Ghana · FULL-DAY
Good full-day tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Travel from Accra to Cape Coast with a private guide such as James or Ibrahim, visit two former slave castles, eat beside the sea, and cross Kakum’s 350-meter canopy walkway. Expect a moving history lesson, forest views, and a long day on the road.
“Visits to Elmina and Gold Coast castles stood out for us. The history is moving. The guides were great in helping us to understand this history.”
Leave Accra at 8 a.m. for a private Shai Hills safari, historic caves, light hiking, and rock climbing, then cruise Lake Volta with lunch by the water. Guides such as Amara and Kobe add a personal touch, and you return before dark.
“my driver was on time and was very polite and informative. so far by far the best part of my trip. thanks !!!!”
Spend 5 to 6 hours exploring Accra with a private guide from Nyonkopa Eco Tours. Visit Independence Square, Makola Market, Jamestown, Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, and the W.E.B. Du Bois Center, with admission fees, pickup, and bottled water included.
“This tour was great and the customer service was absolutely Phenomenal!!! We were driving all around the city and given the history of Accra. Our guide, Kofi was super friendly and allowed us to make adjustments to our itinerary as we saw fit. Read more”
Spend eight hours exploring Accra through food, from a Ghanaian breakfast in East Legon to Makola Market, a local lunch in Osu, James Town’s fishing quarter, and Ghanaian cocoa desserts. Private transport, bottled water, coffee, tea, and all listed tastings are included.
“Look no further than Tourpedia Travel when planning your next trip to The Motherland. Ghana owes us nothing! They curated an extraordinary experience for my family and friends of food, history, excursions, culture and relaxation. You will find a piece of you, you didn’t even know you were missing. And will be ever nourished by it.”
Spend about eight hours with Nsroma Adventures visiting Aburi Botanical Gardens, riding quad bikes on rough trails near Adukrom, and swimming or standing beneath Asenema Waterfalls. Guides such as Prince and Martin add local detail, with pickup offered and a private group setting.
“This was a great experience. I loved every part of it. Martin at the Aburi botanical garden was very informative, as well as friendly. The quad course was really fun definitely a thrill. The coconut at the end was a nice touch. With the waterfall being the last stop it was the perfect finish to an amazing day. Our tours guides were awesome.”
Spend about 12 hours with a private guide such as Elliot exploring Cape Coast Castle and Assin Manso Ancestral Slave River Park. Hear the story of the transatlantic slave trade, enter the dungeons, see the Door of No Return, and visit a memorial river site. Kakum should be confirmed before booking.
“Just trust Elliot. I had a great experience with Elliot. He has delivered everything and more. He was attentive and genuinely wanted his guests to have a wonderful time. He was flexible and would improvise to make the experiences better. He woRead more”
Spend 5 to 6 hours exploring Accra by private, air-conditioned vehicle. Visit memorials, museums, Makola Market, Independence Square, a craft center, and the W.E.B. Du Bois Center, with hotel pickup, water, and admissions included.
“El tour comenzó en hora y me llevaron a los sitios estipulados. Se echó en falta un paseo o una parada en Jamestown, la parte mas antigua de la ciudad. me hubiera gustado parar en los fuertes, Usher y James. Como era domingo el mercado Read more”
Leave Accra early with a private guide and driver for Kumasi, visiting Manhyia Palace, the Okomfo Anokye Sword Site, Kejetia Market, craft workshops, Bonwire Kente Village, and Lake Bosomtwe. Guides such as Daniel, Kwame, James, Joseph, and Mike have handled the long day with care.
“Kumasi is a 6 hour drive from Accra. Our driver, James, checked in with us the day before to confirm the pick up location. We had selected the 5.30am start time. He was at our building from 5am allowing us to get on the road early. His colleague, Joseph also accompRead more”
Travel from Accra by 4x4 to Shai Hills Resource Reserve for wildlife viewing and hilltop walks, then cruise Volta Lake and see Ghana’s main hydro-electric plant. English-speaking guides, entrance fees, hotel pickup, lunch, and refreshments are included. A minimum of two people is required.
“We had a very enjoyable day with Emanuel . He picked us up on time and the journey to the Shai Hills was very comfortable . My friend and I were the only two on this event . Our guide at the Reservation Park was very knowledgeable and he was very happy to take Photos for us . The views from the top of the Hill was worth the climb. We had a very good experience. The man made lake was beautiful. The boat ride was shorter than expected . The lunch was delicious. We both enjoyed it very much .”
Travel from Coconut Beach to Shai Hills with an English-speaking guide and driver. You’ll ride through the reserve, look for baboons, zebras, antelopes, ostriches, and birds, then visit caves and climb rocks for broad views across the plains. Snacks, drinks, entrance tickets, and transport are included.
“Nice one-day trip with friendly tour guides and driver. The snacks and water they offered were abundant as well.”
Spend six hours seeing Accra with a private English-speaking guide, including Prince Öpare on request. Visit the National Museum, Makola Market, Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, Arts Centre, Black Star Square, and the W.E.B. DuBois Centre, with hotel pickup and drop-off included.
“I booked a city tour. My guide was Prince Öpare. It was very informative. Prince had a very good knowledge concerning the city and the respective attractions. He was in addition very polite and attentive.”
Start from Accra Mall at 7:00 am for a private, air-conditioned trip to Aburi Botanical Gardens and Boti Falls. Expect a garden visit, 250 steps to the twin falls, a one-hour forest hike to Umbrella Rock, and a short walk to a three-headed palm tree. Guides include Frank, David, and Nii.
“This was a very enjoyable tour. David was our tour guide and we felt very well taken care of and very well informed. He made sure to answer all of our questions and included so much extra information along the way that was not specifically Read more”
Leave Accra early for Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary, where bananas bring free-roaming monkeys close, then continue across Adomi Bridge to Wli Waterfalls. You get private transport, lunch, water, entrance fees, and hotel pickup. Ask about the optional overnight stay and Mount Afadjato hike.
“Highly recommend this tour. Amazing tour and amazing guides. They went above and beyond what was expected. Very friendly and kind guides. They know the area well and time the trip perfectly. There is an early start to avoid the traffic so iRead more”
Spend about 6.5 hours with Selbeck Travel and Tours exploring Bonwire Kente weaving and Ntonso Adinkra printing before receiving an Asante name in a traditional naming ceremony. Kwame and Priscilla may guide your private group, with transport, fees, and pickup included.
“My mother and I had an amazing time on this tour and highly recommend it! The visit to the Kente and Ntonso Adinkra villages was fascinating, and the Naming Ceremony was a truly special experience. The hosts were attentive and made thRead more”
Spend five to six hours with Tour With Lex exploring Accra’s Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, Arts Centre, Black Star Gate, and Laboma Beach. Your private, air-conditioned ride includes transport and fees, with time for Ghanaian crafts, coastal views, and paintball fun.
“We had excellent time with TWL. From the hill climbing , to the Both cruise, quad biking, sightseeing the waterfalls, they were all exciting and interesting. Big ups TWL. 💯”
Pick a coast, a forest or a kitchen.
