Ghana

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Ghana Itinerary  

12/28 DAY 1 – Akwaabaa: 

• We will meet in Accra, Ghana at the Kotoka International Airport. Guests will be picked up by  Hotel concierge
• Money Exchange 
• Tailor fittings 
• Welcome Dinner and hotel banquet hall at 9 PM.  
• Attire: animal prints and head wraps. 
• Meet and greet welcome dinner. 

12/29 DAY 2 – 

• Accra (morning)City bus tour.  
• Attire: Hues of Africa T-shirts 
• Independence Square: Celebration and national events are held here. 
• Nkrumah Kwame Center: Former president who made monumental strides during his presidency. Here you will take photos and visit a mini museum.  
• Attend Afro Feature (evening): Art installations, music, friends, food and photo opportunities.  

12/30 DAY 3 –  

• Aburi Gardens 
• Waterfalls 
• ATV Aburi: for a day of quad biking and refreshing waterfalls. 
• Attire: swimsuits(red, yellow or green) 

• Clothing that you do not mind getting dirty. 

12/31 DAY 4 –  Travel to Kumasi (5 hours 30 minutes) 

• Ashanti King’s Palace 
• Sword fighting 
• Shopping at Kejetia Market: This is the largest center in Kumasi, shop to you drop as you will find everything you need in the market from Shea Butter, clothing, fans and much more.  
• At night: activity club or lounge  

1/1 DAY 5 –  

• Batik Making Class: You will learn how to dye, print and make your own batik scarf to take home as a souvenir 
• Dancing and Drumming lessons: You will learn the significance of the rhythm & beat of the drum, while learning simple dance moves.  
• Service Project: We will volunteer at an orphanage providing essential items as well as our time (dialogue & dancing) 
• Evening pool party 

1/2 DAY 6 – 

• Naming Ceremony: During this time you will meet the Queen Mother, Chief and Elders in the Village. You will also be give your Akan name and meaning. 
• Cooking Class: You will learn how to prepare Jollof Rice. One of the most popular dishes in Ghana.  

1/3 DAY 7 – Travel to Capecoast (travel time 4 hours) 

• Kakum National Park: We will climb stairs to the forest and walk on suspended bridges. You may see bird sightings while in the jungle.  
• Slave Ancestral River 

1/4 DAY 8 –  

• Elmina & Cape Coast Castle: You will learn about how Africans were sold in slavery and the significance of the door of no return.  
• Attire: Shades of brown and gold accessories  

1/5 DAY 9 –  

Return to Accra 

Departure: Airports or hotel drop-off 

Included in the Price: 

• Accommodations
• Excursions
• Transportation
• Swag Bag
• Daily Breakfast
• Welcome Dinner
• 1 Lunch (cooking class)
• Airport Transfers

Not included in the Price: 

• Round Trip Airfare
• Ghana Visa
• Covid Testing Fees
• Travel Insurance
• Tips & Gratuities 
• Daily lunch and dinner

• Travel Insurance
• Yellow Fever Vaccination
• Passport: At least 6months validity
• Covid Testing to enter and leave Ghana
• Visa: Ghanian Visa ($60 Single or $100 Multiple Entry)

Question: Do I need to be vaccinated?
Answer:  Yes, you will show proof while completing your visa application and when you arrive at the airport.

Question: Do I need a passport?
Answer: Yes, Passport must have at least 6 months validity.

Question: When is the payment due?

Answer:. Submit form & non-refundable $300 deposit to secure a spot. Payments are due as soon as possible. (Please see payment options on Payment Tab)

Question: Are payment plans options available?

Answer: Yes, monthly payment plans are available. 

Question: What is included in the price?

Answer: Accommodations, Excursions, Transportation & Daily Breakfast & some meals

Question: What type of accommodations will I be staying in?
Answer: Hotels 3-4 star property & Airbnb (Names of accommodations will be provided at a later date)

Question: As a single person, how will I find a roommate?
Answer: Priced is based on double occupancy. After filling out a roommate survey, you will be paired with another traveler. 

Question: What if I want a single room?
Answer: There will be an additional fee for single supplement (please ask about pricing)

Question: How many different cities will we be visiting?
Answer: We will be visiting  3 cities: Accra, Kumasi & Cape Coast 

Question: What type of transportation will we be using?
Answer: Transportation depends on the number of travelers. (Usually a car, van or bus)

Question: Is airport pick-up provided in the package?

Answer: Round trip airport pick-up is included in the package

Question: What if I don’t want to participate in all excursions?
Answer: Feel free to inform the host in advance of which excursions you will not attend. It is to be noted that the price is NOT reduced if you choose not to attend.

Question: I have dietary restrictions or do not eat certain foods.
Answer:  Inform host of dietary restrictions.

Question: What type of clothing should I pack?
Answer: A mixture of pants, shorts, dresses, skirts, bathing suits, light jacket etc.

Question: Will I be able to party or go to a club?

Answer: Yes, you will have free time in the evening to visit night clubs.

Question: Do I need to exchange money?
Answer: Yes, you will exchange US Dollars to Ghana Cedis 

Question: Will I need additional money?
Answer: Yes, if you would like to purchase souvenirs, Some lunch and dinners, etc 

Question: Do I need travel insurance?
Answer: Yes, you must obtain travel insurance. Proof will be required

Suggestions: Allianz, Roam Right, Safety Wings, Seven Corner, AIG Travel, World Nomads Travel Insurance

Question: Will I be provided with support prior to the trip?

Answer: After deposit is made you will be invited to the Facebook page, group support for visa application, whatsapp group, and emails for additional questions.

Question: Are Tickets non- Refundable?
Answer: No, but you can transfer or utilize your payment for a future trip

Please let me know if you have any further questions.

Question: Is this trip for me?

Answer: If you are open minded, flexible, flow with possible changes, great attitude, can get along with others, patient, open to learning about new cultures, love trying new foods and want to learn more about Ghanaian life then this will be a trip of a lifetime.

Payments are accepted several ways

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PayPal: Please pay through PayPal HERE

Stripe: Credit/Debit Payments are accepted but will incur a 2.9% + .30 cents per transaction.