The Heartbeat of West Africa

Ghana is a destination where history, culture, creativity, heritage, and music come together. From powerful ancestral heritage journeys along the coast to colorful festivals, royal traditions, thriving art scenes, and lively nightlife in Accra, Ghana offers exceptional experiences for leisure groups, educational tours, incentive travel, and cultural journeys.

With English the official language, excellent accessibility, and warm hospitality, Ghana is one of Africa’s most rewarding destinations for group travel.

Must Experiences

Cape Coast & Elmina Castles
Walk through two UNESCO World Heritage sites and reflect on the history of the transatlantic slave trade through the slave dungeons and the Door of No Return.

Kakum National Park Canopy Walkway
Experience one of West Africa’s best rainforest adventures as you walk suspended above the forest canopy with panoramic views of tropical flora and fauna.

Jamestown & Chale Wote Street Art Festival
Discover Accra’s creative soul through murals, live performances, art installations, and one of Africa’s most exciting street art festivals.

W.E.B. Du Bois Centre & Pan-African Heritage Tour
Connect with Ghana’s role in Pan-African history and diaspora identity through key heritage sites in Accra.

Ashanti Kingdom & Akwasidae Festival
Experience the grandeur of royal Ghana in Kumasi with colorful durbars, drumming, kente weaving, and the cultural legacy of the Ashanti Kingdom.

Nkyinkyim Museum & Ancestral Wall
A deeply moving contemporary art and remembrance experience linked to ancestral history and the African diaspora.

Must Eat

• Jollof rice with grilled chicken or fish
• Waakye – a beloved local rice and beans breakfast/lunch dish
• Banku with grilled tilapia and pepper sauce
• Fufu with light soup or groundnut soup
• Kelewele – spicy fried ripe plantain, perfect for evening bites
• Red Red – beans stew served with fried plantain

These are excellent group dining experiences and work well for cultural tours.

Best Nightlife

Accra offers some of the best nightlife in West Africa. These are some of the top areas:

• Osu Oxford Street – rooftop bars, lounges, restaurants, live music
• East Legon – upscale nightlife and dining
• Labone / Cantonments – premium cocktail lounges
• +233 Jazz Bar & Grill for live Ghanaian music

Best Time to Visit

Ghana is a year-round destination, but the best time to visit is October to March for dry weather and comfortable touring conditions.

Annual Highlights

Festival dates need to be booked early.

Chale Wote Festival (August)
Accra’s internationally known street art festival featuring murals, live music, performances, fashion, photography, and creative exhibitions across Jamestown.

“December in GH” Season
A period of concerts, beach parties, nightlife, Afrobeat events, and diaspora celebrations attracting visitors from around the world.

Festival Periods in Kumasi
Especially the colourful Akwasidae celebrations, held every six weeks, where visitors experience royal Ashanti traditions, drumming, dancing, and ceremonial gatherings at the Manhyia Palace.

Black History Month & Diaspora Heritage Travel (February)
A meaningful time for heritage journeys exploring Ghana’s connection to Pan-African history and the African diaspora.

Ghana for Groups

• Combine heritage + culture + nightlife for stronger group appeal
• Ghana is excellent for diaspora, educational, and incentive groups
• For first-time Africa travellers, Ghana is highly recommended due to safety, language accessibility, and warm hospitality
• Ideal extensions include beach stays, cocoa trails, and royal cultural experiences

Recommended DMC

Sunseekers Tours Ltd is a multi-award-winning full-service tour operator and Destination Management Company (DMC) in Ghana, with 30+ years of proven excellence in Ghana’s tourism and hospitality industry since 1992. Contact them for bespoke business, leisure, heritage, educational, and cruise travel experiences.