GHANA
Ghana's standouts.
The 10 most popular tours in Ghana. What each day actually involves, who guides it, and what it costs to book.
Cape Coast castles and Kakum canopy walkway from Accra, with pickup, Wi-Fi on board, admission fees included, snacks, and a private guide.
“It was fabulous and guides were knowledgeable friendly and helpful Enjoyed the small group experience Well taken care of as I was travelling solo”
Accra day trip to Cape Coast and Elmina slave castles plus Kakum canopy walk. Long drive, deep history, included admissions and pickup.
“Gian was the personification of calm under pressure. On our way to the National Park he luckily noticed a sound coming from the engine. Upon inspection he found a frayed fan belt. He tracked down a couple mechanics, located a new belt and we were able to finish the tour albeit a bit late. A…”
Cape Coast, Elmina Castle, and Kakum Park in one packed day from Accra, with a guided canopy walk and UNESCO slave castles.
“The trip was exceptional. If you are lucky enough to get Thompson you are in for a memorable experience. He is incredibly knowledgeable and a wonderful conversationalist. I learned so much about Ghana through the journey and he knows the best spot for lunch. He appreciated our emotional responses to the castles, which themselves are…”
A half-day to full-day sweep of Accra’s best-known sights—museum, markets, forts, Black Star sites, and La Pleasure Beach.
“Clinton was an exceptional and knowledgeable host and guide. A credit to the team. Would happily do the tour again”
Accra city tour with Nkrumah Park, Black Star Square, Du Bois Center, National Museum, and Makola Market. AC bus, Wi‑Fi, 6 hours.
“We had a great time on the tour with our guide Emmanuel. He was very helpful, knowledgeable and good at checking that we were doing fine and enjoying ourselves. I would definitely recommend.”
Private day trip from Accra to Kakum canopy walk and Elmina and Cape Coast castles, with admission, lunch, and air-conditioned transport.
“Makafui was our tour guide. She made our experience very enjoyable and she is very knowledgeable about this tour. You won't be disappointed with her as your guide”
A 7-hour Accra day trip to Aburi Botanical Gardens, Boti Falls, Umbrella Rock, and Tetteh Quarshie cocoa farm, with guided hikes and cocoa tasting.
“Had a great time. Both Emmanuel and Thomas were very helpful and informative.They are the best part of this trip”
Accra to Cape Coast and Elmina castles plus Kakum canopy walkway. UNESCO slavery sites, ocean lunch, and treetop rainforest views.
“A very rushed trip with the scariest driving I’ve ever encountered. We were told we would arrive at Cape Coast in 2 hours, but it was over 4 of unmoving traffic, speeding then slamming brakes, and false hope that we were going to get there soRead more”
A 4-hour Accra highlights tour with a local guide. See Black Star Gate, Osu Castle, James Town views, Nkrumah, and more.
“Great private tour of Accra. The guide was very knowledgeable and shared some interesting facts about Ghana's history.”
4-hour Accra heritage tour with Black Star Square, Osu Castle, Nkrumah Memorial Park, and lunch, plus hotel pickup and an English guide.
“David was very helpful and taught us a lot about Ghananian culture. He was quick to answer any questions we had and I can honestly recommend Kaya tours when you’re in Accra. The cape coast tour with them was also amazing and we really enjoyed it.”
