Ghana: The Sankofa Experience
A journey of heritage, culture, healing & discovery. Twelve days in Ghana, personally hosted by Deborah.
Go back and fetch it. Come home to where it began.
From the vibrant capital of Accra to the serene Volta Region, from rainforests and cascading waterfalls to the heritage sites of the Cape Coast, this journey blends immersive experiences with moments of rest, reflection and celebration.
Walk in the footsteps of our ancestors, savor Ghana’s flavorful cuisine, receive your Ghanaian name, and feel the warmth of its people every step of the way.
What you’ll experience
Accra & Makola Market
Black Star Square, the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, the National Museum and Ghana’s most famous market.
The Volta Region
Wli Falls, Ghana’s highest waterfall, plus Ote Falls and the Amedzofe Canopy Walkway.
Tafi Atome
A monkey sanctuary and cultural village protecting the sacred Mona monkeys.
Assin Manso
The Ancestral Slave River, a place of remembrance and healing, followed by a naming ceremony where you receive your Ghanaian name.
Elmina & Cape Coast
Guided castle tours, a lagoon boat cruise and the Door of Return.
Sandbox Beach & Celebrations
An afternoon at Sandbox Beach Club, live music, and our welcome and farewell dinners.
Your itinerary
DAY 1 · NOV 4The Journey Home Begins
Depart the U.S. for Accra. Air arrangements are available from your city.
DAY 2 · NOV 5Akwaaba! Welcome to Ghana
Meet & greet at the airport, check in at The Pelican Hotel in Cantonments, and an Akwaaba welcome dinner.
DAY 3 · NOV 6The Heart of Accra
City tour: the National Museum, Black Star Square and the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, with lunch included. Evening dinner with live music (own cost).
DAY 4 · NOV 7Aburi Gardens & Mountain Waterfalls
Aburi Botanical Gardens, Asenema Waterfalls and Safari Valley, with an optional relaxing massage.
DAY 5 · NOV 8Shai Hills & Into the Volta
Shai Hills Resource Reserve, then a scenic drive to Ho in the Volta Region. Overnight at the Volta Serene Hotel.
DAY 6 · NOV 9Monkeys, Villages & Wli Falls
Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary & Cultural Village, then Wli Waterfalls, Ghana’s highest falls.
DAY 7 · NOV 10Ote Falls & the Canopy Walkway
Ote Waterfall and the Amedzofe Canopy Walkway, then a scenic drive back to Accra.
DAY 8 · NOV 11Leisure & Sandbox Beach
A morning at your own pace, then an afternoon at Sandbox Beach Club.
DAY 9 · NOV 12Assin Manso & Your Ghanaian Name
Remembrance and reflection at the Assin Manso Ancestral Slave River, then a traditional naming ceremony. Overnight at the beachfront Lemon Beach Resort in Elmina.
DAY 10 · NOV 13Elmina Castle & Lemon Beach
A guided tour of Elmina Castle and a lagoon boat cruise, then a sunset dinner at Lemon Beach Resort.
DAY 11 · NOV 14Cape Coast Castle: The Door of Return
Cape Coast Castle and the Door of Return, then back to Accra. Optional evening of live music and dancing.
DAY 12 · NOV 15Makola Market & Farewell Celebration
Shopping at Makola Market and the Arts Centre, an optional Osu Oxford Street food tasting, and our farewell dinner with live entertainment.
DAY 13 · NOV 16Fly Home with Ghana in Your Heart
Check out and depart Accra for home.
DAY 14 · NOV 17Welcome Home
Arrive home, changed by the journey.
What’s included
Included
- 11 nights’ hotel stays: The Pelican Hotel (Accra), Volta Serene Hotel (Ho) and Lemon Beach Resort (Elmina)
- Daily breakfast, plus the meals noted in the itinerary
- Airport meet & greet in Accra
- Guided touring and ground transportation as listed
- Akwaaba welcome dinner & farewell celebration
- Traditional naming ceremony
- Deborah as your host for the whole journey
Not included
- International airfare (air arrangements available from your city)
- Travel insurance (required for this trip)
- Ghana visa
- Meals marked “own cost” in the itinerary
- Optional activities, such as the massage at Safari Valley
- $500 holds your spot
- Single and couples rates available
- Solo traveler? Ask about roommate matching
- Travel insurance required
Fly from your city
Air arrangements are available from anywhere in the U.S. Ask Deborah and she’ll build your flights around the group.
Reserve My Spot“Ghana is more than a destination. It’s a homecoming. I’ll be with you every step of the way, from the welcome dinner to the Door of Return.”
Questions
How big is the group?
Small by design: no more than 21 travelers, so everyone gets personal attention and a family feel.
I’m traveling solo. Do I have to pay for a single room?
Not necessarily. We match solo travelers with a roommate. If no match is found by final payment, the single supplement applies.
What room types are available?
The Couple’s Room (1 bed) is for a man and a woman traveling together as a couple, in keeping with local law and hotel policy in Ghana. The Shared Room (2 beds) is open to any two travelers, and the Single Room is for one traveler. Questions? We’re happy to talk privately.
Do I need a visa for Ghana?
Yes, U.S. citizens need a visa for Ghana. We’ll guide you through the process once you’re booked.
Is travel insurance required?
Yes. Several plans are available, including Cancel for Any Reason. Deborah will help you choose the one that fits you.
Can you book my flights?
Absolutely. This is a land-only package, and air arrangements are available from your city.
Your seat in Ghana is waiting.
Small group. Real culture. Personally hosted.
Every traveler signs our Traveler Agreement. Questions? info@tymelessadventures.com