Best of Ghana – 3 Days: Accra, Cape Coast, Kakum & Shai Hills

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Tour Overview

Discover some of Ghana’s most important cultural, historical and natural attractions on this private three-day journey. Explore vibrant Accra, confront the powerful history of Cape Coast Castle, walk high above the rainforest at Kakum National Park, and complete your experience among the wildlife, caves and dramatic landscapes of Shai Hills.

We begin in Accra, where Ghana’s independence story, Pan-African heritage and colourful city life come together at Black Star Square, Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, the National Museum, Jamestown, Makola Market and the Arts Centre. The following day, we travel to the Central Region to explore Cape Coast Castle before continuing into the tropical rainforest of Kakum National Park for its celebrated canopy-walk experience.
Our final day takes us to Shai Hills Resource Reserve for a completely different side of Ghana. We will explore its savannah landscapes, look out for baboons, antelopes and other wildlife, and experience its caves, rocky formations and Shai cultural heritage. At the end of the programme, we will return you to your hotel, airport or preferred drop-off point in Accra.

3 Days / 2 Nights private Ghana cultural and nature experience
Discover Accra’s major independence and Pan-African landmarks
Visit Black Star Square and Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
Explore the National Museum, Jamestown and colourful local markets
Experience the powerful history of historic Cape Coast Castle
Walk through the rainforest of beautiful Kakum National Park
Cross Kakum’s famous suspension canopy walkway above the forest
Explore Shai Hills Resource Reserve and its savannah landscapes
Look out for baboons, antelopes and other freely roaming wildlife
Combine Ghanaian history, culture, rainforest and wildlife in one tour

Day 1 –Cape Coast:Depart Accra for Ghana’s historic Central Region.
Explore Cape Coast Castle, its dungeons, museum and Door of No Return.
Continue to Kakum National Park for a guided tropical rainforest experience.
Cross the famous canopy walkway before returning to Accra after the tour.
Day 2- Shai Hills:Travel from Accra to Shai Hills Resource Reserve.
Enjoy wildlife viewing, savannah scenery, caves and Shai cultural heritage.
Return to your hotel, airport or preferred Accra drop-off after the tour
Day 3 – Accra:Black Star Square, Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park and National Museum.
Continue through historic Jamestown and experience Accra’s living communities.
Visit Makola Market and the Arts Centre before returning to your accommodation.

Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the three-day programme
Daily pickup and return transportation according to the scheduled itinerary
Professional tour coordination throughout the tour
Entrance fees to all attractions specifically listed in the itinerary
Scheduled local/site guides where required at the respective attractions
Cape Coast Castle scheduled heritage experience and admission
Kakum National Park admission and scheduled canopy-walk experience
Shai Hills admission, wildlife experience and scheduled reserve guide
Bottled drinking water during scheduled touring and road journeys
All scheduled vehicle, driver, fuel, parking and road transportation costs

Hotel accommodation unless specifically added to your confirmed package
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and additional drinks unless specifically included
International or domestic flights and airline-related expenses
Ghana visa or eVisa application and processing fees
Travel, medical, cancellation or personal insurance expenses
Personal shopping, souvenirs and purchases made during the tour
Optional activities not specifically included in the confirmed itinerary
Additional transportation outside the scheduled three-day programme
Gratuities, which remain entirely at the traveller’s discretion
Any service or expense not specifically stated under Inclusions

This is a 3 Days / 2 Nights private tour beginning and ending in Accra.
Accommodation can be arranged separately by Samap Travels on request.
Day Two involves a longer road journey between Accra and the Central Region.
Kakum’s canopy walkway is elevated and requires comfortable walking shoes.
Wildlife at Shai Hills roams freely, so specific sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Shai Hills includes walking, uneven terrain and optional more demanding hiking.
Comfortable lightweight clothing and sun protection are recommended throughout.
The daily sequence may be adjusted for traffic, weather or attraction operations.
Online Ghana visa/eVisa application options may apply depending on nationality.
Need additional Ghana eVisa assistance? You can reach out to us.

How do I book a tour?

Select your preferred travel date, enter the required booking details and complete your reservation through the booking form on this page.

Yes. Eligible bookings can be cancelled up to 48 hours before the tour for a full refund, subject to the applicable booking terms.

Yes. Where applicable, we can provide booking-related documents and guidance to support your visa or travel arrangements.

Your booking confirmation and relevant tour information will be sent to the email address provided during booking.

Yes. Our team is available to assist with questions and arrangements before your tour, including through WhatsApp.

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  • 1 Guest- $796
  • 2–5 Guests- $496
  • 6–10 Guests- $446
  • 11–20 Guests- $405

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Se cumplio lo acordado en precio, la puntualidad y la atencion, a pesar de no hablar ingles fluido, estuvieron atentos a cualquier necesidad de mi parte
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Victoria was our tour lead and did an amazing job! She gave us a great history of Nigeria while also sharing some interesting background about the Lekki Conservation Centre Canopy. If you're looking for a great tour in Lagos and want to experience the canopy, I definitely recommend booking through Samap. You won't regret it, guaranteed!
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Excellent service - thank you!
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Exceptional Service from Victoria and the Samap travel Team! I cannot say enough wonderful things about Victoria. From the very beginning, she provided outstanding customer service, professionalism, and attention to detail that made the entire travel experience seamless and stress-free. Victoria went above and beyond to ensure every aspect of our African travel arrangements was handled perfectly. Her knowledge of destinations, accommodations, transportation, and local experiences was impressive, and her recommendations made our trip truly unforgettable. She took the time to understand our needs and customized an itinerary that exceeded our expectations. The car service Mikal were equally exceptional. Lagos traffic isnt easy to maneuver but Mikael did so with ease!! Every transfer was punctual, reliable, comfortable, and professionally managed. Knowing that transportation was taken care of allowed us to focus on enjoying our journey without any concerns. What truly sets Victoria apart is her dedication to her clients. She was responsive, patient, and available to answer questions throughout the planning process and during our travels. Her passion for helping people create memorable experiences is evident in everything she does. If you are looking for a travel agency that specializes in African travel, provides dependable transportation services, and delivers personalized attention from start to finish, I highly recommend Samap travel team (Request Victoria)!!!. Their commitment to excellence made our trip an amazing experience, and I look forward to working with them again in the future. Thank you, Victoria, for making our travel experience truly outstanding! 🌍✈️🚗
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A unique and eye-opening experience. Visiting Makoko offered a different perspective on Lagos and its people. The boat ride through the community was very interesting and gave me a deeper understanding of daily life in this remarkable part of the city. Highly recommended.
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I reached out to Samap Tours to organize a cultural tour of West Africa to add on to a birding trip in Ghana. Very easy to communicate via WhatsApp and advise on getting the necessary entry documents. I had three guides but the handoff worked fine. Easy to customize the itinerary using their 5 day West Africa tour as a starting point. Highly recommended!
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I wanted to learn about Nigeria, but wasn't quite sure how to got about it, so I decided to book a three-day tour featuring some sights of Lagos (among othes, , the Badagry Slave Market, Nike Gallery, Makoko village and Lekki Conservation centre). I haven't regretted it! The communication was flawless, all activities were running gin time, the itinerary they put together made sense and gave me an impression of the country. Most importantly, in particular driver Michael and guide Victoria made the experience very fun and enjoyable! They took good care of me, answered all my questions and were very frank about the country. Plus: Victoria made extra sure to take enough photos for me to remember the trip (something I'm not always good at myself). I can absolutely recommend it!
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This was a fantastic tour! In a short period of time, we visited four countries and experienced an immense amount of culture. Traveling in West Africa can be difficult, especially with border crossings and visa restrictions. However, with the help of Samap Travels, we were able to successfully and painlessly cross each border. We were guided in the process of getting our visas and making sure we were prepared at each border, which can be stressful for a novice traveler. This is a busy tour and you will be on the move, but it is worth it! The tour guides we had were top notch and I couldn't have asked for better guides. The sites we visited were well thought out and the culture and people of West Africa are something you will never forget. If you're looking to get a taste of West Africa, this is a great tour!
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Very reliable tour adviser. We had a great experience in Makoko, Lagos. I would do it again with these agency people. Very warmhearted and friendly. Many thanks!!
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Fun Safari had a great gaming view and an amazing touring guide
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Great experience helpful staff Wonderfully unforgettable nature adventure
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Interesting Piece of Slave Trade History The Badagry tour is an interesting addition to the slavery sites along the West African coast. It was a former slave who was given freedom in Brazil and went back to present day Nigeria to organize the departure of more slaves to Brazil. The tour has some hands on exhibits, building tours, then a boat ride to where the slaves were loaded on boats bound for the slave ships. A very educational and memorable experience.
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Makoko is safe, and need your support! I had an amazing tour of Makoko and the entire experience felt very safe, smooth, and perfectly organized from start to finish. A special thank you to the guides — Victoria, Ade, Ben, Respect, and Tobi — for their professionalism, kindness, and for making the visit so insightful and enjoyable. They made us feel comfortable at all times, and their local knowledge truly brought the experience to life. Highly recommended to anyone visiting Lagos and wanting to discover the real spirit of Makoko. Thank you again!
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Worth a visit! The experience was unique. Though a bit sad they’re starting to tear down parts of the community, it was interesting to see such a unique way of life.
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Oaxaca Adventure with Mija Matriz I recently joined Jewel Murphy and Mija Matriz's 9-day "Oaxaca Adventure with Mija Matriz". It was my 2nd time joining this small group (max 15), hotel-based adventure, and it was, once again, a 5-star experience. Both Jewel and Mija are deeply knowledgeable and passionate about the art and culture of the region. They make a great partnership, expert at finding and connecting with authentic talented artists and craftsmen to create a unique and exciting experience every year. Mija is a gifted artist and teacher who brings out the joy and beauty of each group members' art-making in our studio at Casa Colonial. Together, Jewel and Mija create a great chemistry for the group and the adventures. The Casa is a warm embrace of a hotel, with lovely attentive staff and fresh delicious home-cooking. I couldn't ask for a better stay in Oaxaca.
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Sem dúvida a não perder Este é daqueles sitios imperdiveis a visitar em Lagos. Foi um dos marcos importantes na viagem do grupo pela Nigéria. Este bairro em palafita é uma imagem pungente da pobreza de uma parte da população. Requer que se vá com um guia local.
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My first experience in Lekki Today we had a wonderful time. We ordered transportation and Victoria and Michael came ahead of time and was nothing but pleasant and very professional. Answered questions and also gave us an insight of the attractions as I am not from Nigeria but my spouse is from a different part of Nigeria. They gave us a history which I totally enjoyed. Definitely I would use their services again as long as they’re around! The conservation center was interesting! Loved the atmosphere. The longest bridge tour was totally nerve wrecking but it was fun. Maybe me personally will do it again
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Highly recommend Mr. Respect is a great leader within community. Safe, interesting and sometimes shocking tour. Short but intense experience. Highly recommend. Greetings!
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Makoko is a must see in your lifetime Amazing experience with the local guides where you can actually see how the people live and how they spend their day to day life. Highly recommend it

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