Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle & Kakum National Park Day Tour
Description
Visit the castles of cape coast and explore the adventures of Kakum National Park with this guided tour from Accra. You'll learn and discover the history of Cape Coast Castle and Elmina Castle and also undertake the canopy walkway experience at Kakum National park. • Explore the Adventures and Cultural Heritage of Cape coast • Round-trip transportation from Accra is included • All admission fees are included in the price of the tour • Private tour guide will be provided • Snacks and Bottled water will be provided • WIFI and Internet Connections will be provided Tour offered by: Expedition-Go Tours Ltd
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Itinerary
The Cape Coast Castle is one of the biggest castles still standing in Ghana today which was constructed by European forces, On a portion of the Gold Coast that subsequently came to be known as the Cape Coast, it all started as a Portuguese trade lodge built in 1555. The Swedish Africa Company built a permanent wooden stronghold in 1653 to facilitate the trading of gold and lumber after Sweden conquered the Cape Coast. The regional office of the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board is located there, and it is currently a historical museum with a gift shop selling Ghanaian arts and crafts.
So Jorge da Mina (St. George of the Mine) was the name given to Elmina Castle by the Portuguese in 1482 when they erected it in Elmina, Ghana (formerly the Gold Coast). Elmina and Elmina Castle is the oldest European structure still standing below the Sahara because it was the first trading post ever constructed on the Gulf of Guinea. It was initially founded as a trading colony but eventually developed into one of the most significant sites along the path of the Atlantic slave trade. A significant portion of Werner Herzog's 1987 drama film "Cobra Verde" was filmed at Elmina Castle, which is now a well-known historical landmark. It serves as a stark reminder of the history of the slave trade and is a very sought-after destination for African American travelers hoping to connect with their heritage.
Ghana’s most visited attraction site, tucked away with the Kakum Rainforest is the amazing canopy walkway suspended 40m above ground level, which offers a fascinating and beautiful perspective of the forest and Wildlife.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We Pickup at your agreed location, Airbnb or Hotel within Accra.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
Reviews(722)
I think this tour was one of the best ever, first off I had an amazing tour guide Patrick, he was so informative and amazing throughout the whole tour. Cape coast and Elmina castle was an incredible experience and Kakum national park was icing on the cake 👌🏾
Thank you so much for your amazing review. We’re thrilled to hear that this was one of the best tours you’ve ever experienced. We’re especially happy that Patrick made such a positive impact on your trip with his knowledge and dedication throughout the tour. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle, and that Kakum National Park was the perfect way to end the day. Thank you for choosing Expedition-Go Tours. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience in Ghana.
Whole experience was amazing. Was able to book last minute the day before. It is worth every penny and more affordable than me booking a private car plus admission fees, to take me to Cape Coast. Received pick up location the night before. The driver was friendly. The journey was around 4 hours from Accra but the car was very comfortable with aircon. Cape Coast castle was quite emotional for me. Wish I had more time as the tour was only 45mins but Elina Castle tour was slightly longer with more time to explore the castle and pay my respects to my ancestors. The tour guides were very knowledgeable. Pre-ordered lunch before arriving at Kakum National Park which was ready when we arrived. Lots of walking and step steps but that made the experience more enjoyable. The canopy walk was breathtaking, though I didn't look down.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience and that the last-minute booking process was smooth and worthwhile. We’re especially glad you found the transportation comfortable, the guides knowledgeable, and the visits to Cape Coast and Elmina Castles meaningful. It’s wonderful to hear that Kakum National Park and the canopy walk were such memorable highlights of your trip. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back to Ghana for another unforgettable experience in the future.
Patrick was prompt, professional, organized and knowledgeable. He provided an itinerary which helped us understand how the day would transpire. I would highly recommend him.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback.We’re delighted to hear that Patrick was prompt, professional, organized, and knowledgeable, and that the itinerary helped make your day smooth and enjoyable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future.
Wow, what an impactful experience. I booked this because I wanted to go on the canopy tour, but the Cape Coast Castle will stay with me forever - reading and watching videos does not compare to being in the dungeons and walking the grounds. Additionally, I met a new friend and learned all about Singapore during the long drive, which our guide was very efficient and safe with.
Thank you so much for sharing such a heartfelt review. We’re glad to hear that the experience was so impactful and that your visit to Cape Coast Castle left such a lasting impression. It’s wonderful to know that you also enjoyed the canopy tour, the journey, and the opportunity to meet a new friend along the way. We’re especially happy to hear that you felt safe and comfortable with our guide throughout the long drive. Thank you for choosing Expedition-Go Tours. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Ghana for another memorable experience.
It was the whole day and went quick.
Thank you for your feedback! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that the whole day went by quickly. That’s always a great sign that you had a wonderful experience. Thank you for choosing Expedition-Go Tours, and we hope to welcome you again on another adventure in Ghana.
We had a wonderful experience and felt well-cared for. It was a long day but we felt we fulfilled what we hoped for to see the Castles and the hanging bridges. Our guide was excellent.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback .We’re delighted to hear that you had a great experience and felt well cared for throughout the tour. We’re especially happy that you were able to visit the Castles and enjoy the Kakum hanging bridges, and that our guide made your experience even more enjoyable. We truly appreciate you choosing Expedition-Go Tours and taking the time to share your experience. It was our pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back to Ghana for another memorable adventure.
Great tour experience! The journey was long due to traffic and bumpy road conditions, however our driver was very professional and got us to the location fast. The tours itself were very eye-opening. The only downside was that our lunch was at 4pm, but that was because of traffic, so I don’t blame that on the tour company.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had a great tour experience and that you found the journey and activities to be eye-opening. We truly appreciate your kind words about our driver’s professionalism. We understand that the traffic and road conditions can sometimes make the journey longer than expected, and we’re glad our team ensured you arrived safely and comfortably. We also appreciate your understanding regarding the lunch timing. We will continue working to improve the overall experience for our guests, even when unexpected delays occur. Thank you again for choosing Expedition-Go Tours. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable experience in Ghana.
We had an excellent time doing this tour. We found visiting the castles impactful and moving. It is an experience that we won’t forget. Doing the canopy walk was a great time. It’s beautiful to be so immersed in nature. I could’ve have done 10 more bridges! It’s a long drive both ways so I suggest to pack a snack.
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had an excellent experience on the tour. We truly appreciate your kind words about the Cape Coast and Elmina Castle visits. We understand how impactful and moving the history can be, and we’re glad the experience left a lasting impression. We’re also happy to hear that you enjoyed the Kakum National Park canopy walkway and the opportunity to connect with nature. Your excitement about doing more bridges made us smile. Thank you as well for your helpful suggestion about packing a snack for the journey. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience with Expedition-Go Tours. Thank you for choosing us.
This tour was captivating and educational to those that are unaware of what our ancestors had to endure. The ride to the location there and back took a few hours but we were prepared for that ahead of time due to reading others comments. Patrick our tour guide was fantastic as well. He answered any and all questions we had. I would definitely recommend this tour to any who comes to Accra.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We're delighted to hear that you found the tour both captivating and educational, and that it provided meaningful insight into the history and experiences of our ancestors. We're also pleased that the travel time met your expectations and that Patrick made the journey enjoyable by answering all your questions and providing excellent service throughout the day. At Expedition-Go Tours, it's our top priority to create memorable and enriching experiences for our guests. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Ghana.
We had an amazing day out with Emmanuel as our guide who couldn't have been better. The castles and the tree top walk were great, very interesting with lots of history to take in. Emmanuel did a brilliant job of getting us there despite the many issues he had with the roads and traffic etc. He is hands down, the best driver we've ever met, very calm and also told us lots about life in Ghana and the places we were driving through. Lunch was good, reasonably priced and the journey was very comfortable. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing day with Emmanuel . It’s great to know that you enjoyed visiting the castles and the Kakum canopy walkway, and that you found the history both interesting and meaningful. We’re especially pleased that Emmanuel’s professionalism, calm driving, and knowledge of Ghana helped make your journey comfortable and enjoyable despite the road conditions and traffic. At Expedition-Go Tours, it’s our top priority to provide memorable experiences with exceptional service, and your kind words mean a great deal to us. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Ghana for another unforgettable adventure.
