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Discover Senegal & Ghana – 12 Days

Program Overview

Experience the beauty, culture, and history of West Africa on this unforgettable journey through Senegal and Ghana. Begin in Dakar, exploring the African Renaissance Monument, the Museum of Black Civilization, and vibrant markets. Visit Gorée Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the emotional “Door of No Return.” Discover the shimmering Pink Lake and enjoy a wildlife safari at Bandia National Park before relaxing in Saly.

Continue to Ghana, where modern life meets deep tradition. In Accra, explore Independence Square, the W.E.B. Du Bois Centre, and the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park. Travel to Kumasi, the heart of the Ashanti Kingdom, and witness skilled artisans at work in Kente weaving and Adinkra printing villages. Conclude with visits to Cape Coast and Elmina Castles, powerful reminders of Africa’s past, and a breathtaking canopy walk at Kakum National Park.

A true celebration of heritage, resilience, and beauty across two iconic nations.

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Program Highlights

Discover the history of the slave trade in Gorée Island and witness nature’s pink wonder at the Pink Lake in Senegal.
Spot giraffes, zebras, rhinos, and antelopes in their natural habitat at the Bandia National Park Safari.
Visit Independence Square, W.E.B. Du Bois Centre, and the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park during the Accra city tour.
Experience traditional Kente weaving, Adinkra cloth printing, and wood carving at Ashanti Craft Villages in Kumasi.
Walk through the “Door of No Return” and reflect on Africa’s powerful history.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
Guide / Chaperone

Program Details

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Locations

  • Ghana
  • Senegal

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026, 2027, 2028

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Independent living
  • Other

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Written Application
  • Other
  • Phone/Video Interview

Age Requirement

All Ages

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Travel Leaders Ghana
Tour Operators Union of Ghana
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