Accra Safari at Shai Hills and Boat Cruise + Cedis Beads
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**Experience a Unique Adventure in Ghana** Enjoy a peaceful and unique boat cruise on Lake Volta, Africa's largest man-made lake. Savour a delicious lunch either aboard the cruise or at a scenic lakeside spot. Afterwards, embark on a mini safari at Shai Hills, where you’ll have the chance to see various wildlife, including ostriches, antelopes, bats, and an array of birds such as the violet turaco, paradise flycatcher, green turaco, red-billed hornbill, yellow-fronted tinkerbird, and red-necked buzzard. Keep an eye out for baboons, cats, duikers, guinea fowls, kobs, green monkeys, monitor lizards, and zebras, along with many beautiful butterflies. Additionally, delve into the rich heritage of Ghanaian bead-making. Discover the intricate process of transforming shattered glass into fine powder, which is then carefully baked to produce exquisite beads.7 hours to 10 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Transportation amenities : Private transportation. Private transportation
Fees : Other. All Fees and Taxes
Transportation amenities : On-board WiFi. WiFi on board
Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water
Hotel/Residence pick up and drop off
Food and drink : Lunch. Lunch
Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle
Safety Equipment with Boat Cruise
soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
Transportation amenities : On-board restrooms. Restroom on board
Desserts and starters
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Shai Hills Resource Reserve
Doryumu Junction Tema - Akosombo Road N2, Afienya, GhanaThe Shai Hills Resource Reserve is the closest wildlife sanctuary to Accra.
See baboons, birds, butterflies, antelope, ostrich, zebras and bat caves.
Hiking and driving routes of various lengths are available, as well as rock scrambling. Beautiful view of the Accra plains from atop the hills.
there are nearly dozens of primary animal species including Ostriches, antelopes, bats, birds (such as violet Turaco, Paradise Flycatcher, Green Turaco Red-billed Hornbill, Yellow-fronted Tinkerbird, and Red-necked Buzzard), baboons, cats, duiker, guinea fowls, Kobs, green monkeys, monitor lizards, and zebras....while hiking, you meet some of them..2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location2
A trip to this plant will teach you how glasses are transformed into lovely beads that adorn our bodies.
Watch as the glasses are crushed into a fine powder and placed into a clay mold. Examine how it is cooked by burning crushed palm kernels at an incredibly high temperature to achieve the required result.
You’ll be surprised at how easy traditional technology is employed to generate a temperature of around 600°C from palm kernels. Visit this bead factory to learn how to create them, and don’t forget to purchase some beads for souvenirs – and gifts!1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location
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Atimpoku
Atimpoku, GhanaAtimpoku offers a refreshing view of Volta Lake. Stop at the beautiful Bridge View Hotel for stunning views of the lake and the hills below. Then, head for a boat cruise on Volta Lake. This experience can be enhanced if you decide to swim!1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Experience a scenic boat ride on Africa's largest man-made lake, which is also the second largest in the world. This is a wonderful opportunity to appreciate the stunning countryside. We can enjoy lunch at the lakefront, choosing to have it before or after the boat ride based on what we feel like at the time. After our lovely outing, we'll make our way back to Accra, ensuring your safety back to Accra2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location
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Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- We can pick up customers at Burger King behind the airport gas station or at the airport Shell.
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Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Africa/Accra time to receive 100% refund.
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