Assin Manso Slave River, Cape Coast & Elmina Castle History Tour

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10 to 16 hours (approximately)
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Offered in: English and 1 more

During the infamous transatlantic slave trade, Assin Manso Ancestral Slave River Park was one of the biggest slave markets, gathering people to sell into slavery. Since you will be traveling along the path that many African Americans' ancestors took, it is especially worthwhile to see as a prelude to seeing Cape Coast Slave Castle. Slaves took their final bath at Assin Manso before continuing on their journey. Additionally, it contains the location of the reburial of the repatriated remains of two diasporas, Carson from New York and Lady Crystal from Jamaica.

What's Included

Bottled water
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

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

We can pick you up at Accra Mall gate 2 or You can call/Text our number if you need assistance.

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Meeting point
Accra Mall

We can pick you up at Accra Mall gate 2 or You can call/Text our number if you need assistance.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 to 16 hours (approximately)
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    Assin Manso Ancestral Slave River Park

    One of the biggest slave markets for assembling individuals to sell into slavery during the infamous transatlantic slave trade was Assin Manso Ancestral Slave River Park. As you will be traveling the same path as the ancestors of many African Americans, it is especially worthwhile to see as a prelude to seeing Cape Coast Slave Castle. On their journey, slaves would take their final bath at Assin Manso. The reinstatement site of Lady Crystal from Jamaica and Carson from New York, two diasporas, is also located there.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Elmina Castle

    In what is now Elmina, Ghana, the Portuguese built Elmina Castle in 1482 (formerly the Gold Coast). It was the Gulf of Guinea's first trading post to be established. You will learn about the activities of the slave trade era and its impacts on communities, countries, and humanity at large through this attraction. strolling through the nearby fishing market Elmina is another charming fishing village on Ghana's coast.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Cape Coast Castle

    A tragic chapter in Africa's history is commemorated by the UNESCO World Heritage site that was once a slave castle. You will learn about the activities of the slave trade era and its effects on our culture, nations, and humanity at large.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Cape Coast Walk

    Savor a delightful lunch by the seaside that includes some fresh Ghanaian cuisine. Engage in conversation with the locals at Castle Beach.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Best of Africa Travels Ltd

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