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Travel With Purpose

Sankofa Impact Tours to Ghana

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Experience Ghana. Empower a Village.” Accra. Kumasi. Elmina. 3 cities. 1 trip of a lifetime.

The Sankofa Foundation invites you on a life-changing journey to Ghana, where cultural discovery meets social impact. Our Sankofa Impact Tours are more than travel—they are immersive, purpose-driven experiences that connect you to the heart of the communities we serve. 

 

Why Travel With Us?

When you join a Sankofa Impact Tour, you'll:

  • 🌿 Explore the rich history and heritage of Ghana, from the Cape Coast to the vibrant streets of Accra.

  • 👐 Visit the village communities and engage and learn from the locals

  • 🎓Enjoy shopping in the marketplaces, naming ceremonies, and learn about African culture

  • 💞 Build meaningful cross-cultural relationships that last a lifetime.

    • And it is ALL INCLUSIVE!!   Hotels, meals, transportation, and a tour guide are all included!

 

How Your Tour Helps

Your fee supports our nonprofit programs, ensuring that your travel has a tangible, lasting impact.  Including:

  • Supports students' educational dreams

  • Village-based health and nutrition programs

  • Local economic development and training opportunities, including the building of a new Information Technology Center

Who Should Come?

Whether you're someone seeking deeper purpose in your travels or an educator, donor, student, or creative, this journey is for you. Individuals, families, and small groups are all welcome.

 

✈️ Upcoming Trips

November 8th - 18th, 2026
10 days | Fully guided | Culturally immersive | Purpose-driven

Reserve your spot or join the interest list today.
Spaces are limited.

Frequently Asked Questions

 

What is the cost?

Our adventure includes luxurious accommodations, expertly guided tours, authentic cultural experiences—such as a traditional Ghanaian naming ceremony—and the comfort of private, air-conditioned transportation throughout your trip. All meals, from breakfast to dinner, showcase the rich flavors of Ghanaian cuisine, ensuring your journey delights all the senses.

  • Tour Price (Double Occupancy): $2,837 per person

  • Reserve your spot with just $300 by December 31, 2025

  • Final balance due July 1, 2026

  • Single occupancy available (supplement applies).

  • Deposits and Payments can be made here: 

What’s Included:

  • Premium hotel accommodations

  • Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner

  • All listed attractions and entry fees

  • Traditional naming ceremony

  • Private, air-conditioned transportation

  • Bottled water and light snacks daily

  • Airport pickup upon arrival and drop off

 

What's not Included:

  • Domestic/International Flights to Accra

Is this a volunteer or mission trip?
No. Our tours combine education, culture, and relaxation. You won't be expected to build schools or run programs, but your presence, support, and donations will uplift the very communities you visit.

Is my payment tax-deductible?
Yes, the tour and costs involved may be tax-deductible. We'll provide documentation after your trip for you to consult with your tax advisor.

Ready to Walk With Us?

Together, we can honor the spirit of Sankofa, reaching back to uplift others as we move forward.

"Go back and get it" is more than a proverb. It's a call to remember, restore, and return empowered.

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10-Day Ghana Culture & Heritage Tour
November 8-18, 2026

 

Day 1 – Arrival in Accra

Accommodation: Accra

✈️ Welcome to Ghana!
You’ll arrive at Kotoka International Airport, where our team will greet you with a warm Ghanaian welcome. Transfer to your hotel and settle in. Rest, relax, and prepare for your journey of cultural discovery ahead.

 

Day 2 – Exploring Accra (First Full Day)

Accommodation: Accra

📍 Highlights:

  • Black Star Square & Independence Gate

  • James Town (Old Colonial Accra)

  • Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park

  • National Museum

  • Arts Centre for local shopping

  • Welcome Dinner with your tour group

Experience the heart of Ghana’s vibrant capital, where modern life meets deep history and artistic expression.

 

Day 3 – Krobo Land • Aburi Gardens • Volta River Cruise

Accommodation: Accra

🌿 Discover Ghana’s craftsmanship and natural beauty:

  • Learn traditional bead-making in Krobo Land

  • Stroll through the serene Aburi Botanical Gardens

  • Explore the Aburi Craft Village

  • End the day with a scenic Volta River Boat Cruise at Senchi, Akosombo

 

Day 4 – Journey to Kumasi

Accommodation: Kumasi

🏛️ Visit the W.E.B. Du Bois Museum, then travel to Kumasi, the heart of the Asante Kingdom—where culture, pride, and tradition run deep.

 

Day 5 – Asante Culture and Artistry

Accommodation: Kumasi

🎨 Experience the Spirit of Asanteman:

  • Asante Traditional Buildings (UNESCO Heritage Site)

  • Kente Weaving Village

  • Ntonso Adinkra Cloth Stamping

  • Kumasi Cultural Centre

 

Day 6 – History and Markets of Kumasi

Accommodation: Kumasi

🗡️ & 🛍️ Highlights:

  • Okomfo Anokye Sword Site

  • Manhyia Palace Museum

  • Kejetia Market — one of West Africa’s largest open-air markets

Dive into the heartbeat of Kumasi through its historic landmarks and bustling markets.

 

Day 7 – Cape Coast & Ancestral Journey

Accommodation: Elmina

🌊 Travel to Cape Coast, with a meaningful stop at:

  • Assin Manso Ancestral River, where enslaved Africans took their “last bath” before being shipped across the Atlantic

Upon arrival:

  • Cape Coast Castle & Dungeons Tour

 

Day 8 – Kakum, Batik, and Community Immersion

Accommodation: Elmina

🌴 & 👩🏾‍🌾 Activities include:

  • Canopy Walk at Kakum National Park

  • Batik & Tie-Dye Workshop

  • Visit Iture Sankofa Village for a traditional gari processing demonstration

 

Day 9 – Reflection, Ceremony & Farewell

Accommodation: Elmina

🕊️ A day of honor and reconnection:

  • Morning visit to Elmina Slave Dungeon

  • Wreath-Laying Ceremony in remembrance of our ancestors

  • Traditional Naming Ceremony at Iture Sankofa Village (custom attire provided)

  • Evening Bonfire & Reflection Circle

  • Farewell Dinner with Live Band Celebration

 

Day 10 – Departure Day

☀️ Enjoy a peaceful morning before traveling back to Accra.
🛍️ Stop for last-minute shopping before your airport drop-off.
Your journey of remembrance and renewal concludes—but your connection to Ghana will last a lifetime.

The Sankofa Foundation:  Where we give hope meaning.

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