
Five Times Regional Tour Operator of the Year
Ghana Eco Tour
Sustainable travel through nature reserves and local communities
Highlights
- Visit Makola Market, Artist Alliance Gallery, Fantasy Coffins, Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, and Jamestown Community.
- Visit Krobo Traditional Beads, Aburi Botanical Gardens, Koforidua Beads Market, and Kumasi.
- See Ancient Kente and Adinkra Villages and West Africa’s largest market.
- Visit Manhyia Palace and experience village life.
- Experience community life, markets, and local cooking lessons.
- Visit Assin Manso, Cape Coast Castle, and Baobab Foundation.
- Visit Kakum Rainforest Canopy Walkway, Stingless Bee Center, Palm Wine, Local Gin Distillery, and Global Mamas Batik Workshop.
- See Elmina Markets, Boat Builders, Castle of St George, and Brenu Akyinim.
- Experience beach relaxation and visit Fort Amsterdam.
Why Book With Ashanti
Ethical, Sustainable Tours
Ashanti African Tours leads in responsible tourism, offering low-impact trips that protect nature and benefit local communities
Charitable Community Projects
Ashanti builds schools, sponsors youth teams, and funds conservation initiatives benefiting local communities in the regions they tour
Local Empowerment
Ashanti supports local businesses and uses locally-owned hotels and services, ensuring tourism benefits go directly to the communities you visit
Expert Local Guides
Ashanti employs 20+ multilingual expert guides from West Africa, offering authentic insights and personal connections at every destination
Proven Experience
Established in 2005, Ashanti African Tours brings two decades of expertise in delivering exceptional West African travel experiences
Award-Winning Reputation
Ashanti is a multi-award-winning operator (including Ghana’s Best Tour Operator 2024) with excellent traveler reviews
Tour Summary
Our eco tours take you on a journey of discovery, venturing to remote seldom visited locations immersing you in the diverse cultures you encounter whilst minimising our negative impact on the environment.
During our tours you will visit exceptional nature conservation initiatives to enjoy wildlife whilst helping to support their important projects. Village homestays getting to experience life as a local, cooking local dishes, shopping in remote local markets eating, sleeping, travelling, and living as a local ensures you get the most from your time here. This style of travel also guarantees people directly benefit from your time staying in their communities. Our Eco tours travel the length and breadth of Ghana and beyond depending on the time you have to dedicate to your trip. During your time with us you will have the option to plant 3 indigenous local forest tree species to offset the carbon footprint of your holiday, if time is against you then allow us to do this once you have left for home. Ghana’s beautiful golden beaches, tropical forests, rolling hills and our ancient connection with arts and crafts such as Kente, Adinkra, pottery and brass works and not forgetting a rich cultural and musical history, ensures the inquisitive traveller will not be disappointed.
Our Price Promise
If you receive cheaper quotes from other legitimate companies, we will try to match or improve the price for the exact same tour package offered.
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Day to Day Itinerary
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Begin your journey in Ghana with a warm welcome and an immersive cultural introduction.
- Arrival at Kotoka International Airport in Accra.
- Greeted by guide and driver from Ashanti African Tours.
- Swift transfer to hotel for check-in and relaxation.
- Akwaaba welcome dinner with delicious African cuisine.
- Option to relax at the hotel or explore Accra’s nightlife.
Accommodation – Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra
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- Breakfast in hotel
- Relaxed stroll through Accra’s Makola Market
- Visit the Artist Alliance Gallery on the beachfront in Accra to experience traditional and contemporary art and artefacts from Ghana and neighbouring countries.
- visit the “Fantasy Coffins” of Teshie Nungua, and visit their workshop and meet the coffin makers.
- In the afternoon, pass by Black Star Square where we find the enclosed flame of African liberation lit by Kwame Nkrumah himself in 1961
- we visit the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
- Head downtown to Jamestown, one of the oldest suburbs of Accra and enjoy a walking tour of the community, taking in historical structures that predate the colonial era
- In The evening we will visit one of the many boxing gyms to see the youth in action
- A small local street bar and restaurant in the community provides a comfortable atmosphere for evening meals and refreshments, where talented bands entertain put on impressive performances.
- After a day of exploring Jamestown, guests can choose to return to their hotel or explore the nightlife in town.
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- Visit Krobo, In the Volta Region of Ghana a city known for its traditional bead jewelry. And visit one of the family compounds to learn about the skilled process and try our hand at creating our own beads.
- Go to the beautiful Akuapem hills, where we will visit the Aburi botanical gardens, offering stunning views of Accra and Tema
- Visit the Aburi craft village, Koforidua, famous for its traditional bead market.
- After lunch, we will head to Kumasi, where we will check into our hotel
- remainder of the day free leisure time.
Accommodation- In Kumasi
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- Journey through Ashanti history begins visiting the traditional villages of Adanwomasie and Ntonso
- head to Ntunso where adinkra cloth and symbols originate, learning the meanings behind the various symbols and make their own strip of adinkra cloth using symbols with personal significance.
- After lunch, visitors can explore Adum, the commercial center of Kumasi
- In the evening, rest at their accommodation or head into town to experience local nightlife and music.
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- Visit Manhyia Palace, home to the Asantehene King of the Ashanti’s,
- Depart Kumasi, and head south to the villages of Bonkro and Breku,
- Visit the local representative for Kuapa Kokoo Cooperative, a Fair-Trade organization that ensures its members get a good price for the sale of their cocoa and promotes women in business
- Visit one of te Ghanaian farmers and their families who grow the cocoa and sell it to Divine through Kuapa Kokoo, who we get the privilege of meeting.
- Explore the cocoa process, learn about cooperatives improving working conditions, banning child labor, and ensuring women’s voices are heard.
- Visit local cocoa farms, witness the harvesting process, and learn about local sweets and soap production from cocoa.
- After planting the trees, we will spend the evening with the community enjoying a meal and experiencing village life in this remote part of Ghana.
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- Bonkro, Ghana is a remote community where you can experience community life, local markets, and cooking lessons.
- After breakfast, learn to prepare local dishes and barter for produce at the local markets.
- Lunch will be at a local chop bar, where you will learn the full list of ingredients and head to the markets to purchase ingredients for dinner.
- If cooking lessons aren’t your interest, there are other activities you can participate in. For example, you can help with reforestation projects by planting more native trees, maintenance of a school, and developing the gardens. You can also help locals produce Gari, and harvest cassava from a local farm. You can also help with the extraction process at a local palm oil refinery
- In the evening, enjoy an open bonfire, listen to local stories, and mix with the community.
Accommodation-In Bonkro
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- Visit Assin Manso, an important town along the enslaved African trade routes, is home to the Ndonkor Nsuo (Enslaved African River)
- After visiting the river, goto Cape Coast Castle, a world heritage site designated by UNESCO.
- Explore the dungeons and the infamous “Door of no return”
- Visit the castles houses a historical museum that explains the history of the castle and Cape Coast, as well as a souvenir shop selling literature on Ghana’s forts and castles.
- Eat lunch at the Baobab Children Foundation which is dedicated to preparing children for self-sufficiency and future self-sufficiency.
- After a day exploring Ghana’s tropical forests and coastal communities, guests relax at our beachfront accommodation to relax for the evening.
Accommodation-In Elmina
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- Visit Kakum National Park, a semi-deciduous upper guinea rainforest is home to the Kakum Rainforest Canopy Walkway offering stunning views of the rainforest.
- The park headquarters provide an informative overview of the park’s flora and fauna
- On the border of the forest, visit the International Stingless Bee
- Visitors can also visit a stingless bee walkway and butterfly garden where many forest butterfly species feed.
- Visit a local palm plantation provide to gain first-hand insight into why locally palm is so popular.
- Lunch is served at Han’s cottage Botel near Kakum, a comfortable establishment surrounded by tropical guinea rainforest, containing Nile crocodiles.
- The afternoon is spent exploring Ghana’s traditional batik making workshop with Global Mamas, an organization that empowers local women to learn artistic skills and sell their finished products in the fair-trade market.
- Working alongside local artisans, participants learn traditional techniques of batik making and production. A piece of cloth is given to participants to create their own batik garment
- After a day exploring nature and culture, guests return to their hotel for a refreshing drink before heading into town for local music and an evening meal.
Accommodation-In Elmina.
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- This morning, we will relax at our hotel and enjoy the beautiful beach before visiting Elmina, a fishing town in Ghana.
- Visit the local fish market and visit the boat builders, who build traditional wooden boats with no changes in design or tools for centuries.
- See colourful fishing boats bringing their catch into the harbour and interact with locals.
- The Castle of St George, a UNESCO world heritage site and the oldest colonial building in sub-Saharan Africa, is a must-see for its history and role during the slave trade era.
- The evening meal will be at Brenu Akyinim, a popular beachfront location in Ghana. We will enjoy a meal on the beachfront with a bonfire and a special treat as a local traditional Ghanaian drumming and dance troupe perform on the beach.
- The evening offers an opportunity to learn the basics of drumming and showcase our moves while overlooking the beautiful gold coast of West Africa.
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- A relaxing morning enjoying the facilities of our accommodation, maybe go for a swim, relax on the beach, or just enjoy our final morning at this beautiful location.
- Before setting off back to Accra we enjoy our lunch overlooking the beautiful Gold Coast of West Africa.
- Upon arrival in Ghana’s capital, guests can explore the Accra Mall and purchase souvenirs before heading home.
- An early evening meal at a locally owned restaurant offers an excellent selection of local and international dishes, providing an opportunity to reflect on the wonderful time together.
- The team will then transfer you to the airport for their departure.
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Prices
Our tour prices vary depending on accommodation type and group size. Please contact us to discuss your tour requirements preferences.
Our Price Promise
If you receive cheaper quotes from other legitimate companies, we will try to match or improve the price for the exact same tour package offered.
Included
Included
- Accommodation
This will be pre-determined prior to your booking and will depend on your budget. We offer the choice from High-end, to mid-range and budget options. - Food
All our standard tour prices include breakfast, lunch, and dinner, in addition we have fruit and snacks when available on all our vehicles. - Mineral water
Unlimited mineral water is available to every participant for the duration of your time with us on all our tours. - Transportation
In a fully air-conditioned vehicle for the duration of your tour, vehicle type will depend on the group size and all our vehicles are comprehensively insured and in excellent condition. - Driver
All our drivers are highly experienced and employed on a full-time basis by our company, their focus is on your safety and comfort. On the occasions we may need to rent vehicles and drivers from outside our company, these are well known to us and are of the highest quality with your safety and comfort as their priority. - Fuel
Unlimited daily milage and all fuel is included in the tour price. - Entrance fees
All entrance and excursion fees detailed in your itinerary are included in the tour price. - Guide fees
All expert guide fees are included in the price for all our tours. - Additional services
Our company offer 24/7 professional, care, attention, and office support to all our tour participants.
Not Included
Not Included
- International flights
- Visas
- Travel insurance
- Soft and alcoholic drinks
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a visa to travel?
Most countries in West Africa require visas for entry and this will ultimately depend on your country of origin and your chosen destination. Once you have decided on your preferred holiday destination, go to the destination page for that country on our website and you will find all the entry requirements and visa information for that specific country in the Travel Tips section at the bottom of the page. Ashanti African Tours offer tours to Ghana, Togo, Benin, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Senegal, Sao Tome and Principe and Ethiopia. If you do not see the visa information on the relevant pages, we are here to help, so please contact us
Do I need vaccinations/shots to travel?
All countries we travel to in West Africa require Yellow Fever vaccination and you must ensure you keep the certificate with your passport when entering the country as this may be requested for inspection. For up to date information on all other vaccinations you may need please consult your doctor, travel clinic or public health department six to eight weeks prior to departure for extensive up to date information on foreign travel to West Africa.
Do I need to bring medicine with me?
If you are on any medication for your personal wellbeing, then please ensure you keep this in your hand luggage prior to travel in case your main luggage is delayed. Malaria is prevalent in West Africa and you will need to take preventative malaria treatment and there are several prophylactics available so please consult your doctor or travel clinic to see which one is best for you. Imodium or similar medication is always advisable to have with you when travelling in case you experience traveller Tummy which is common when travelling to places with a different climate. Pharmacies are common in most locations here in West Africa and your guide is always available to assist you if you need to visit a pharmacy, please be open and discuss any issues you have with your guide.
Do I need travel insurance?
You must ensure that you have adequate personal insurance cover for your trip. It is a compulsory requirement for all our trips in Senegal and other African destinations and it is your responsibility to take out a suitable policy. You will not officially join our tours until evidence of your insurance has been provided to our office. This must include personal accident, medical expenses, and repatriation to your country of origin. We also strongly recommend that your policy covers cancellation (especially significant since the Covid-19 pandemic), curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Please note that free insurance cover offered by some credit cards does not cover repatriation expenses.
Who will meet me at the airport?
Prior to your arrival our office will provide you with a photo of your guide and driver in addition to their personal mobile/cell phone number in case you can not locate them at the airport. The guide and driver assigned to your tour will also be holding an Ashanti African Tours sign or a sign with your name on it at the arrival hall when leaving the main building after clearing customs and immigration. Please ensure you check your guide or drivers company identification card when meeting them prior to joining our vehicle. Airports can be busy and some people can be disorientated when arriving in an unusual country so in the rare instance you cannot locate your driver or guide please wait at the arrival hall and call their phone number which our office provided you. In the unlikely event you can still not reach them then call our office 24/7 emergency number and we will ensure they locate where you are in the airport.
How much spending money will I need?
The amount of spending money you will need is determined by the type of tour you have booked with us. Most of our standard scheduled and customized tours are all-inclusive, so you only need to budget for the following: snacks, soft (not mineral water as this is always included) and alcoholic drinks and items of a personal nature. If you have booked a budget tour, then some aspects of the tour may not be included in the tour price and you will receive this information during your enquiry process.
Can I access ATM’s to withdraw money?
Access to Automated Teller Machines varies greatly depending on the country, city, or town you are in and it is common for machines to have technical problems disbursing money. It is advisable to withdraw your spending money in the capital city of your chosen destination on your arrival, alternatively your guide can arrange for money to be changed at local Forex Bureaus and banks during your trip.
Will my driver or tour guide stay with me at all times?
Our drivers and guides are always available 24/7 during your time touring with us. For our student trips they will always remain with the group, staying at the same accommodations and are always on hand in case of an emergency. On our standard tours the guide and driver are with you for as long as you need them, sometimes they stay at the same accommodations, when this is not possible they stay at a nearby accommodation but are always available if needed. You will be provided with your guide and drivers personal contact number and our clients are always given a 24/7 emergency contact number.
How much should I tip?
All our company drivers, assistants and expert local guides are employed on full time contracts with Ashanti African Tours and receive a good salary and in addition a daily bonus when on tour. Ashanti African Tours also have a company policy to tip all local site guides and hotel staff. Therefore, if any of our clients would like to tip any of our guides, site guides, drivers, or staff at hotels we use, it is at the client’s own discretion.
Can I bring donations?
It is common for our tour participants to want to bring donations for schools, hospitals, library’s, and other organisations that are in need here in West Africa. This is very much appreciated; however, we do not encourage giving out pens, books and other items directly as these are often taken off their intended recipient by bigger or older people and also breeds a begging culture in locations we visit. To ensure the donations go to their intended recipients our office will identify schools, communities and organisations in need and we will arrange for you to hand them over to a representative or person in charge. This ensures the item and donation goes to those in most need of help. Ashanti African Tours have also registered our own NGO charity “Rainforest Rescue Ghana” which builds schools, helps local communities, youth and protects rainforest and endangered wildlife in Ghana. To date (2020) we have donated over $135,000.00 USD from our company profits to our projects, if you would like more information on our projects please contact us
Will my mobile/cell phone work?
If you would like to use your phone and number registered to your home country when in West Africa it is important you inform your service provider and arrange international roaming, you will then be able to connect to local networks, however please be aware this can be expensive way to use data and make calls. It is possible for our office and your guide to arrange a local sim for your phone for you to use during your time here, for this to work please ensure your phone is not locked to a network in your own country. The local sim would need to be registered but would be a cheaper way for you to call and use the internet.
What should I pack and bring on my trip?
Due to the wide variety of tours we offer, this information will be forwarded upon confirmation of your booking in your pre-trip information pack.
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