Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle & Kakum National Park Day Tour

At a glance

Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle & Kakum National Park Day Tour is a 11h – 15h guided experience in Accra, Ghana, operated by Expedition-Go Tours Ltd. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 740 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $99 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Bottled Water, Private Tour Guide, WiFi on board.

Quick facts

Duration

11h – 15h

Group

Small group, up to 100 travellers

Languages

English, French

Pickup

Hotel pickup or meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Travellers

1–30 per booking

Ages

Infant 1–3 · Child 4–14 · Youth 15–17 · Adult 18–60 · Senior 61–80

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 1h

   The Cape Coast Castle is one of the biggest castles still standing in Ghana today which was constructed by European forces, On a portion of the Gold Coast that subsequently came to be known as the Cape Coast, it all started as a Portuguese trade lodge built in 1555. The Swedish Africa Company built a permanent wooden stronghold in 1653 to facilitate the trading of gold and lumber after Sweden conquered the Cape Coast. The regional office of the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board is located there, and it is currently a historical museum with a gift shop selling Ghanaian arts and crafts.

2. Stop 2 · 1h

   So Jorge da Mina (St. George of the Mine) was the name given to Elmina Castle by the Portuguese in 1482 when they erected it in Elmina, Ghana (formerly the Gold Coast). Elmina and Elmina Castle is the oldest European structure still standing below the Sahara because it was the first trading post ever constructed on the Gulf of Guinea. It was initially founded as a trading colony but eventually developed into one of the most significant sites along the path of the Atlantic slave trade. A significant portion of Werner Herzog's 1987 drama film "Cobra Verde" was filmed at Elmina Castle, which is now a well-known historical landmark. It serves as a stark reminder of the history of the slave trade and is a very sought-after destination for African American travelers hoping to connect with their heritage.

3. Stop 3 · 2h

   Ghana’s most visited attraction site, tucked away with the Kakum Rainforest is the amazing canopy walkway suspended 40m above ground level, which offers a fascinating and beautiful perspective of the forest and Wildlife.

Meeting point

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Good to know

• Service animals allowed
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Most travelers can participate
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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