Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
On this tour we will explore Ghana's top most historical town. We will visit the Elmina Castle which is the oldest building in existence below the sub sahara built in 1484 by the Portuguese. We will see the 17th century Dutch Cemetery, walk pass some of the historical and colonial stone age houses, visit homes and have interaction with the local people. Have lunch at top view restaurant over looking at lagoon and castle.
Bottled water
Snacks
Lunch
Gratuities
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
This tour starts in Cape Coast/Elmina and travellers will have to be there. But we are still able to pick up travellers outside Cape Coast/Elmina if that is easier for travellers and with that they will have to directly pay driver/fuel for the ride from Accra.
Traveler pickup
Kotoka Airport, Accra, Ghana
Elmina, Elmina, Ghana On this tour we will explore Ghana's top most historical town. We will visit the Elmina Castle which is the oldest building in existence below the sub sahara built in 1484 by the Portuguese. We will see the 17th century Dutch Cemetery, walk pass some of the historical and colonial stone age houses, visit homes and have interaction with the local people. Have lunch at top view restaurant over looking at lagoon and castle. 60 minutes
Cape Coast Castle, Cape Coast, Ghana Visit the township, markets and the castle 60 minutes
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a walking tour
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
lbirks90
08 Jul 2024
I booked this tour the night before, so I appreciate their availability to provide me a tour. Given that it was only me, they adjust the tour to be the Elmina Slave Dungeon and a tour of Elmina. Both tour guides were very knowledgeable of the community's history. I greatly appreciated this cultural tour.
Wanderer63042184706
26 Jun 2024
Excellent walking tour with of the park Elmina township, highlighting it’s unique history, culture and architecture. Very knowledgeable tour guide. The tour of the castle was excellent as well.
Ryan_W
09 May 2024
The walking tour of Cape Coast and Elmina is an eye-opening and profound experience that I highly recommend to anyone visiting Ghana. This tour offers a poignant journey through Ghana's history, focusing on the harrowing era of the Atlantic slave trade.
Nana was exceptionally knowledgeable and sensitive in discussing this difficult subject matter. We started at Elmina Castle, a site that served as a major hub of the slave trade. As we walked through the dungeons and courtyards, our guide painted a vivid picture of the unimaginable suffering endured by the countless Africans who passed through these walls.
Despite the heavy topic, the tour was not entirely somber. We also learned about the resilience and rich cultural traditions of the Ghanaian people, and how they have worked to overcome this painful past. The contrast between the stark white castle walls and the colorful fishing boats in the harbor was striking.
Next, we visited Cape Coast Castle, another key site in the slave trade history. Here, we further explored the complexities of Ghana's past and the impacts of European colonialism. The beautiful coastal setting of Cape Coast Castle, with its crashing waves and sea breezes, provided moments of quiet reflection.
Throughout the tour, Nana encouraged questions and fostered a respectful atmosphere for discussion. The small group size allowed for a more intimate and personalized experience.
While confronting the brutalities of the slave trade was emotionally challenging, I left the tour with a deeper understanding and appreciation for Ghana's history and its ongoing journey of healing and growth. The walking tour of Cape Coast and Elmina is a must for any traveler seeking a meaningful, educational experience in Ghana. It's a testament to the importance of remembering and learning from even the darkest chapters of human history.
This tour in
Accra
is organized by
Freelancenana Travel And Tours
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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