Ghana · Castles & Palaces

3-Day Cape Coast and Elmina Tour with Kakum and Ko-Sa Beach

3 Days Round trip from Cape Coast Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the intriguing West African Historical Museum in Cape Coast
  • 02 Explore Elmina Castle, the first European structure built in Sub-Saharan Africa
  • 03 Walk above the rainforest on Kakum National Park's Canopy Walkway
  • 04 Enjoy Ko-Sa Beach activities such as horse-riding, drumming, fishing, and craft making

Visit Cape Coast and Elmina on this 3-day guided tour from Accra. Explore the West African Historical Museum and the colonial-era Elmina Castle, and learn more about the region's history, including the slave trade and its impact on Africans. See the Posuban Military shrine, walk through Kakum National Park and its Canopy Walkway, and enjoy time at Ko-Sa Beach with activities such as horse-riding, drumming, fishing, and more.

Relax in Elmina or take a leisurely walk along the beach to watch fishermen going about their daily activities at sunset.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Cape Coast, Accra, Elmina, Kakum National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Cape Coast History and Sunset in Elmina

  • Meet your Ghana tour guide in Accra and drive to Cape Coast.

  • Visit Cape Coast, home to the West African Historical Museum, where you can learn about the history of the slave trade and its impact on Africans.

  • Go to the Posuban Military shrine, where Fanti soldiers made mental and spiritual preparations before going to war.

  • Enjoy a delicious dinner.

  • Relax in Elmina or take a leisurely walk along the beach to watch fishermen going about their daily activities at sunset.

2
Day 02

Elmina Heritage and Kakum National Park

  • Visit Elmina Castle, built by the Portuguese and known as the first European structure built in Sub-Saharan Africa.

  • Proceed to the Java Museum, which is dedicated to the history of the so-called Belanda Hitam.

  • Go to the Dutch fort built on St. George Hill in 1665 to provide military protection to Elmina Castle.

  • Continue to explore the historic tropical rainforest of Kakum National Park, which boasts a breathtaking variety of flora and fauna.

  • Walk through the Canopy Walkway, a group of seven bridges hanging above the forest floor.

  • Visit a local fishing community or join a host family for a local dish culinary experience. (Optional)

  • Return to your resort for a scrumptious dinner and relaxation.

3
Day 03

Ko-Sa Beach Activities and Departure

  • Engage in some of the exciting activities organized by the Ko-Sa Beach Resort before your final departure. The activities include:

    • Horse-riding

    • Drumming

    • Dancing lessons

    • Fishing

    • Batik painting

    • Basket-weaving

    • Craft making

Elmina Castle, Kakum National Park Canopy Walkway, Ko-Sa Beach

Where this trip takes you

Elmina Castle, Kakum National Park Canopy Walkway, Ko-Sa Beach

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Cape Coast 4 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport

  • Accommodation with standard breakfast

  • Fuel and toll charges

  • Tour activities

  • Water and beverages

What's Not Included

  • Flight ticket

  • Tips

  • Travel insurance

  • Early check-in and late check-out of hotels

  • Additional journeys

  • Personal expenses

Know before you go

  • This tour can be modified to suit your budget and travel needs.

  • The cost of the package is subject to change as a result of unexpected increases in hotel rates and gasoline prices prior to payment.

  • Spontaneous stops based on the client's wish to take pictures or enjoy a quick scenic view during the tour are allowed.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Accra, Ghana
Tour start
Cape Coast, Ghana
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Cape Coast.

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