Voodoo Highlights
Explore the coastal region of Togo and Benin and gain an insight into the mysterious and little understood spirit of Voodoo. We visit a sea turtle conservation program, and spend a night in one of Africa’s largest lake villages. As Ghana was once known as the Gold Coast, this area was known as the Slave Coast and there are many sobering reminders and monuments to visit to gain a better appreciation of this dark period in human history. The... more info
About Kumuka
Travel from & return to Accra
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, River / Canal Cruising
7 days
|From US$1370
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Markets, Coast & Voodoo
From Accra, visit Kumasi, the capital of the proud and strong Ashanti people. Walk through the treetops with the monkeys and birds on the Canopy Walk in the rainforests of Kakum National Park. Beat some drums with the drum masters of the Ga region of Ghana. Dance the night away to some West African beats on the beach and give something back with our short volunteering programs. Explore the fetish markets of Togo and Benin and gain an... more info
About Kumuka
Travel from & return to Accra
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, River / Canal Cruising
14 days
|From US$2715
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Voodoo, Villages & Wildlife
Explore the fetish markets of Togo and Benin and gain an understanding of Voodoo. Overnight in a stilt village, and relax on the beaches of Grand Popo, with the chance to see a Turtle Conservation Project. Beat some drums with the drum masters of the Ga region of Ghana, and dance the night away to some West African beats on the beach. Get an insight into the powerful kingdoms that used to rule with great strength and brutality, and witness the... more info
About Kumuka
Travel from & return to Accra
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, River / Canal Cruising
14 days
|From US$2715
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West Africa Explored
This grand adventure is one of amazing contrasts. Explore deserts, rainforests, mountains, valleys, and beaches. See the sights in vibrant cities and sleepy villages, dance to West African rhythms or learn to beat a drum. Walk with the animals and birds of the rainforest in Kakum National Park, and with the elephants in Mole National Park. Stretch your legs whilst exploring the unique villages of the Dogon people. Watch life slide by whilst... more info
About Kumuka
Travel from Accra to Bamako
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, River / Canal Cruising
28 days
|From US$6265
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Western Beaches & Jungles (Westbound)
Tropical West Africa boasts idyllic beaches and rainforests as gorgeous as anything on the east coast - but far more secluded. Roam these exotic landscapes and soak up their delights on this 34-day Overland Adventure through five welcoming countries. Along the way, spot colourful African animals and discover the esoteric practices of voodoo. And there's also plenty of good old-fashioned lazing on some of Africa's most spectacular... more info
About Intrepid
Travel from Douala to Accra
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari
34 days
|From US$2135
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West Africa In Depth
This grand adventure is truly one of contrasts. Watch life slide by whilst retracing ancient trading routes on course to the mystical gateway to the Sahara - Timbuktu. Visit the ancient city of Djenné and its famous mud mosque. Stretch your legs whilst exploring the unique villages of the Dogon people. Walk with the elephants in Mole National Park and with the animals and birds of the rainforest in Kakum National Park. Explore deserts,... more info
About Kumuka
Travel from Bamako to Accra
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, River / Canal Cruising
28 days
|From US$6265
| Travel by Car, Coach,Ship
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Western Beaches & Jungles (Eastbound)
Tropical West Africa boasts idyllic beaches and rainforests as gorgeous as anything on the east coast - but far more pristine and secluded. Roam these exotic landscapes and soak up their delights on this 34-day overland adventure through five welcoming countries. Along the way, spot colourful African animals and discover the esoteric practices of voodoo. And there's also plenty of good old-fashioned lazing on some of Africa's most... more info
About Intrepid
Travel from Accra to Douala
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, Scenic
34 days
|From US$2135
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Douala To Dakar
Experience all the of West Africa's highlights on this incredible 69-day adventure. The journey begins in the vast sands of the north, where you have the chance to cruise the Niger River on a traditional pinasse boat, trek the Bandiagara Escarpment in search of the reclusive Dogon people and visit legendary Timbuktu. Head south to explore the lush tropical wilderness on game drives in Niokolo Koba and Mole national parks, then visit the... more info
About Intrepid
Travel from Douala to Dakar
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari
69 days
|From US$4300
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The Voodoo Trail
Go where very few travellers venture, and follow the Voodoo trail through the authentic villages and towns of West Africa. Hike forests and mountains, meet African royalty, and enjoy remote village homestays and witness dances, trances, and possession as you trace the origins of Africa’s mystical animist religion. This is a mind-blowing experience, and has truly some of THE MOST authentic cultural interaction of any tours that Gap Adventures... more info
About Gap Adventures
Travel from Lome to Ouagadougou
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari
16 days
|From US$2999
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Dakar To Douala
Experience all the of West Africa's highlights on this incredible 69-day adventure. The journey begins in the vast sands of the north, where you have the chance to cruise the Niger River on a traditional pinasse boat, trek the Bandiagara Escarpment in search of the reclusive Dogon people and visit legendary Timbuktu. Head south to explore the lush tropical wilderness on game drives in Niokolo Koba and Mole national parks, then visit the... more info
About Intrepid
Travel from Dakar to Douala
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, Scenic
69 days
|From US$4300
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