The wonderful diversity of natural attractions, historical heritage and
the vibrant cultural identity offers visitors of Ghana a microcosmic
taste of Africa. Known for the hospitality and friendliness of the
people, Ghana is an obvious first port of call for especially first
time travelers to the African continent and is a pleasant destination
for travelers with children. Ghana is one of the few English speaking
countries in the region.
People and culture- Experience
rural life and enjoy the friendliness and hospitality of the local
people during your visit to one of the many interesting eco-tourism
projects in Ghana.
- Discover the various architectural
styles of local houses and the distinctive way of living in the
sub-Saharan northern part of the country.
- Visit the
flamboyant festivals celebrated throughout the year and learn about
culture and traditions of the various tribes in Ghana. Be amazed by the
vibrant parades surrounding the traditional chiefs in their colorful
dresses and the rhythmic beat of local drumming.
- Visit
the traditional weaving villages of Kpotoe, Daboya or Bonwire and
explore other craft making villages like the pottery and art village
Sirigu and wood carving section of Aburi or Kpando.
History- Learn
about the colonial period and the way to independency during your visit
to the Nkrumah Mausoleum and the national museum in Accra. Combine this
with a stroll through the colonial neighborhoods and fishing
communities James and Usher town and the cultural center.
- Explore
the string of coastal forts including Cape Coast Castle and Elmina
Castle; a thought-provoking memorial to the slave trade.
- Discover the Saharan style built mosques and the Islamic history of Ghana in the regions in the north.
Nature- Enjoy
the panoramic scenery after climbing to the top of Mount Afadjatoe,
Mount Gemi or the Breast Mountains in Kyabobo Natural park; the highest
peaks in the Volta Region. Take a refreshing shower under one of the
surrounding waterfalls, like the Tagbo falls at Liati Wote, Wli falls
or Ote falls.
- Spot Mona monkeys living in harmony with
the local people in the villages Tafi Atome monkey sanctuary and the
Baobeng Fiema monkey sanctuary.
- Watch elephants,
crocodiles and antelopes during a foot safari in Mole National Park.
Spot other species of wildlife during an adventurous drive further into
the park.
- Paddle a pirogue on the Black Volta River and look for hippos.
- Take
a canoe trip at the Amansuri Lagoon and visit the extra-ordinary stilt
village Nzulezo. Highly interesting for bird watchers, like the Xavi
Bird Watching Sanctuary!
- Enjoy the shadow of the giant
Baobab trees during your hike through the rock formation around the
village Bongo or climb to the sacred caves of Tano.
- Enjoy the green rolling hills around the banks of the Volta Lake during a two day ferry trip up north.
City life- Go for club hopping in Accra or Kumasi!
- Browse
at Kejetia Market, one of the biggest West African open-air markets,
and visit the cultural center and Menhya palace in the Ashanti capital
of Kumasi.
Relaxing and beach life- Taking
respite from the Ghanaian heat and relax along the exotic beaches
around Busua, Elmina or Ada. Relaxation is guaranteed at Ko-Sa Beach
Resort, Green Turtle Lodge, Ellis Hideout and others.
- Enjoy
the serene atmosphere and the gorgeous taste of grilled tilapia in the
lovely hide-outs at the bank of river or Lake Volta. Relaxation
guaranteed at Aloy's Bay, Xofa village, Rainbow Gardens at Lake
Bosumtwi and others.
- Sleep in the open-air under a
bright sky full of stars! The best places are Sirigu pottery village
where you sleep at the flat roof of the decorated compound houses, or
Wechiau Community Hippo Sanctuary where you spend the night on a wooden
sleeping platform in top of the giant silk cotton tree.