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Diaspora Heritage Tour, Authentic Ghananian Naming Ceremony

By Best of Africa Travels Ltd
Free cancellation available
Price is £227 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

This experience is specially created for African Americans and Caribbeans, offering a deep immersion into Ghanaian culture. As travellers, you will take part in a traditional naming ceremony Akwaaba (Welcome) a symbolic return to your roots and connection with your ancestors. Participants receive traditional Ghanaian names, symbolising their inclusion in the community. By sharing your date of birth, you will receive a Ghanaian name along with a laminated certificate of recognition, Ghanaian naming ceremony offers a unique and enriching experience, providing deep cultural immersion and a personal connection with your ancestors. The ceremony includes being dressed in beautifully tailored Ghanaian cloth, honouring you as a child of the earth.

The ceremony involves spiritual blessings, drumming, dancing, and feasting, creating a joyous celebration of life and identity. This cross-cultural exchange leaves lasting memories of belonging and meaningful connection with Ghanaian traditions.

Activity location

  • Assin Manso, Ghana
    • Assin Manso, Central Region, Ghana A
    • Assin Manso, Ghana

Meeting/Redemption Point

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

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Diaspora Heritage Tour, Authentic Ghananian Naming Ceremony
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:00
Price details
£227.25 x 1 Adult£227.25
Total
Price is £227.25
Until Mon, 6 Apr

What's included, what's not

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    Bottled water
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    Snacks
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    All Fees and Taxes
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Breakfast
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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

Assin Manso, Ghana

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Experience a unique Naming Ceremony led by the Queen Mother, a significant cultural event that deeply connects participants to local traditions. Known as "Outdooring" in some ethnic groups, particularly among the Akan, this ceremony marks the introduction of an individual to the community and their ancestors. The ceremony offers an opportunity to receive a traditional Ghanaian name, often based on the day of the week you were born, following the Akan tradition. It typically includes prayers, libation pouring to honour the ancestors, and blessings from elders. The event is further enriched with drumming, dancing, and a communal meal. For foreigners, participating in this rite provides profound cultural immersion and demonstrates respect for Ghanaian traditions, creating a meaningful bond between the visitor and the local community. The new name symbolises their integration into Ghanaian culture and heritage.

Assin Manso Ancestral Slave River Park

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
One of the biggest slave markets for assembling individuals to sell into slavery during the infamous transatlantic slave trade was Assin Manso Ancestral Slave River Park. As you will be travelling the same path as the ancestors of many African Americans, it is especially worthwhile to see as a prelude to seeing Cape Coast Slave Castle. On their journey, slaves would take their final bath at Assin Manso. The reinstatement site of Lady Crystal from Jamaica and Carson from New York, two diasporas, is also located there.

Cape Coast Castle

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
A tragic chapter in Africa's history is commemorated by the UNESCO World Heritage site that was once a slave castle. You will learn about the activities of the slave trade era and its effects on our culture, nations, and humanity at large.

Location

Activity location

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    Assin Manso, Ghana
    • Assin Manso, Central Region, Ghana A
    • Assin Manso, Ghana

Meeting/Redemption Point

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

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