Brief

Ghana is home to a diverse range of peoples and cultures, and renowned for its colourful and vibrant way of life. Famous for its stunning coastline, Ghana acts as a geographical playground in terms of its biodiversity with inland rainforest dominating the landscape, and Lake Volta to the east.

Highlights

Integrate with local communities whilst undertaking school or community based projects.

Experience the bush on a game drive in Mole National Park.

Relax in Ghana's vast spectacular coastal region and explore Cape Coast, one of the most culturally-significant spots in Africa.

Remember, all our expeditions are created bespoke so you're not restricted by what you see here. If you're undecided about where to go, just call us, we love sharing ideas.
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The Expedition

Phase 1: Acclimatisation

On arrival in Ghana, teams will spend some time in the cosmopolitan capital of Accra to begin adjusting to the African climate. From here they will head to the Volta region to experience rural Ghana.

Phase 2: Trek

Ghana has some beautiful walks, especially around the eastern region, near the border with Togo. Teams wishing to do a short trek can choose to do a 1 or 2 day hikes in the Lake Volta region. Mount Afadjato offers a more challenging climb, or teams may also opt to trek the Wli Falls, the highest waterfall in West Africa.

Phase 3: Project

Ghana is an ideal destination for teams wishing to focus on project work during their expedition. At the school the students will be welcomed with open arms, they can work alongside the local children to help with English lessons and help to renovate a section of the school.

Phase 4: Culture & Review

Ghana offers a stunning 500km stretch of coastline to enjoy before your return. Cape Coast hosts rich colonial and slaver history, and Kakum National Park holds a diverse ecosystem of African Wildlife.

Expedition Grade

Our Ghana adventure is graded as easy to moderate or levels 1 to 3. Treks and activities can be chosen to fit every level and ensure all students have an enjoyable and rewarding expedition. It is always true though, that the fitter you are the more you will enjoy your expedition.

Expedition Type

Adventure

Project

Culture

Expedition Level

Easy

Moderate

Hard

Facts

Terrain

Large coastal areas and dense jungles inland.

Weather

Ghana has a tropical climate with two distinct wet and dry seasons, and has high temperatures year round. July/August sits firmly in the dry season, but remains hot and humid.

Culture

Hosts a diverse mix of ethnic groups, with Christianity being the dominant religion.