Journey to Ghana: Where History, Heritage & Healing Converge

Join us in the heart of West Africa for an unforgettable journey through Ghana - where history, heritage, culture, and healing converge.

The Sankofa US Ghana Experience is more than a trip; it is an opportunity to reconnect with history, embrace culture, and experience a deeper sense of personal and collective restoration. Designed for travelers seeking meaningful connection and cultural immersion, this journey invites you to explore Ghana through its people, traditions, stories, and breathtaking landscapes.

Your journey begins in the Greater Accra Region and continues through the Eastern and Central Regions, where you will experience Ghana’s vibrant culture, flavorful cuisine, warm hospitality, and rich historical heritage. Along the way, you’ll discover the remarkable growth and transformation taking place throughout this historic nation.

From meaningful cultural encounters to unforgettable sites and experiences, the Sankofa US journey offers space to learn, reflect, reconnect, and celebrate heritage.

More than just a tour, the Sankofa US Ghana Experience is a journey designed to leave you returning home with a deeper sense of pride, connection, perspective, and purpose.

Important Travel Information

• Overnight Flights: Most flights to and from Ghana are overnight flights. Please plan for an additional day of travel upon your return, as your flight may arrive in the United States or the Caribbean the following day.

• Passport & Vaccination: A valid passport and proof of Yellow Fever vaccination or an approved exemption are required for entry into Ghana.

• Double Occupancy: Prices are based on double occupancy. Single-occupancy upgrades are available for an additional cost.

• Per-Person Pricing: All prices listed are per person.

• Pricing: Prices are subject to change without notice.

• Itinerary: The order of events and itinerary locations are subject to change. A deposit will lock your cost.

• Minimum Participation: This tour requires a minimum of 14 participants. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the tour may be canceled.

• Cancellation Due to Participation: If the tour is canceled due to insufficient participation, travelers may rebook for a different tour or request a refund of the land-tour portion.

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Depart on this day for the overnight flight with arrival in Ghana on the next day.

Depart on this date for an overnight flight, arriving in Ghana the following day.

A deposit is required by September 15 to lock in this price, which includes an economy flight.

If you are booking your own flight, be sure to leave the USA on this date and send us your flight itinerary.

Tour Day 1

You will be greeted at the airport by the Sankofa US Team who will assist you and arrange your transfer to the hotel.

After settling into your room, you’ll rejoin the group for a welcome dinner and brief orientation.

Enjoy this time to connect with your fellow travelers, unwind from your journey, and prepare for an exciting start in the morning.

Itinerary subject to change

Type of Day: Low Impact

Attire: Comfortable wear

Breakfast at the Hotel

Departure: 10:00 am 

Tour of Accra, Ghana

Points of Interests include: Independent Square, Black Star Monument, Jamestown, and more.

After dinner, return to the hotel for rest.

Itinerary subject to change

Type of Day: Medium Impact (bus travel, walking)

Attire: Celebratory White

Breakfast at the hotel

Departure for the Central Region 

Travel for 3-4 hours to Cape Coast to explore the Slave Dungeon.

Check in to the Coconut Grove Beach Hotel or Lemon Beach Resort

Drive along the coast through several fishing villages and coconut lined beaches. Visit the Cape Coast Castle which was originally started by the Swedes in 1652.

The Cape Coast Castle served as the headquarters and seat of the British colonial government until 1877

We will also visit Elmina Castle erected by the Portuguese in 1482, one of the most important stops on the route of the Atlantic slave trade.   

Itinerary subject to change

Day Type: High Impact (walking, climbing)
Attire: Comfortable, durable clothing; sturdy walking shoes
Departure: 9:00 AM

Kakum Canopy Walk & Village of Abrim Saaman

Begin your morning with a guided walk along the Kuntan Trail, home to numerous medicinal trees and rich plant life. Then, take on the exhilarating climb to the Canopy Walkway, suspended 100 feet above the forest floor, offering sweeping views of the lush rainforest’s flora and fauna.

In the afternoon, visit the village of Abrim Saaman. Bring along school supplies and other donated items for the community service project, then explore this traditional farming village and learn firsthand about daily life in rural Ghana.

Return to the hotel for dinner and rest.

Itinerary subject to change

Type of Day: Low Impact

Attire: Comfortable Wear

Departure: 7:00 AM

Visit to the Slave River (Assin Manso)

Dinner at Mabel's Table (American Soul Food Cuisine)

Travel to Assin Manso the “Slave River” which was the last rest stop for the captives on their “one-way” trek to the slave dungeons along the Coast.

Ashante (the Gold Region)

In the morning, we will visit the Manhyia Palace Museum, where we will learn about the history of the Ashante Kingdom. Then we will take a walking / shopping tour of the woodcarvers and kente clothe village. 

Check in and dinner at the hotel.

Itinerary subject to change

Type of Day: Medium Impact

Attire: Casual/Comfortable Wear

Head Back to Accra

Travel back to Accra and continue to the Arts and Crafts Market for a wide variety of Ghanaian hand-crafted items. 

Complete the Accra city tour: if needed or -

Afternoon Options: Relax, meditate, or enjoy the amenities at the hotel.

Farewell Dinner and Naming Ceremony
Itinerary subject to change

The Heritage Healing Debrief will take place post tour in Accra at 12:00pm GMT - 3:30pm GMT.

Participants will engage in a deeply enriching review of their Return Experiences. Additionally, thought provoking conversations will better prepare participants for sharing their experience upon return to the United States.

Prepart to depart for the airport at 5:00pm

Please note that the flight may be an overnight flight landing at the final destination the next day.