Gallivanting to Afrofuture Fest Ghana Dec 2026-Jan 2027

Gallivanting to Ghana's Afrofuture Fest

• Afrofuture Fest is an unrivaled celebration of African culture, music, art, and fashion, bringing people worldwide together to experience Africa’s vivid spirit. This yearly event in Accra, Ghana, displays the finest of Africa’s unique heritage and current inventiveness. We'll be immersed in a tapestry of African traditions, from Afrobeat and Highlife music to stunning exhibits of African dress and art. The festival’s broad roster includes live concerts, fashion presentations, art exhibitions, and cultural installations that emphasize the richness and diversity of African culture.

Highlights

• Afrofuture concerts

• New Year's Eve party

• W.E.B. Du Bois Memorial Centre

• Makola Market

• Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park

• Dr. Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum

• Flagstaff House

• Cape Coast/Elmina

• Slave Castles Tour

• West African Historical Museum

• Kakum National Park

• Fihankra Naming Ceremony

Day 1: Depart JFK to Ghana—Saturday, December 26, 2026

Day 2: Arrive in Ghana Sunday, December 27, 2026

Upon arrival in Accra, you will be welcomed, ushered through immigration and customs and transported in a private A/C vehicle to your hotel in Accra. Check in at your hotel, relax and prepare for a memorable night of delicious meal and soothing music.

Hotel: Lancaster Accra or similar

Day 3: ACCRA (AFROFUTURE FEST)—Monday, December 28, 2026

Visit the W.E.B. Du Bois Memorial Centre. Drive through Flagstaff House, official residence of the president (Ghana’s Whitehouse).  Makola Market to see the colorful sights of Authentic African fabrics to the sounds of market women joyfully calling buyers to come get some of their wares. There will be a seamstress at the hotel to pick up the fabrics and take your measurements for your custom-made African clothing. This evening, attend AfroFuture Fest, a unique opportunity to celebrate African diversity, inclusiveness, the thrilling and thriving millennial talent, culture and art from and in Africa. Return to the hotel with beautiful memories of a truly authentic African experience.

Meal: Breakfast

Hotel: Lancaster Accra or similar

Day 4: ACCRA AFROFUTURE FEST)—Tuesday, December 29, 2026

Following a fun-packed night, enjoy a sumptuous breakfast at your hotel. Mid-morning, we step out to complete our tour of Accra: • Drive through the Independence Square where Ghana hosts most of her national ceremonies on our way to visit the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, final resting place of Ghana’s first president driving pass the Independence Square where you will see the enclosed flame of African liberation, which was lit by Dr. Kwame Nkrumah in 1961. The Memorial Park is set in attractive gardens and has a museum which contains photos, artifacts and an insight into Dr. Nkrumah’s life. • Just adjoining the Dr. Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum is the famous global market place- the Accra Arts & Crafts Centre. We return to the hotel in time to prepare for the second night of Afrofuture Fest.

Meal: Breakfast

Hotel: Lancaster Accra or similar

Day 5: ACCRA|SUN|SEA|BEACH—Wednesday, December 30, 2026

After breakfast, enjoy your day at leisure. Chill, sunbath and enjoy the breeze (on your own account). Sunbath at the beach or visit the spa (on your own account). Pick up at your hotel in the evening to enjoy local meals at Buka Restaurant.

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Hotel: Lancaster Accra or similar

Day 5: ACCRA (AFROFUTURE NYE PARTY)—Thursday, December 31, 2026

Today is a free day to do your own personal exploration. Tonight, ring in the New Year in Style at AfroFuture’s New Year’s Eve Party. Get ready with your dancing shoes to dance your heart out at the party as you make new friends and boggie to Afro beats and tunes.

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Hotel: Lancaster Accra or similar

Day 6: ACCRA | CAPE COAST | ELMINA (A JOURNEY THROUGH OUR UNIQUE HISTORY)—Friday, January 1, 2027

After breakfast, we depart to Cape Coast in Ghana’s Central Region. This region has had the most significant effect on the lives of Africans in the diaspora. Upon arrival in Cape Coast, visit the Cape Coast Castle which is the West African Historical Museum established by the Smithsonian Institute in collaboration with the Ghanaian Government in 1994. Also enjoy a walking tour of Elmina, which was the first point of European contact in Sub-Saharan Africa. It was once the most cosmopolitan city in tropical Africa. Enjoy a walk through the ancient town of Elmina. This is a picture-perfect opportunity for photographers. This evening, get completely drenched in the thrilling performances by the Akomapa Cultural Troupe. We will enjoy dinner at the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Hotel: Ridge Royal Hotel or similar

Day 7: ELMINA TOWNSHIP (RECONNECTING WITH THE MOTHERLAND)—Saturday, January 2, 2027

After breakfast, you will experience the traditional Fihankra Ceremony– “Restore to Diasporas the Cultural and Spiritual connections that were denied them for centuries”. The Fihankra Ceremony will include a traditional Naming Ceremony where you will receive your certificate of authentication that will be held at a local Chef’s palace. ALL ARE REQUESTED TO BE IN WHITE for the ceremony. We continue to Kakum National Park, which has one of Africa’s famous rainforest canopy walkways. This canopy walkway will be one of the highlights of your time in Ghana. Prepare to take a deep breath as you walk the suspended bridge and marvel at the breathtaking views that stretch for miles across the rainforest. We return to Accra arriving early evening. Transfer to your hotel

Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

Hotel: Lancaster Accra or similar

Day 8: ACCRA|DEPART —Sunday, January 3, 2027

Enjoy the full morning at leisure. There is the opportunity for last minute shopping prior to your transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Meal: Breakfast

Packages & Prices

Afrofuture Ghana - Air & Hotel (Platinum Package)

Double occupancy - $5,510.00 per person

Single occupancy - $6,220.00 per person

Afrofuture Ghana - Land Only (Gold Package)

Double occupancy - $4,250.00 per person

Single occupancy - $4,920.00 per person

Note: All seats included in the Full Package group booking are in Economy Class

Please contact Overton Travel at the time of booking if you would like to upgrade your seat.

Upgrades to Business Class seats can be done based on availability at the time of booking.

Specific seats on the flight cannot be guaranteed with group bookings

Seats are assigned by the airlines. If you would like a specific seat, contact the airline directly after you receive your travel document to request a specific seat.

Also note, that some airlines do not assign seats in advance for group bookings, and seats will be assigned at the airport upon check-in.

Payment Schedule

Deposit: Due at the time of booking:  $500 (Non-Refundable)

• Installment #1: October 30, 2025

• Installment #2: November 30, 2025

• Installment #3: December 30, 2025

• Installment #4: January 30, 2026

• Installment #5: February 28, 2026

• Installment #6: March 30, 2026

• Installment #7: April 30, 2026

• Installment #8: May 30, 2026

• Installment #9: June 30, 2026

• Installment #10: Final Payment: July 30, 2026 Remaining Balance

• Make your payments via major credit card to Gallivanting Worldwide Travel, LLC. Credit card purchases are subject to a 3.5% service charge. Payments can be paid via Zelle to avoid credit charges. Contact us at Tanya@gallivanting-worldwide.com or 914.522.2710

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• Meeting and assistance upon arrival and departure

• Round-trip airport/hotel transfers

• Hotel accommodation in the indicated properties

• Transportation in private A/C vehicle

• Experienced cultural tour guide

• 11 Meals

• Bottled water per person per day

• Admission to listed sites and activities

• VIP Admission to Afrofuture fest on 12/28-29/26

• General Admission to New Year’s Eve Party

• Assistance with visa application

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

• Cost of yellow fever vaccination 

• Cost of visa

• Flights

• Travel insurance

• Tips for driver and guide

• Tips for site guides/waiters

• Meals not listed

• Personal expenses

• Early check-in

• Porterage fees

CANCELLATION POLICY

• The deposit is non-refundable and non-transferrable.

• Cancellations must be submitted in writing to TravelingwithTanya@gmail.com

  • Cancellations submitted on or before March 30, 2026 will be refunded the amount paid less the deposit and a $300 administration fee.

  • Cancellations submitted after March 30, 2026 will forfeit all payments made and no refund will be provided.

PAYMENTS

• The full amount of the trip cost is to be paid by the final payment date.

• Several payment options are available - you can pay in full or pay in installments.

• A late payment fee of $350 per person will be charged if payment in full is not received by the final due date listed on your invoice.  Late payment fees are automatically added to your reservation the day after your final payment due date.

• Trips not paid by the final payment date are subject to cancellation and no refund will be provided.

• All late payment requests must be approved by Gallivanting Worldwide Travel, LLC before the final payment date on your invoice.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

• We encourage all travelers to purchase a travel protection plan at the time of initial trip deposit. 

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Passengers are responsible for ensuring they have the appropriate documents to travel. Passports must be valid for six (6) months beyond the date of travel. Some countries require that your passport contain a certain number of blank pages. A visa is required to travel to certain countries. Please refer to the U.S. Department of State website for specific travel requirements for the country(ies) you will visit on this trip,

• Passengers are responsible for ensuring they have the appropriate immunizations to travel. Please refer to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for immunization requirements for the country(ies) you will visit on this trip.

  
  

Terms and Conditions

Make your payments via major credit card to Gallivanting Worldwide Travel, LLC.

Credit card purchases are subject to a 3.5% service charge. Payments can be paid via Zelle to avoid credit charges. Contact us at Tanya@gallivanting-worldwide.com or 914.522.2710