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West Africa (Ghana, Ivory Coast, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, Senegal, Morocco)

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West Africa spans a vast and culturally rich stretch of the continent, encompassing countries from Morocco's Saharan north to the tropical coastlines of Ghana, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Sierra Leone, and The Gambia. The region is celebrated for its deep history — from the ancient trans-Saharan trade routes and the legacy of the Mali and Ashanti empires to the poignant colonial-era slave forts along Ghana's coast. Travellers come for the region's extraordinary diversity: Moroccan medinas and desert landscapes, Senegal's vibrant Dakar music scene, Ghana's Afrobeats culture and warm hospitality, the beaches of Sierra Leone and The Gambia, and the colourful markets and cuisine of Ivory Coast. West Africa rewards curious, independent-minded travellers with some of the continent's most authentic cultural experiences.

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West Africa (Ghana, Ivory Coast, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, Senegal, Morocco) · 17 days

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West Africa Overland: Accra to Marrakech (Self-Launched)

A self-launched overland version of G Adventures' 17-day West Africa expedition cruise, trading the M/S Expedition for public transport, shared taxis and the occasional short regional flight. You'll trace the history of the transatlantic slave trade at Cape Coast and Elmina castles in Ghana, wander the lagoon-side districts of Abidjan, explore Freetown's creole history and beaches, birdwatch the mangroves around Banjul, soak up Dakar's music and markets, then fly north to finish among the souks and rooftops of Marrakech. Fewer lectures and Zodiac landings, but far more freedom, real local food and a much smaller bill. Costs are rough budget estimates in GBP per person and exclude international flights, visas and vaccines.

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