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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in Ghana

140 tours  ·  from $42

Everything with a guide, a boat or a driver attached, in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole day, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

The Cape Coast Day Tour - Cape Coast Castle and its difficult lessons
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The Cape Coast Day Tour

1.The Cape Coast Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 525 reviews · from $155Our pick

Travel from Accra to Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle, and Kakum National Park in one long day. Your private guide, such as Moses, Portia, Eben, or Joe, handles the route, while admission, water, snacks, air conditioning, and onboard WiFi are included.

“I am a solo traveler and I had Eben. 48 hours prior to my excursion he reached out to me to confirm the details. Upon pick up everything was a delight. Cold water, wifi, safe driver & he is EXTREMELY knowledgeable about the Ghanaian culture. I Read more”

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The Cape Coast Tour - Kakum’s rainforest canopy walkway
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The Cape Coast Tour

2.The Cape Coast Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · from $170

Travel from Accra to Cape Coast and Elmina with guide support, visiting two UNESCO-listed castles and Kakum National Park. Expect a long day, moving history lessons, a 15-minute forest hike, and a 350-metre canopy walkway 40 to 50 metres above the ground. Pickup, transport, and entry fees are included.

“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 long day for Gian!”

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From Accra: Cape Coast, Elmina Castle & Kakum Park Day Tour - Leaving Accra and settling into the road
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From Accra: Cape Coast, Elmina Castle & Kakum Park Day Tour

3.Cape Coast, Elmina Castle & Kakum Park Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 144 reviews · 10 hours · from $110

Travel from Accra to Kakum National Park, Elmina Castle and Cape Coast Castle in one long guided day. Expect an air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi, bottled water and English-speaking guides. Guides such as Moses, Eben and Thompson are praised for adding history and care along the road.

“This was an amazing trip. Eben our Guide had so much to tell us. He was cheerful even after such a long drive and looked after us really well. Visiting the slave castles is a deeply moving experience, I would recommend it to anyone visiting Ghana.”

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Accra Detailed City Tour - The National Museum: A Useful Introduction to Ghana
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Accra Detailed City Tour

4.Accra Detailed City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 118 reviews · from $80

Explore Accra with a local guide such as Clinton, Alex, or Kwame, visiting the National Museum, Makola Market, Jamestown, Independence Square, the DuBois Centre, Nkrumah Memorial Park, and Labadi Beach. Expect a flexible private tour, with transport sometimes arranged by Uber, Yango, or local taxi.

“I had a great time with Kwame who was very punctual and easy to communicate with. Due to some closures on the day I had picked, he made sure I was able to do those visits on the next day. I did the tour alone and was able to ask all the questions I had on my mind. Kwame is professional, well organized, always willing to help and always respectful. I really enjoyed my tour and recommend it to anyone! Kiki”

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Accra Guided City Tour Experience - Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park: Ghana’s independence begins here
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Accra Guided City Tour Experience

5.Accra Guided City Tour Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 88 reviews · 6 hours · from $45Best value

Spend six hours exploring Accra with an English-speaking guide such as Emmanuel, Michael, Thompson, or Eben. Visit major independence sites, the W.E.B. Du Bois Center, museums, Makola Market, and the Center for National Culture, with hotel pickup, air conditioning, WiFi, water, and entry costs included.

“Fantastic experience, highly recommend! It’s great for solo travellers and a great way to make friends.”

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Accra Guided City Tour Experience - Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park: Ghana’s independence begins here
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Accra Guided City Tour Experience

6.Accra Guided City Tour Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · from $70

Spend about six hours touring Accra with pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, onboard WiFi, and stops at the Nkrumah Memorial Park, Makola Market, Independence Square, W.E.B. Du Bois Center, National Museum, and the Center for National Culture. Guides have included Moses, Mingle, Peter, George, and Thompson.

“Highly recommend this guide, very knowledgeable patient and helpful. I got to learn this city through his lense and he was perfect thanks again”

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Accra To Cape Coast And Elmina Day Tour - Elmina Castle, built in 1482
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Accra To Cape Coast And Elmina Day Tour

7.Accra To Cape Coast And Elmina Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · from $165

Start early from Accra with a private guide and air-conditioned vehicle, then walk Kakum National Park’s canopy bridges before visiting Elmina and Cape Coast Castles. Guides such as Frank, Foster, Jeff, and Makafui are praised for local insight, flexibility, and careful driving.

“We were taken care of by Jeff and it was a lovely journey. We left early but it was strategic to beat the crowds and it was great choice to do the private tour. We were able to curate as we went, and Jeff made good use of our time. I highly recommend this tour and this company.”

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Boti Falls, Umbrella Rock, Aburi Gardens & Cocoa Farm Tour - Aburi Botanical Gardens: a gentle start among 64 acres
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Boti Falls, Umbrella Rock, Aburi Gardens & Cocoa Farm Tour

8.Boti Falls, Umbrella Rock, Aburi Gardens & Cocoa Farm Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 72 reviews · 7 hours · from $94

Travel from Accra into Ghana’s Eastern Region with guides such as Emmanuel, Eben, Moses, or Peter. Walk through Aburi Botanical Gardens, hike or drive to Umbrella Rock, see twin Boti Falls, and taste fresh cocoa pods at Tetteh Quarshie Farm. Expect about seven hours, road time, heat, and a worthwhile forest hike.

“Guide Emmanuel was 10/10, transport was great. Spacious, charger ports and much needed air conditioning! Driver Elvis was responsible and felt safe leaving our belongings with him in the car. Great experience because of the guide and driver.”

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Cape Coast ,Elmina Castle and Kakum Full-Day Tour - Cape Coast Castle and the West African Historical Museum
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Cape Coast ,Elmina Castle and Kakum Full-Day Tour

9.Cape Coast ,Elmina Castle and Kakum Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · from $155

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.”

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Know Ghana in 4 hrs - Accra City Tour - Black Star Gate and Independence Square
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Know Ghana in 4 hrs – Accra City Tour

10.Know Ghana in 4 hrs – Accra City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 47 reviews · from $100

Start at the Accra Tourist Information Centre for a private, air-conditioned tour led by a local driver-guide. Visit Black Star Gate, Asomdwe Park, Osu Castle, James Town’s lighthouse, the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, and the Centre for National Culture.

“Thoroughky recommend the Accra tour for a quick, but detailed whistle stop tour. My girl Ruth from Kaya Tours was the greatest! Very friendly, knowledgeable and couldn't do enough to make me feel at ease on the tour. Dr Kwame Nkrumah Read more”

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Accra: Guided City Tour with Lunch - Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park and Ghana’s national story
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Accra: Guided City Tour with Lunch

11.Guided City Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 40 reviews · 4 hours · from $106

Explore Accra with an English-speaking Kaya Tours guide such as David or Ishmael. Visit Black Star Square, Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, and Osu Castle, then finish with Ghanaian food at a local restaurant. Hotel pickup, drop-off, and National Museum entry are included.

“Great tour, the guide was on time, professional, offered a sanitizer & mask and the guide gave great insight & knowledge of the history of Ghana! Will definitely recommend to friends & family”

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Ghana Heritage Tours - Beyond The Return - Accra’s museums, independence sites, and old coastal quarter
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Ghana Heritage Tours – Beyond The Return

12.Ghana Heritage Tours – Beyond The Return

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $3,595

Spend eight days with a private group and local guide, visiting Ghana’s museums, castles, markets, craft villages, and historic Ashanti sites. You’ll travel from Accra to Kumasi and Cape Coast, learn kente and adinkra crafts, and receive a traditional African name at a village ceremony.

“We made the right choice in selecting Ashanti African Tours for our first trip to Africa. The entire staff was great! Everyone was attentive to our needs and made us feel welcome and confident in handling the details of our tour. Special thanks to Read more”

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Private Aburi Hill Guided Tour - Peduase Lodge and the view over Accra
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Private Aburi Hill Guided Tour

13.Private Aburi Hill Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $159

Join native Aburi guide Rexford Koranteng for a private 4-hour-50-minute trip from Accra into the hills. Expect Peduase views, Aburi Botanical Gardens, Ghana’s first cocoa farm, a crafts village, plant knowledge, photography help, snacks, WiFi, and a Made in Ghana chocolate bar.

“Traveling alone can be scary, but Rex made me feel comfortable. He knew all about the trees we saw and had connections with people at the cocoa farm, artisan village, and zoo, so you always felt like you were in good hands. He wRead more”

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Tour Kumasi City Like a Local - Okomfo Anokye Sword Site and the Golden Stool
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Tour Kumasi City Like a Local

14.Tour Kumasi City Like a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews · from $80

Spend five to six hours exploring Kumasi with Bilson Tours Gh guide Bilson, visiting Manhyia Palace Museum, Okomfo Anokye Sword Site, Prempeh II Museum, and Kejetia Market. Transportation, entrance fees, lunch, and a private guide are included, with local transport sometimes part of the day.

“Great local experience learning about the Asante people, riding through the market and watching the traditional weaving process. We had a great tour guide who was very knowledgeable and passionate walking with my mom and helping her Read more”

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Full-Day Accra Safari and Boat Cruise Private Tour - The old caves at Shai Hills
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Full-Day Accra Safari and Boat Cruise Private Tour

15.Full-Day Accra Safari and Boat Cruise Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · from $285

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 !!!!”

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Explore Ghana

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The coast

Cape Coast & ElminaAssin MansoKakumHistory Tours

Forest and falls

Wli FallsBoti FallsShai HillsAburi GardensMonkey Sanctuaries

Culture and craft

Ashanti CultureNaming CeremoniesCraft WorkshopsMarket DaysFabric Shopping

Food and farms

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