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Cape Coast Castle Kakum and Elmina Boat Day Trip from Accra

By People & Places
Free cancellation available
Price is £223 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 15h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Explore the rich history and natural beauty of Ghana on the Cape Coast Ancestral Tour. Begin at Kakum National Park, where you’ll stroll the canopy walkway, suspended high above the lush forest floor. Visit the historic Cape Coast Castle, a former slave fort, and learn about its profound impact on history. Experience the vibrant culture of the Elmina people through a scenic speed boat ride, gaining insights into their festivals and fishing community. Conclude your day with lunch at a beach resort(on your own account), reflecting on the resilience of the local people.

  • Immerse in Ghana's history at Cape Coast Castle
  • Walk the iconic canopy walkway at Kakum National Park
  • Discover Elmina's culture on a speed boat ride
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off included, with snacks provided

Activity location

  • Kakum National Park
    • Cape Coast, Ghana

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Accra Mall
    • Spintex Road
    • Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana

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Cape Coast Castle Kakum and Elmina Boat Day Trip from Accra
  • Activity duration is 15 hours15h
    15h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 06:00
Price details
£223.35 x 1 Adult£223.35
Total
Price is £223.35
Until Wed, 25 Mar

What's included, what's not

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    Boat Tour
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    Private transport
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    Cape Coast Castle
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    Bottled water
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    Kakum National Park
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    Snacks
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Fuel surcharge
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Kakum National Park

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Upon arrival, you’ll take a short 15 minute guided forest hike through lush tropical vegetation. The trail includes a few gentle uphill and rocky sections, but it’s manageable for most visitors and offers great views of the rainforest floor. At the top of the trail, you’ll step onto the iconic Kakum Canopy Walkway, a series of suspended bridges hanging high above the forest. The walkway is safe, well-maintained, slightly wobbly, and designed to give you a thrilling but secure experience. From up here, travellers enjoy panoramic views of the treetops, unique photo opportunities, and the chance to spot birds and wildlife. Your guide will share insights about the ecosystem, trees, birds, and conservation efforts, making this a perfect mix of adventure and nature.

Cape Coast Castle

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Explore Cape Coast Castle, one of the most important historical sites linked to the Transatlantic Slave Trade. With a certified castle guide, travellers walk through the male and female slave dungeons, where thousands of Africans were held before being shipped to the Americas and the Caribbean. You will visit the Door of No Return, a symbolic exit through which enslaved people passed onto waiting ships. Today, the site also includes the Door of Return, created to honour the African diaspora and welcome descendants back home. The tour continues through the governor’s quarters, the courtyard, and the old graveyard, offering a deeper understanding of colonial history, architecture, and daily life inside the fort. The experience is powerful, educational, and emotional, giving travellers a clear picture of how the castle functioned during the slave trade era.

Elmina lagoon

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Travellers explore Elmina’s vibrant fishing community through a guided speed-boat tour that begins on the lagoon and continues onto the open sea. On the lagoon, guests learn about the daily rhythm of the fishing community, how the women handle the selling and processing, while the men go out to fish. Guides explain the meaning of the colourful flags on each canoe, the traditional festivals connected to the fishing culture, and how the community preserves its heritage. The ride then heads out towards the sea for beautiful views of Elmina Castle, the coastline, and the bustling harbour. It’s a cultural, educational, and scenic experience in one.

Location

Activity location

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    Kakum National Park
    • Cape Coast, Ghana

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Accra Mall
    • Spintex Road
    • Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana

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