Day1
Embarkation Dakar, Senegal
Board your ship in Dakar Port and settle into your cabin. Attend the safety briefing, tour the ship, and sail in the evening around the Cape Verde Peninsula, the westernmost tip of Africa.
- Embarkation,
- Ship
- Tour
Cruises
West Africa Discovery Cruise
Duration9 days
LocationDakar to Accra
Group4 persons
Rating
Discover the coast of West Africa on a 9-day cruise from Dakar to Accra. Visit Abidjan, the castles of Cape Coast and Elmina and the markets of Accra, with sea days of cooking classes and cultural talks.
- Dakar embarkation with a ship tour
- Abidjan: St. Paul's Cathedral, Banco National Park and Treichville Market
- Takoradi: Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle and the Kakum Canopy Walkway
- Accra: Independence Square, Kwame Nkrumah Memorial and Makola Market
A good fit for guests who want culture and history without repacking each day. Day Safaris Adventures can arrange flights and hotels at both ends.
What's included
- Airport/port transfers on arrival and departure
- Cabin accommodation for the full cruise
- Day-by-day cruise itinerary with port calls
- Main dining room meals and buffet
- Onboard entertainment and activities
- Port charges and government taxes
Not included
- Anything not listed under "What's Included"
- Drinks packages and specialty restaurants
- International flights to and from your home country
- Onboard gratuities / service charges
- Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, phone calls)
- Shore excursions (bookable as optional extras)
- Tips and gratuities for guides and staff
- Travel, medical and cancellation insurance
- Visa fees and entry permits (unless stated)
9-day itinerary
A day-by-day breakdown of your adventure.
Day2
At Sea - Gambia River
A day at sea past the Gambia River coast. Attend onboard presentations on the culture, music and history of West Africa, and enjoy regional dishes in the dining rooms.
- Cultural
- Lectures
Day3
Abidjan, Ivory Coast - Modern Architecture
Arrive at Abidjan Port. Shore excursion to St. Paul's Cathedral, Banco National Park, and Treichville Market.
- Cathedral
- Visit,
- Market
- Tour
Day4
At Sea - Gulf of Guinea
A day at sea across the Gulf of Guinea. Join the African cooking classes and tastings and take in the evening entertainment.
- Cooking
- Classes
Day5
Takoradi, Ghana - Cape Coast Castles
Arrive at Takoradi Port. Shore excursion to Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle, and Kakum Canopy Walkway.
- Castle
- Tours,
- Canopy
- Walk
Day6
Takoradi - Local Markets
A second day in Takoradi. Explore the local markets, visit a traditional fishing village and see craftspeople at work in the craft centres.
- Market
- Shopping,
- Village
- Visits
Day7
At Sea - Final Sea Day
The final day at sea. Enjoy the last spa treatments and shows, pack your bags and celebrate at the farewell gala dinner.
- Farewell
- Dinner
Day8
Accra, Ghana - Independence Square
Arrive at Tema Port (Accra). Shore excursion to Independence Square, Kwame Nkrumah Memorial, and Makola Market.
- Monument
- Visits,
- Market
- Tour
Day9
Accra - Disembarkation
Disembark in Tema after breakfast. Transfer to Kotoka International Airport in Accra for your onward flight.
- Airport
- Transfer
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