Pan Africa Tourism Board (PATBOARD)
UNESCO World Heritage slave castles and the rainforest canopy walkway of Kakum National Park.
Walk through the "Door of No Return" at Cape Coast Castle and Elmina Castle - deeply moving experiences that connect visitors to a pivotal chapter of world history.
Walk 40 metres above the rainforest canopy on suspended rope bridges, surrounded by tropical biodiversity - monkeys, forest elephants, and over 250 bird species.
Ghana's capital has emerged as one of Africa's coolest cities - Chale Wote street art festival, Gallery 1957, and a booming nightlife scene centred on Osu and Labone.
November to March (dry season) offers sunny skies and comfortable humidity. December is peak season for diaspora visitors. The July-August rainy season is lush but wet.
Fly to Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra. Cape Coast is a 2.5-hour drive west. Visa on arrival is available for African Union passport holders; others can apply for e-visas.
In Accra: Kempinski Hotel, Labadi Beach Hotel, or boutique stays in Osu. In Cape Coast: Coconut Grove Beach Resort or the charming Anomabo Beach Resort.
