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Cape Coast Day Tour
Accra, Ghana
From 9 hours to 11 hours
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What You Will Do
A combined tour of Cape Coast Castle and Kakum National Park in Ghana offers a captivating and multifaceted experience. Cape Coast Castle reveals the painful history of the transatlantic slave trade, with its dungeons and "Door of No Return" serving as haunting reminders of the past. Meanwhile, Kakum National Park provides a lush and vibrant contrast, showcasing the natural beauty of a West African rainforest, complete with its iconic canopy walkway. This juxtaposition of history and nature offers visitors a well-rounded journey, from somber reflection to awe-inspiring wonder, making for a truly memorable and enlightening exploration of Ghana's rich heritage and biodiversity.
What's Included?
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and/or taxes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
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Cape Coast Castle
1 hour
A tour of Cape Coast Castle is a poignant and powerful journey into the heart of Ghana's history, specifically its role in the transatlantic slave trade. This imposing fortress, perched on the coast, bears witness to the suffering endured by countless Africans who were forcibly enslaved and shipped to the Americas. The tour takes visitors through the castle's dungeons, cramped living quarters, and the infamous "Door of No Return," a symbol of the harrowing past. It's a somber but essential experience that offers a deeper understanding of this dark chapter in history, making it an important cultural and historical site to explore.
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Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Here is Ghana Tours.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travelers should get ready for a 30 minutes hike to the climb point of the Canopy Walkway
- Drive duration is 2hr 30 minutes each way
- There will be breakfast and Lunch stops
Guide Options
- Audio Guide - German
- Printed Guide - German
- Audio Guide - English
- Guide - English
- Printed Guide - English
- Audio Guide - Italian
- Printed Guide - Italian
- Audio Guide - French
- Printed Guide - French
- Audio Guide - Spanish
- Printed Guide - Spanish
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