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BLACK STAR TOUR
Join us on the Black Star Tour for an unforgettable 14-day adventure through the heart of Ghana! This guided tour showcases the best that this vibrant country has to offer, from rich cultural experiences to breathtaking landscapes. Discover hidden gems, indulge in local cuisine, and make lasting memories. Book your journey today and immerse yourself in the beauty of Ghana with a knowledgeable guide!
Every moment on this tour is crafted for the intrepid traveler. This tour is tailored to ensure your sense of adventure is thoroughly engaged, with slightly longer drives that lead you to awe-inspiring locations. The comprehensive excursions leave no desire unchecked, ensuring that you create lasting memories along the way. Are you ready to explore the extraordinary?
Days 1 & 2 - Accra
On this day you will be leaving Europe and via one of the big hubs you fly to Accra. Most flights will be daytime so you will arrive on the same day in the evening.
Akwaaba! Your guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you straight to your hotel where you can have dinner (depending on your arrival time) and take some rest.
The following day after breakfast you will embark on a city tour of Accra visiting various places of historical and cultural interests. Your guide will suggest different sites and then adjust the schedule according to what you are most interested in before you return to the hotel for dinner or you can have dinner out in town.
Day 3 - Ho
Today you will leave the busy city and in around 4 hours drive to the Volta Region and one of its major towns named Ho. You will take a Hike to the top of Ghana’s second highest mountain and enjoy a canopy walk across the Ote Waterfalls.
After this you return to your hotel to have dinner and rest.
Days 4 & 5 - Nkwanta
After breakfast you will drive another 4 hours to the town of Nkwanta where you will visit the Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary and Wli Waterfalls before checking into your hotel for the next 2 nights.
On the second day in the same area you will visit The Hanging village of Shairi, a picturesque village located on the side of a hill. Spend the day in the village to share experiences and ideas with the locals.
Days 6 & 7 - Bolgatanga
Today is one of the longer days on the road and in about 6-7 hours you travel to Bolgatanga with stop en-route for a walking tour of Yendi, the capital of the Dagomba State. This was part of a 19th century German settlement.
Once arrived you will visit the Bolgatanga Market and bargain for renowned straw hats, baskets, leather goods, metal goods, and traditional clothing in a northern market that is a part of the historic trans-Saharan trade routes.
The next day you visit Sirigu for a tour of the decorative houses and crafts emporium before you proceed to visit the village of Tengzug and its Tongo Hills, a rocky granite outcrop rising from the savannas, are one of the most important cultural sites in West Africa.
Days 8 & 9 - Mole NP
After breakfast you hit the road and go back South to enjoy a city tour of Tamale and before you continue to Mole National Park. Total drive time will be 5 to 6 hours.
The next day you will take part in an early morning game drive in the Mole National Park. In the afternoon you will visit Larabanga Mosque and Mognori Eco Village. When back at the lodge you will embark on a late afternoon game viewing in the Mole National Park. Breakfast included.
Days 10 & 11 - Kumasi
After breakfast you will travel in about 7 hours to Kumasi to visit some few Asante Craft villages before checking into your hotel for the next 2 nights.
The next day you will enjoy a city tour of Kumasi to give you a deeper inside into the fascinating Ashanti Culture.
Days 12 & 13 - Elmina
Today after breakfast you will leave to your last destination in Ghana which will be Elmina which lies in the Central Region to visit the historical Elmina and Cape Coast Castles. The Rest of day is free to relax on the beach or enjoy the hotel facilities.
On your second day you will visit the Kakum National Park. Once more the rest of day is free to relax at a beach or stay at the hotel and enjoy.
Day 14 - Return Home
Today marks your last day in Ghana. The drive time is around 3-4 hours from Elimina so depending on what you want to do you may leave a little earlier or a little later. Back in Accra you can do some last minute shopping before you are transferred back to the Accra Airport for departure back home which will be an overnight flight.
Yɛ da ase and hopefully see you soon!
Inclusions, exclusions & inquiries
all accommodation as mentioned above
airport transfers
transportation in airconditioned vehicle
all fuel
all hotel taxes and local taxes
professional English speaking local guide throughout the tour
all site visits, excursions and entrance fees as mentioned above
2 bottle of mineral water per day per guest during tour
all food & drinks as mentioned in the above itinerary
Trip Summary
General
duration 14 days
starts in Accra
ends in Accra
fully guided
Destinations
Accra
Ho
Nkwanta
Bolgatanga
Mole National Park
Kumasi
Elmina
Highlights
vibrant Accra & Kumasi
dive into historical past
cultural experiences
West Africa's largest market
serene beaches