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Embark on the world’s largest e-waste sites private guided tour through Accra’s Agbogbloshie community. Gain firsthand insight into how discarded electronics are repurposed, recycled, and transformed into useful materials by local youth, demonstrating remarkable resilience, creativity, and resourcefulness in the face of challenging conditions.
This eye-opening experience is ideal for those seeking a deeper understanding of global waste systems and their environmental and social impact. By booking this tour, you directly contribute to supporting livelihoods within the community, as a portion of the fee goes to local guides and residents. Tips are also warmly appreciated for those who feel inspired to offer additional support. YouTubers, researchers, and documentary makers, please contact the tour operator in advance to arrange the necessary filming permits. Respectful and mindful engagement is essential to ensure a meaningful and positive experience for both visitors and the community.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
This is a flexible tour with pick-up and drop-off available from your hotel, residence, or any preferred location at a time that suits you best. However, we recommend starting either before 10:00 AM or after 3:00 PM, as the experience includes both walking and driving. These times help avoid the peak heat of the day, ensuring a more comfortable and enjoyable tour.
We are flexible and are able to drop guests off at their preferred location
What to expect
Accra hosts the world's largest E waste dumping site. Take an eye opener tour to see how the youth transform and recycle some of the e waste products into useful products. This will be a combination of driving and a walking tour that will last about 2 hours. This is a very flexible tour we can start any time of the Day. However, we encourage morning tours before the sun peaks.
Itinerary:
Scrap extrusion experience
Recycling process
Dumping and storage site
Total market experience
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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