Take a captivating day trip from Accra and explore three of Ghana’s most iconic destinations — where nature, history, and heritage come to life.

Your journey begins at Assin Manso Slave River and Market, one of the most significant memorial sites of the transatlantic slave trade. This was the final bathing place for enslaved Africans before they were marched to the coast. As you stand by the river and walk through the preserved market grounds, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the painful yet resilient history that continues to echo through generations.

Next, you’ll visit Cape Coast Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest slave-holding forts in West Africa. Inside its cold dungeons and stark courtyards, you’ll trace the footsteps of countless men and women whose lives were forever altered by the slave trade. The “Door of No Return” stands as a somber reminder of this dark past while also symbolizing a powerful call for remembrance and healing.

From there, you’ll head to Elmina Castle, the oldest European building in sub-Saharan Africa, first built by the Portuguese in 1482. Once a bustling trading post, Elmina became notorious for its role in the slave trade. Its striking whitewashed walls hold layers of history—from commerce and colonial power struggles to the cultural imprints left behind.

Finally, your journey culminates in the natural beauty of Kakum National Park, a lush tropical rainforest teeming with biodiversity. For the adventurous, the highlight is the iconic Canopy Walkway, suspended high above the forest floor, offering panoramic views of the treetops and the wildlife below. It’s a refreshing and exhilarating conclusion to a journey that blends history, culture, and nature.

Join us at African Odyssey, and let’s make your travel dreams come true – where every step is a powerful story and every stop is an authentic experience.