Travel to Accra, Ghana
Experience Ghana's rich cultural heritage, historic sites, and natural beauty during the dry season. Experience the vibrant beauty of Ghana through this carefully curated 12-day journey. From the bustling streets of Accra to the serene landscapes of the Ashanti Region, immerse yourself in a country where traditional customs seamlessly blend with modern life. Based in the coastal town of Prampram, this tour combines cultural exploration, historical discovery, and natural adventures across five distinct regions of Ghana.
Eastern Region
ABURI GARDENS
BOTI FALLS
UMBRELLA ROCK
PEDUASE
Ashanti Region
KENTE WEAVING
WOOD CARVING
NATIONAL CULTURAL CENTRE
KOMFO ANOKYE HOSPITAL
Central/Western Region
ASSIN MANSO
ELIMA AND CAPE COAST CASTLE
KAKUM NATIONAL PARK
Get familiar with the Twi language and your Ghanaian name.
Here are a few common things to learn how to say in the Twi (Akan) language. We also have the days of the week names for you to check what your name will be.
Independence Square
GREETINGS
Maakye: “Good Morning”
Maaha: “Good Afternoon”
Maadwo: “Good Evening”
Makola Market
POLITENESS
Mepa wo ky3w: “Please”
Medaase: “Thank you!”
Akwaaba: “Welcome!”
Art Centre
MAKING FRIENDS
Me din de: “My name is _____”
In Ghana, many people are given traditional names based on the day of the week they were born. This naming tradition comes primarily from the Akan people, but has been widely adopted across Ghana. Here are the day names:
In Ghana, many people are given traditional names based on the day of the week they were born. This naming tradition comes primarily from the Akan people, but has been widely adopted across Ghana. Here are the day names:
For Boys:
Monday - Kwadwo (Kojo)
Tuesday - Kwabena (Kobina Fante)
Wednesday - Kwaku (Kuuku Fante)
Thursday - Yaw (Ekow Fante)
Friday - Kofi (Fiifi Fante)
Saturday - Kwame
Sunday - Kwasi (Kwesi)
For Girls:
Monday - Adwoa (Adjoa Fante)
Tuesday - Abena (Araba Fante)
Wednesday - Akua (Kuukua Fante)
Thursday - Yaa (Aba Fante)
Friday - Afua (Efua Fante)
Saturday - Ama or Amma
Sunday - Akosua (Esi Fante)
What is your Ghanaian name?
These names often form the first name, and people typically receive additional names as well. The day names help people quickly identify when someone was born and are an important part of Ghanaian cultural identity. The spellings can vary slightly depending on the specific ethnic group or region.
The Fante variations are particularly distinct as they're commonly used in the Central Region and coastal areas. The Ewe variants are used in the Volta Region. Some of these names also have slightly different pronunciations depending on the region, even when spelled the same way.
To find your name simply put your birth date including the year in google to get the day of the week.
Example April 25, 1981 Girl: Ama Boy: Kwame
Itinerary
Gye Nyame "Only God"
Day 1
Travel Day from USA
Day 2
Arrival in Accra
Relax
Welcome Lunch/Dinner
Day 3
James Fort/Jamestown Lighthouse
National Mosque
Independence Square
Kwame Nkrumah Park
Beach/Resort, Dinner
Day 4
Breakfast, Tour Eastern Region
Boti Falls
Aburi Gardens
Treasure Island or Peduase Resort
Dinner
Akoma "Heart"
Day 5-6
Tour Western Region - Takoradi
Nzulenzu
Assin Manso
Check into Resort, Dinner
Breakfast, Tour Central Region
Elima & Cape Coast Castle
Kakum National Park
Lunch, Accra
Day 7
Free Day
Day 8-9
Ashanti Region
Kente Weaving
Wood Carving
National Cultural Centre
Romofo Anokye Hospital
Lunch/Dinner, Airport
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. WHAT VACCINATIONS DO I NEED FOR GHANA?
A. YELLOW FEVER
Q. WHAT IS THE WEATHER LIKE?
A. IT IS HOT, JANUARY/FEBRUARY IS CONSIDERED "DRY SEASON.' WE ADVISE YOU TO BRING A LIGHT SWEATER OR JACKET.
Q. HOW DO I GET GHANA CURRENCY?
A. ARRANGE WITH YOUR GROUP TO GET MONEY EXCHANGED ON THE FIRST DAY AND THROUGHOUT THE TRIP. [PLEASE BRING LARGE BILLS ie. $50, $100]
Q. WHAT IS TRANSPORTATION LIKE?
A. UBER AND BOLT ARE AVAILABLE. YOU CAN GET ANYWHERE YOU NEED BY USING THESE APPS.
Q. DO YOU HAVE TO APPLY FOR A VISA BEFOREHAND?
A. YES, YOU SHOULD MAKE TIME TO APPLY FOR YOUR VISA! [WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY FOR YOUR VISA A MONTH IN ADVANCE].
Q. DO YOU NEED A SIM CARD FOR GHANA?
A. NO. IF YOU HAVE A NEWER MODEL PHONE [IPHONE 10 & UP/ANDROID EQUIVALENT]. A GHANA NUMBER ISN’T REQUIRED.
Q. HOW DO YOU ACCESS MONEY IN GHANA?
A. ASIDE FROM CASH, YOU CAN USE A CARD AT ALL MAJOR RETAILERS AND BANK ATMS TO WITHDRAW MONEY. YOU CAN ALSO SEND MOBILE MONEY THROUGH MONEY TRANSFER APPS LIKE SENDWAVE, WESTERN UNION, MONEY GRAM AND MORE.
