented trip.
  • This trip is an independent tour: you choose the features you want included (hotels, excursions, flights, cars, etc…)
  • Self-guided (includes hotels, maps, luggage transfer, etc but no guide).

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival, picked up by Confidence and check into hotel for relaxation (maybe a night out to Osu oxford street or 233 Jazz bar )

 
 Day 2:    A city tour of Accra

ACCRA City Tour (visit to historical landmarks such as W. E. B. Dubois Center for Pan African Culture,Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, Independence/Black Star Square, National Museum,Osu (formerly Christiansborg) Castle-the previous seat of the Ghanaian Presidency,Jamestown, Flagstaff House , Kane Kwesi Carpentry workshop. O/N Paloma hotel


Day 3: Travel/ Trip to cape coast/ Elmina.

 CAPE COAST/Elmina
This morning will be to Cape Coast and we shall explore and experience the Cape Coast Castle on a guided tour. Cape Coast Castle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and was one of the departure points for Africans being sent into slavery in the Americas. The castle is home to the infamous “Door of No Return”.  O/N at One Africa Lodge

 Day 4:     KUMASI  
After breakfast we shall embark on  6 hour trip from  cape coast to Kumasi. Arrive in kumasi and if there is time we shall visit the Ashanti craft villages;The woodcarving village of Ahwiaa, known for the talented craftsmen who fashion royal stools, walking sticks and fertility dolls from wood. O/N Golden tulip Accra
 
Day  5:    KUMASI
An early morning visit to Bonwire, where the famous Kente cloth is handmade on looms in a time-honored tradition passed down through generations. You will see the Kente weavers in process of creating Kente cloth in various styles and have the opportunity to try your hand at weaving.
Also on our list is to visit the Village of Ntonso where artisan’s hand-stamp patterns on cotton cloth to make Adinkra textiles. You will learn how the black dye is made from the bark of trees. After this we shall leave  for  akosombo. O/N in Akosombo

 
Day 6 :        Volta
Set sail on the Dodi Princess
The cruise ship  traverses Lake Volta and, despite the name, predates the famously doomed relationship between Princess Diana and Dodi Fayed. Built at the Tema Shipyard in 1977 and originally intended to haul cargo, it was converted into a passenger ship in 1991. It has three decks, with the lower one air conditioned, a cocktail bar, an area for barbecuing and even a sick bay. On a good day out, expect photo-worthy views, barbecue lunches and live music on deck. Just 5 km from the shores of Lake Volta is the popular stop, Dodi Island..
return to Accra ( IF WE ARE ON TIME.) and over night in Paloma Hotel or similar.
 
Day 7 :   Bojo Beach resort  
 
Day 8 : Relaxation . If the flight will be in the evening, we can go for shopping/sight seeing at Accra mall). Relaxation and departure.


Includes:
Airport pick-up
Certified Guide/Driver  (no night driving outside cities)
A private air-conditioned Mini Van  including fuel
Budget through standard accommodation with breakfast
Staff lodging when outside Accra and an African meal allowance for your guide

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