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Cape Coast Castle & Kakum
Culture Heritage

Cape Coast Castle & Kakum

Central RegionPrivate trip

Cape Coast Castle and Kakum National Park offer a combination of Ghana’s history, culture, and natural beauty. Cape Coast Castle provides visitors with an opportunity to explore one of Ghana’s most significant historical sites through a guided tour, while Kakum National Park offers an immersive rainforest experience surrounded by rich biodiversity. The destination combines heritage and adventure, from exploring the historic castle and learning about its past to walking across the famous Kakum Canopy Walkway and experiencing the rainforest through its scenic trails.

Included

  • Private transportation
  • Kakum National Park entry
  • Kakum Canopy Walkway
  • Cape Coast Castle guided tour
  • Nature walk
  • Professional trip coordination

Not included

  • Meals unless selected
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities or services not listed under Includes

Meeting point & logistics

Departure time7:00 AM, please arrive 15 minutes early
Estimated return19:00, approximate. Traffic and weather may affect timing.
DifficultyChallenging

No upcoming group dates

This trip has no scheduled group departures right now. Book it as a private trip for your group.

Trip Itinerary

Everything planned for your trip, from pickup to drop-off.

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2 activities10-step day plan

Enjoy a private day trip from Accra to two of Ghana’s most iconic destinations. The experience combines history, culture, nature, and adventure, beginning with a guided tour of Cape Coast Castle before continuing to Kakum National Park. At Kakum, guests can experience the rainforest, walk across the Canopy Walkway, and explore the surrounding forest trails. The entrance fees for Kakum National Park, the Canopy Walkway, and the Cape Coast Castle tour are included in the private trip package.

Activities

2 to make it yours

Kakum Canopy Walkway
Cape Coast Castle guided tour

What to bring

Comfortable clothingComfortable walking shoesSunscreenHat or capSunglassesWater bottleLight backpackCamera or phone

Emergency contact

For emergencies during the trip, contact the assigned AfricTrails trip coordinator immediately.

Schedule

07:00Private Pickup & Departure from Accra
10:00Arrival at Cape Coast Castle
10:15Guided Cape Coast Castle Tour
11:45Depart for Kakum National Park
12:30Arrival at Kakum National Park
12:45Kakum Canopy Walkway
14:00Lunch / Free Time
15:00Final Exploration & Photography
16:00Depart Kakum National Park for Accra
19:00Private Drop-off

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GH₵ 150.00/ person