Cape Coast and Elmina Slave Castles Shore Excursion

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

Join us to explore the rich history and culture of Ghana on this shore excursion. Visit the Cape Coast Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the dungeons where enslaved Africans were incarcerated before they were sent to the New World. Continue to visit to the Elmina Castle, another UNESCO World Heritage Site constructed by the Portuguese in 1482 as a trading post. The Castle is the oldest and largest European structure in sub-Saharan Africa. Before boarding the ship, enjoy a panoramic tour of the Elmina Township and stop at the Elmina Fishing Harbour for photo opportunity.

What's Included

Private transportation
Tour Guiding Service
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tips and Gratituities
Personal Expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

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Meeting point
Takoradi Harbour

Look out for your tour guide in our company branded shirt at the pier with your name on a signage

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • Takoradi Harbour (Pass by)

    Drive from Takoradi Port to Cape Coast

    Admission ticket free
  • Sekondi-Takoradi (Pass by)

    Drive past Monkey Hill and adjoining wetlands. Unique virgin forest inhabited by monkeys and birds in the centre of the metropolis and the story of the monkey. Drive through Sekondi European Town. See the old colonial buildings, High Court, Commercial and Residential buildings. Drive past Fort Orange. You guide will give the story of the Fort and the old Railway Station.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Cape Coast Castle

    Arrive in Cape Coast and go on a conducted tour of the Cape Coast Castle & the West African Historical Museum

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Elmina Castle

    Visit the Elmina Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Takoradi Harbour

    Drive back to the Takoradi Port

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
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Shore Excursions
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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