Experience the Emancipation Day Celebration with a Grand Dubar of Traditional Chiefs and People of the Central Region. A grand, colorful and spectacular event that showcases the pomp and pageantry of Ghana's traditional rulers dressed in rich kente and adorned with glittering gold jewelry. Discover the African rhythm in you as you dance to the beat of the 'Fromtomfrom' drums.

Don't miss the opportunity to get up close and personal with history as you participate in a candlelight procession and vigil in memory of the Africans who died in the slave trade. And witness a moving ceremony and re-enactment of the enslaved passage through the Door of No Return, followed by a midnight proclamation of Emancipation Day.

- Black Star/Independence Square

- Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park   

- Slave Dungeons Experience 

- Manhyia Palace Museum 

- Naming Ceremony  

- Cedi Beads Factory and Market 

- Visit Contemporary Galleries 

- Kejetia Market open-air marketplace

- W.E.B. Du Bois Center for Pan African Culture  

- “Reverential  Night” candle light processions 

- Assin Manso the final transit point for enslaved Africans 

- Vigil to commemorate the Africans who died in the slave trade 

- Grand Durbar of Traditional Chiefs and people of the Central Region 

- Ashanti Craft villages; Wood Carvers’ Village, Adinkra Cloth, Kente Weaving Village  

- Ceremony and re-enactment of the enslaved passage through the “Door of No Return,” 

- and midnight declaration of Emancipation Day

- Arts Center to shop for handmade crafts like drums, masks, African wear and more

- Dressmakers will take measurements and sew cloths for interested participants

- Depart for Ghana on 7/27 arrive next day.  Depart Ghana 8/6 arrive home next day 

Information sessions will be available to review the itinerary, Visa application, flight coordination and prepare you for your visit.  

 PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate Level 3 

FOOD AND ALLERGIES/REQUESTS

Nomadic Noni does not accommodate food allergies, or preferences (gluten free, vegan, pescatarian, nuts, vegetarian, etc.) Hotels and restaurants may be able to accommodate your individual needs; however, Nomadic Noni does not guarantee or warrant that your needs can be met.  

The deposit is refundable up to 15 calendar days after payment, after 15 days the deposit is non-refundable.

CANCELLATION POLICY

All cancellations must be made in writing. Cancellations from 180 days and up to 120 days before departure will receive 90% of the total amount. Cancellations from 120 days and up to 90 days before departure will receive 50% of the total amount. Cancellations from 90 days to 30 days prior to departure will receive a refund of 20% of the total amount. Cancellations less than 30 days prior to departure will not be refunded. 

As a participant on any Nomadic Noni, LLC trip, it is your responsibility to make sure you are in compliance with all country, airline or vendor requirements including vaccines and other documents. No refund or credit will be issued if you fail to obtain the required documents or if there’s a sudden change in airline requirements resulting in your cancellation.  Nomadic Noni recommends that you purchase trip insurance.  All requests for cancellation must be received in writing via email at info@nomadicnoni.com. Cancellations cannot be made online.  You represent and warrant that you understand and will adhere to Nomadic Noni, LLC cancellation and refund policy. 

TRAVEL INSURANCE

Nomadic Noni recommends that all participants purchase travel insurance with a "cancel for any reason" option. We recommend that you purchase insurance at the time you book your trip.  Please check with your travel insurance provider for terms and conditions. 

MISCELLANEOUS

- Nomadic Noni may alter the itinerary due to weather or situations beyond our control without notice.
- VISA, Yellow Fever vaccination and Passports are required for Ghana entry.

While you are traveling, I will be available by email, text or WhatsApp as needed. I will be on call and ready to assist you, taking into account time zone differences. 

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