GHANA CULTURAL SAFARI AND DENTAL MISSION TRIP.
7 DAYS
- Mar 6 - 13, 2025
- Group size: 1 - 40
About this trip.
Explore the rich cultural heritage of Ghana while digging deep into its history. Do a Safari and give back to the friendly locals by supporting a local children’s orphanage.
They say that Ghana is near the “center” of the world, enough reason for those bitten by the travel bug to visit this African nation. This country is bordered by the Gulf of Guinea, the Atlantic Ocean, and the less-traveled Togo, Burkina Faso, and Ivory Coast, one of the most beginner-friendly African destinations.
Thanks to the coast, this West African nation has a warm climate that attracts sun-worshippers. Beyond the shores, it has grasslands, shrublands, forests, savannahs, and mangroves where wildlife thrives. Its bustling urban centers are places of awe, too.
Tourists who plan to swim, stroll the city, or be within lush forests will have a good time in Ghana.
Especially if you have chosen Safari N Smiles as your travel partner.
Highlights
ARRIVAL TO GHANA
Upon arriving at the Kotoka International Airport, a Safari N Smiles guide or driver will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel. They would assist you with your hotel check in and preparations for the next day. Hotel Check in begins at 12:00pm. The night will be spent in Accra. (Lancaster Hotel)
COMMUNITY HEALTH OUTREACH DAY
This is our day to give back to the community through a Mission Outreach. We will be doing actual dental work like screenings, education, extractions and possible prophies. We will be giving goodie bags with oral care products like toothbrushes, floss and toothpastes. More information will be shared on this.
AROUND ACCRA.
In the Morning Your guide will take you to exchange your currency for Cedi. For guests who prefer to use the ATM or bank, you would be taken to the closest one available to get some money. For guests who are interested in sewing some African attire, we can arrange a meeting with a tailor to take your measurements and styles for sewing.
Aburi Gardens
Aburi garden is a very beautiful and popular destination found on the hills of Aburi in the Eastern part of Ghana, a few kilometres away from the main city, Accra. The garden is made up of hundreds of plants which have a lot of medicinal uses, some of which are used to cure many illnesses. They are used to make different spices and are also used for beautification purposes. There is also a carved tree which looks like a real dead tree which represents the struggles of life. Most of the trees were planted by some colonial masters, and other important leaders around Africa. Tetteh Quarshie Cocoa farm.
Tetteh Quarshie Cocoa Farm is located at Akuapem Mampong, in the Eastern part of Ghana. Tourists get to experience a demonstration of the actual planting of cocoa seeds, the processes undertaken by the farmer, the harvesting and drying of the seeds and pods. The tour guide walks tourists through the farm whiles pondering on the various stages of cocoa processing into raw cocoa powder to the stage from which the Ghanaian and other industries manufacture the world’s favourite chocolates, ice creams and many other chocolate products. Overnight stay in Accra. (Lancaster Hotel)
Aburi Gardens
Aburi garden is a very beautiful and popular destination found on the hills of Aburi in the Eastern part of Ghana, a few kilometres away from the main city, Accra. The garden is made up of hundreds of plants which have a lot of medicinal uses, some of which are used to cure many illnesses. They are used to make different spices and are also used for beautification purposes. There is also a carved tree which looks like a real dead tree which represents the struggles of life. Most of the trees were planted by some colonial masters, and other important leaders around Africa. Tetteh Quarshie Cocoa farm.
Tetteh Quarshie Cocoa Farm is located at Akuapem Mampong, in the Eastern part of Ghana. Tourists get to experience a demonstration of the actual planting of cocoa seeds, the processes undertaken by the farmer, the harvesting and drying of the seeds and pods. The tour guide walks tourists through the farm whiles pondering on the various stages of cocoa processing into raw cocoa powder to the stage from which the Ghanaian and other industries manufacture the world’s favourite chocolates, ice creams and many other chocolate products. Overnight stay in Accra. (Lancaster Hotel)
KAKUM NATIONAL PARK & Cape Coast Castle(Door of No Return)
The Kakum National Park was established in 1932. Kakum National Park is a home for lovers of nature. The Park is made up of mostly undisturbed virgin rainforest and is one of the famous national parks in Ghana. It protects plant and animal treasures of the African tropical forest. Trails provide self-guided day hiking opportunities where you may sight some of the over 200 bird species represented: the parrot, bee-eaters, blue plantain-eaters, hornbills, and kingfishers. The dense vegetation provides cover for globally endangered species such as the forest elephant and bongo - the largest forest antelope, as well as various types of monkeys. The Canopy Walkway, suspended 30 meters above the ground, provides a treetop view of the beautiful forest.
Cape Coast Castle Cape Coast Castle is one of the largest of the castles built by European powers in today Ghana. It began as a trade lodge constructed by the Portuguese in 1555 on a part of the Gold Coast, which later became known as the Cape Coast. The Cape Coast Castle has served as the West African headquarters of the president of the Committee of Merchants; the seat of the British governor; and a school. It is open to the public and is currently a historical museum with Ghanaian arts and crafts gift shop, and it is the regional headquarters of Ghana Museums and Mon-uments Board. Drive back to Accra. Overnight stay in Accra (Lancaster Hotel)
Cape Coast Castle Cape Coast Castle is one of the largest of the castles built by European powers in today Ghana. It began as a trade lodge constructed by the Portuguese in 1555 on a part of the Gold Coast, which later became known as the Cape Coast. The Cape Coast Castle has served as the West African headquarters of the president of the Committee of Merchants; the seat of the British governor; and a school. It is open to the public and is currently a historical museum with Ghanaian arts and crafts gift shop, and it is the regional headquarters of Ghana Museums and Mon-uments Board. Drive back to Accra. Overnight stay in Accra (Lancaster Hotel)
COMMUNITY HEALTH OUTREACH DAY
This is our day to give back to the community through a Mission Outreach. We will be doing actual dental work like screenings, education, extractions and possible prophies. We will be giving goodie bags with oral care products like toothbrushes, floss and toothpastes. More information will be shared on this.
AROUND ACCRA
In the Morning Your guide will take you to exchange your currency for Cedi. For guests who prefer to use the ATM or bank, you would be taken to the closest one available to get some money. For guests who are interested in sewing some African attire, we can arrange a meeting with a tailor to take your measurements and styles for sewing.
Aburi Gardens
Aburi garden is a very beautiful and popular destination found on the hills of Aburi in the Eastern part of Ghana, a few kilometres away from the main city, Accra. The garden is made up of hundreds of plants which have a lot of medicinal uses, some of which are used to cure many illnesses. They are used to make different spices and are also used for beautification purposes. There is also a carved tree which looks like a real dead tree which represents the struggles of life. Most of the trees were planted by some colonial masters, and other important leaders around Africa. Tetteh Quarshie Cocoa farm
Tetteh Quarshie Cocoa Farm is located at Akuapem Mampong, in the Eastern part of Ghana. Tourists get to experience a demonstration of the actual planting of cocoa seeds, the processes undertaken by the farmer, the harvesting and drying of the seeds and pods. The tour guide walks tourists through the farm whiles pondering on the various stages of cocoa processing into raw cocoa powder to the stage from which the Ghanaian and other industries manufacture the world’s favourite chocolates, ice creams and many other chocolate products. Overnight stay in Accra. (Lancaster Hotel)
Aburi garden is a very beautiful and popular destination found on the hills of Aburi in the Eastern part of Ghana, a few kilometres away from the main city, Accra. The garden is made up of hundreds of plants which have a lot of medicinal uses, some of which are used to cure many illnesses. They are used to make different spices and are also used for beautification purposes. There is also a carved tree which looks like a real dead tree which represents the struggles of life. Most of the trees were planted by some colonial masters, and other important leaders around Africa. Tetteh Quarshie Cocoa farm
Tetteh Quarshie Cocoa Farm is located at Akuapem Mampong, in the Eastern part of Ghana. Tourists get to experience a demonstration of the actual planting of cocoa seeds, the processes undertaken by the farmer, the harvesting and drying of the seeds and pods. The tour guide walks tourists through the farm whiles pondering on the various stages of cocoa processing into raw cocoa powder to the stage from which the Ghanaian and other industries manufacture the world’s favourite chocolates, ice creams and many other chocolate products. Overnight stay in Accra. (Lancaster Hotel)
KAKUM NATIONAL PARK & Cape Coast Castle (Door of No Return)
The Kakum National Park was established in 1932. Kakum National Park is a home for lovers of nature. The Park is made up of mostly undisturbed virgin rainforest and is one of the famous national parks in Ghana. It protects plant and animal treasures of the African tropical forest. Trails provide self-guided day hiking opportunities where you may sight some of the over 200 bird species represented: the parrot, bee-eaters, blue plantain-eaters, hornbills, and kingfishers. The dense vegetation provides cover for globally endangered species such as the forest elephant and bongo - the largest forest antelope, as well as various types of monkeys. The Canopy Walkway, suspended 30 meters above the ground, provides a treetop view of the beautiful forest.
Cape Coast Castle
Cape Coast Castle is one of the largest of the castles built by European powers in today Ghana. It began as a trade lodge constructed by the Portuguese in 1555 on a part of the Gold Coast, which later became known as the Cape Coast. The Cape Coast Castle has served as the West African headquarters of the president of the Committee of Merchants; the seat of the British governor; and a school. It is open to the public and is currently a historical museum with Ghanaian arts and crafts gift shop, and it is the regional headquarters of Ghana Museums and Mon-uments Board. Drive back to Accra. Overnight stay in Accra (Lancaster Hotel)
Cedi bead factory / Boat Ride on Lake Volta
It is a site for learning bead making and checking out already made beads displayed for purchase. Guests will get the opportunity to experience the process of bead making from start to finish.
Boat Ride on Lake Volta
There will be a boat ride on Lake Volta where guests will see beautiful islands surrounding the lake and have a nice view of the popular Adomi Bridge.
Overnight stay in Volta Region (Afrikiko Beach Resort)
Wli Waterfalls/ Tafi atome Monkey Sanctuary
The Wli Falls is known to be the longest/highest waterfall in West Africa. The fall is locally known as Agumatsa waterfalls, which simply means “Allow Me to Flow''. It is located approximately 280km from the capital city of Ghana, Accra.
Tafi atome Monkey Sanctuary
It is a forest and a habitat to over 700 Sacred Mona Monkeys population that live in a protected virgin forest which is in a ‘U’ shape form. Guests will get the opportunity to see the monkeys up close and feed them. These mona monkeys are very friendly and love to pose for pictures with guests.
It is a forest and a habitat to over 700 Sacred Mona Monkeys population that live in a protected virgin forest which is in a ‘U’ shape form. Guests will get the opportunity to see the monkeys up close and feed them. These mona monkeys are very friendly and love to pose for pictures with guests.
Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum / Black star square / Art Centre / Night Life
Kwame Nkrumah Museum is also known as the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park. It is the last resting place of the first President of Ghana, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. This Museum is dedicated to him to honor his dedication in liberating Ghana, formally known as Gold Coast, from colonial rule. The Museum houses the personal effects and publications of Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah and pictures showing his life history with some of the most famous people of his time.
Black star square Kwame Nkrumah commissioned the Independence Square, also known as Black Star Square, to honor the visit of Queen Elizabeth II. The Independence Square is a vast, empty expanse of concrete overlooked by spectator stands which can seat about 30,000 people. The Independence Arch was an inspiration to other Af-rican countries vying for independence and the Flame of African Liberation. The
roundabout before the square contains in the center, The Black Star Gate also known as the Black Star Monument which was built in 1961. The vast area, built under Kwame Nkrumah’s regime, is designed for huge events and military marches and commercial events such as concerts and fashion shows, which take place throughout the year.
Art Centre
The Center for National Culture crafts market can also be simply known as the Arts Center. There are so many different stalls selling different varieties of Ghanaian inspired arts and crafts and this is one of the cool places to shop in Accra. There is so much to see and buy from woven Kente cloth, wooden sculptures to earrings and other fashion accessories matched with the latest in African Attire fashion from all over Ghana.
Nightlife
Guests who are interested in having a nightlife experience in Accra would be able to visit any of these hangout options (but not restricted to these options) provided to have a feel of Accra at night. Some of these hangouts options have contemporary live band music with good food and drinks. Overnight stay in Accra (Lancaster Hotel)
SHOPPING AND DEPATURE.
Guests will have some time for last minute preparations like exploring the city on their own (depending on your time of departure), packing, hotel checkout, and receiving covid test results (if taken) before checking in at the airport for final departure. Please note that, hotel checkout is at 12pm.
If you would like to extend your stay and visit areas not in the itinerary , contact us for a private quote
Need To Know
TOUR INFORMATION
Package is Inclusive of:
- All Local Transportation Including airport transfers.
- Meals in the itinerary Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
- All entry fees To all the listed areas.
- Accommodation 7 nights accommodation (4 star accommodation)
- Accommodation 7 nights accommodation (4 star accommodation)
Excludes;
- International Airfare.
- Visa
- Extra Activities That are not listed in the itinerary.
Available options.
Double Occupancy.
$3,500
Deposit: $200.
Shared room with your travel mate or we pair you with one of same gender .
Available until December 11, 2024
Single Occupancy.
$3,999
Deposit: $200.
Available until December 13, 2024
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