A Journey Through Ghana’s Landscapes, Wildlife, Rainforest, Waterfalls & Conservation Communities

Leave Accra and begin your journey towards Ada Foah.

Along the way, stop at Shai Hills Conservation Area, where Ghana's landscape changes dramatically from urban surroundings to rocky hills and open woodland.

Depending on conditions, you may encounter baboons, monkeys, antelope and other wildlife.

There is also an opportunity to explore the landscape on foot, with a guided hike through the rocky terrain.

Continue towards Ada Foah, where the atmosphere becomes distinctly slower.

Explore the area's mangroves and wetlands, which provide important habitats for birds and other wildlife.

After checking into your accommodation, take time to enjoy the surroundings.

As evening approaches, gather around a campfire before dinner and relax beneath the open sky.

Overnight: Ada Foah
Meals: Dinner

Today takes you into the spectacular Volta Region.

Your first major experience is Wli Waterfalls, Ghana's highest waterfall.

Travel towards the Agumatsa Forest Reserve and begin the journey through the forest.

Depending on weather, trail conditions and your fitness level, follow the trail towards the falls, crossing streams and moving through lush vegetation.

The reward is the sight and sound of water cascading through the forest.

Continue to Mount Afadzato, one of Ghana's most prominent mountain landscapes.

For those who wish to hike, the mountain provides an opportunity to experience the landscape from a higher perspective.

Later, visit Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary, a community-based conservation initiative protecting Mona monkeys and their forest habitat.

Learn how local beliefs and community participation have helped protect the monkeys and their environment.

Return to your accommodation after a full day of nature and community experiences.

Overnight: Ada Foah / Volta Region
Meals: Dinner

Begin the day with a boat experience around Ada Foah.

Travel through the waterways and mangrove environment, observing birdlife and the relationship between local communities and the surrounding wetlands.

Afterwards, begin your journey back towards Accra.

Along the way, visit Aburi Botanical Gardens, located within the Akwapim mountain landscape.

Explore the gardens and learn about different plant species and their uses, including traditional medicinal knowledge.

The botanical garden provides a quieter and more reflective experience after the previous days of wildlife and adventure.

Return to Accra and settle in for the evening.

Overnight: Accra
Meals: According to selected package

Today takes you towards Ghana's Central Region.

Your first major stop is Cape Coast Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Ghana's most significant historical landmarks.

Explore the castle with a guide and learn about its role in the history of the transatlantic slave trade.

Continue to Elmina Castle, originally built by the Portuguese and later controlled by other European powers.

The visit provides another opportunity to understand Ghana's coastal history and its connection to the wider Atlantic world.

Afterwards, experience Elmina's living coastal community and observe the traditional fishing economy.

Your final major experience of the day is Kakum National Park.

Enter the rainforest and experience the famous canopy walkway suspended high above the forest floor.

Walk among the treetops and experience one of Ghana's most memorable natural environments from a completely different perspective.

Overnight: Cape Coast
Meals: According to selected package

After breakfast, begin the journey back towards Accra.

Along the way, stop at Assin Manso, an important site connected to the history of the transatlantic slave trade.

Visit the Donko Suo / Slave River, historically associated with the final bathing of enslaved people before their forced journey towards the coast.

The site offers an opportunity for reflection and remembrance.

Continue towards Accra.

The remainder of the day can be spent relaxing after several active days on the road.

Overnight: Accra
Meals: According to selected package

Return to the Aburi area for a deeper look at Ghana's botanical and craft traditions.

Explore the Aburi Botanical Gardens, taking time to appreciate its collection of tropical plants and the surrounding Akwapim landscape.

Learn more about the practical and traditional uses of plants and their role in Ghanaian life.

Later, return towards Accra for a hands-on batik-making workshop.

Learn how fabric is prepared, patterned and dyed using traditional techniques and natural materials.

You will have the opportunity to create your own piece of fabric.

This experience brings the eco-tourism theme into the creative space:

natural materials, traditional knowledge and human creativity coming together.

Overnight: Accra
Meals: Lunch, where included in the selected package

Your final day begins with a visit to the Accra Arts & Crafts Centre.

Browse locally produced textiles, carvings, jewellery, artwork and souvenirs.

Continue to Oxford Street and, depending on your departure schedule, the Accra Mall for final shopping or a relaxed final meal.

Then transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

Your eight-day adventure through Ghana's landscapes, wildlife, communities and cultural heritage comes to an end.

But hopefully, you leave with a greater appreciation for the relationship between Ghana's people and the natural world.

Meals: Breakfast, depending on departure time