Name: New Year’s Eve in Ghana 2024/2025 (Kim)
Start: 2024-12-27T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2025-01-04T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Accra, Ghana

Sankofa US

8 reviews

Dec 27, 2024 - Jan 4, 2025

Group size: 12 - 30

New Year’s Eve in Ghana 2024/2025 (Kim)

Accra, Ghana

Dec 27, 2024 - Jan 4, 2025

Group size: 12 - 30

A tour of Ghana, West Africa is one gift that will last for a lifetime. The spirit of celebration will be in the air. You will be free to tour or relax in one of the most beautiful countries in Africa! Explore the inspiration behind the independence movement of the country lead by Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. Enjoy the beach or a relaxing spa day at your hotel. We offer a suggested itinerary, but you will have the option to keep the exact details or be flexible to make room for holiday celebrations. We will also take two days to visit Cape Coast to have your Sankofa Return experience. Then, return to Accra for the Detty December events to bring in the New Year!

Please note prices reflect double occupancy; single upgrades are available.

This itinerary is subject to change.

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Flight
Flight is not included in this package. We recommend booking your flight to depart the US on Dec 27th and return from Ghana on Jan 4th. Flights are often overnight.
Travel Vaccinations
The Yellow Fever vaccination is required for entry into Gnana. You can get the required inoculation at a "travel clinic" near you.
Trip insurance
Sankofa US contracts with Allianz Travel Insurance, however, travel insurance is at your own expense.
Meals
Lunch and dinner is at your own expense. Breakfast is included with hotel stays only.
All Other Services/Items
All other services/items not listed in this proposal are not included in the cost of this trip.

Day 1 - Depart the USA
Day 1 - Depart the USA
Going Back to Move Forward

Flight is not included

We recommend you book your flight on this day.
Most flights are overnight, the tour will begin on the next day.
Sample flight is an evening flight from Chicago to New York to Accra with the same return itinerary.

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Day 2
Day 2
Welcome and Accra City Tour

Type of Day: Low Impact
Attire: Comfortable wear
Breakfast at the Hotel
Departure: 10:00 am
Enjoy the festive holiday season in Accra, Ghana.

Spend the morning relaxing until check in.
Details to be determined once flight arrival details are confirmed.
It we tour, by 3pm local time you will return to the hotel for rest and dinner.
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Day 3
Day 3
Cape Coast Day

Type of Day: Medium Impact (bus travel, walking)
Attire: Celebratory White
Breakfast at the hotel
Departure for the Central Region
Travel for 2-3 hours to Cape Coast to explore the Slave Dungeon.

Check in to the Coconut Grove Beach Hotel

Drive along the coast through several fishing villages and coconut lined beaches. Visit the Cape Coast Castle which was originally started by the Swedes in 1652.

The Cape Coast Castle served as the headquarters and seat of the British colonial government until 1877

We will also visit Elmina Castle erected by the Portuguese in 1482, one of the most important stops on the route of the Atlantic slave trade.

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Day 4
Day 4
Assin Manso

Type of Day: Low Impact
Attire: Comfortable Wear

Departure: 9:00 am
Village of Samaan (bring school supplies and other donated items for the service project)

Visit the village of Saaman to tour the traditional farming village and gain insights on their educational system.

Visit to the Slave River (Assin Manso)

Travel to Assin Manso the “Slave River” which was the last rest stop for the captives on their “one-way” trek to the slave dungeons along the Coast.

Dinner at the hotel.
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Day 5
Day 5
Cape Coast to Accra

Type of Day: High Impact (walking, climbing)
Attire: Comfortable and durable wear; walking shoes
Departure: 9:00 am
Check out of the hotel.

Travel back to Accra and continue to the Arts and Crafts Market for a wide variety of Ghanaian hand-crafted items. Complete the Accra city tour: Notational Museum and historic Jamestown walking tour if time allows.
Prepare for an New Year's Eve celebration: detail will be shared soon.
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Day 6
Day 6
Back in Accra

Type of Day: Medium Impact
Attire: Casual/Comfortable Wear

Head Back to Accra

Last full da in Ghana!!!
Travel back to Accra and continue to the Arts and Crafts Market for a wide variety of Ghanaian hand-crafted items.
Complete the Accra city tour: Notational Museum and historic Jamestown walking tour.

Farewell Dinner and Naming Ceremony at the hotel.

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Day 7
Day 7
City Tour/Aburi

Type of Day: Medium impact

After breakfast, complete the Accra city tour or visit Aburi Botanical Garden and December events!

Points of Interests include: Independent Square, Black Star Monument, Jamestown, and more. (Subject to Change).
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Day 8
Day 8
Final Day: Farewell Celebration & Naming Ceremony

Type of day: Low impact

This day we will tour the Aburi Botanical Gardens and spend the afternoon in Osu for shopping.
Head back to the hotel to prepare for a night on the town to bring in 2025!!!!
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Day 9
Day 9
Last Day in Ghana
Spend the day relaxing and prepare for the late night flight back to your place of residence.

The day is open for you. Our Team will be available assist you or just take the time to relax on your own.

Most return flights are overnight flights that require a 6:00pm airport check in.

Flight TBD
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Day 10
Day 10
Back in the US
If you book your flight for January 4th you will most likely arrive back in the US from your overnight flight.
The Accra details will be solidified once we get closer to the dates to allow flexibility for the December events.
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Day 1 - Depart the USA

Going Back to Move Forward

Flight is not included

We recommend you book your flight on this day.

Most flights are overnight, the tour will begin on the next day.

Sample flight is an evening flight from Chicago to New York to Accra with the same return itinerary.

Sankofa US

8 reviews

LaNiece Thomas-Flagg and Bishop Lance Davis co-own Sankofa US. They have 25 years experience in planning tours to Ghana. They arranged tour groups for MTV host, Dometi Pongo; radio personality, Linal Harris; and many others. Sankofa US has also hosted organizations such as Rich Township High Schools, the Illinois Black Caucus, and World Vision. "It is our joy to bring this unique, inspirational, educational, and transformative tour to the diaspora and beyond" ~ Sankofa US

This was a remarkable and fascinating trip. Everything from the professionalism of the staff, food, lodging, museums, shopping, and education was nothing short of excellent!

By Rodney S for World Vision & IGM Ghana Entry Visa by Sankofa US on Oct 10, 2024

We had the most amazing trip. Sankofa US is awesome. From beginning to end, their entire team is attentive to your every need. In fact they treat you like royalty.

By Donecia N for World Vision & IGM Ghana Entry Visa by Sankofa US on Oct 04, 2024

Our journey to Ghana and Rwanda in partnership with Sankofa and WeTravel was a uniquely enriching experience. We dove deep into African History of the Gold Coast slave trade and the Rwandan Genocide. We met local people who are building new redemptive and caring communities. We stayed in very nice accommodations and our in country transportation was wonderful. More focus on the accomplishments of the African diaspora in spite of slavery would have been an encouraging redemptive note on which to end. Seeing the reconciliation village and meeting survivors and perpetrators and hearing their testimonies of forgiveness was priceless. Michael N. Allen

By Michael A for Updated Together Chicago KGL Flights on Sep 18, 2024

Working with Sankofa US gave us ease in preparing for and participating in the experience. They were very responsive and knowledgeable. I'd recommend them and their team to anyone traveling to Ghana!

By Shunda C for Metro's Ghana Entry Visa Package (TC) on Sep 09, 2024

Our 8-day journey with Sankofa US was nothing short of extraordinary! From the moment we connected with LaNiece, we knew we were in for a treat. Her attention to detail and personalized service set the tone for an unforgettable adventure. Our tour guide, Samuel Kumah, and driver, Seth, were the epitome of professionalism and warmth. Their extensive knowledge of Ghana's history, culture, and hidden gems added depth to every experience. Whether it was recommending mouthwatering restaurants, exciting activities, or must-see sights, they always went above and beyond to ensure our trip was nothing short of spectacular. One of the highlights of our journey was undoubtedly the naming ceremony, a deeply moving and authentic celebration of Ghanaian culture. It's an experience we'll cherish for a lifetime. Sankofa US doesn't just offer tours; they create memories that last a lifetime. If you're considering a trip to Ghana, look no further than Sankofa US. Thank you, LaNiece, Samuel, and Seth, for an unforgettable adventure!

By Marvin Q for Quinn Family on Apr 20, 2024

On behalf of the entire Sankofa US Team, we send our most gracious appreciation for your kind review. Thank you and we pray you will forever remember your tour of Ghana!

By Sankofa US on Apr 20, 2024

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