How fit do I need to be to do this trip?

Assin Manso slave river is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.

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Assin Manso slave river, Cape coast & Elmina Castle History Day Tour

Transportation
Bus
Departure from
Accra Mall
Tour type
Eco-Tour
Language
English
Fitness level
Easy to Moderate
Group Size
2-20
Minimum Age
5
Maximum Age
90

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During the infamous transatlantic slave trade, Assin Manso Ancestral Slave River Park was one of the biggest slave markets, gathering people to sell into slavery. Since you will be traveling along the path that many African Americans’ ancestors took, it is especially worthwhile to see as a prelude to seeing Cape Coast Slave Castle. Slaves took their final bath at Assin Manso before continuing on their journey. Additionally, it contains the location of the reburial of the repatriated remains of two diasporas, Carson from New York and Lady Crystal from Jamaica.

Ages 5-90

Duration: 10–16 hours

Perfect For

Weekend getaways

Couples & group trips

Diaspora visitors

Content creators

Corporate retreats

Families

Highlights

Trek to the world-famous Assin Manso Slave River
Enjoy the amazing view of the natural environments from Central Regin
Travel through the villages of Mankesim and Anomabo
Visit Assin Manso Slave River the oldest slave river in the region.

Stop At :

Assin Manso Ancestral Slave River Park, Assin Manso Ghana

One of the biggest slave markets for assembling individuals to sell into slavery during the infamous transatlantic slave trade was Assin Manso Ancestral Slave River Park. As you will be traveling the same path as the ancestors of many African Americans, it is especially worthwhile to see as a prelude to seeing Cape Coast Slave Castle. On their journey, slaves would take their final bath at Assin Manso. The reinstatement site of Lady Crystal from Jamaica and Carson from New York, two diasporas, is also located there.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At :

Elmina Castle, Elmina, Elmina Ghana

In what is now Elmina, Ghana, the Portuguese built Elmina Castle in 1482 (formerly the Gold Coast). It was the Gulf of Guinea's first trading post to be established. You will learn about the activities of the slave trade era and its impacts on communities, countries, and humanity at large through this attraction. strolling through the nearby fishing market Elmina is another charming fishing village on Ghana's coast.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At :

Cape Coast Castle, Victoria Road, Cape Coast Ghana

A tragic chapter in Africa's history is commemorated by the UNESCO World Heritage site that was once a slave castle. You will learn about the activities of the slave trade era and its effects on our culture, nations, and humanity at large.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At :

Cape Coast Walk, D50/3 Coronation Street, Cape Coast PO Box cc 360, Cape Coast Ghana

Savor a delightful lunch by the seaside that includes some fresh Ghanaian cuisine. Engage in conversation with the locals at Castle Beach.

Duration: 1 hour

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Assin Manso slave river, Cape coast & Elmina Castle History Day Tour

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