LJ The Gateway Experience Ghana - Feb 20-28, 2024

Accra, Ghana

MI
Maximum Impact Travel
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340 reviews
Feb 20 - 28, 2024
Group size: 1 - 15
LJ The Gateway Experience Ghana - Feb 20-28, 2024
Accra, Ghana

Maximum Impact Travel
  • Email address verified
340 reviews

$4,174
Deposit: $199
Feb 20 - 28, 2024
Group size: 1 - 15

About this trip

Get a taste of the real Africa!



Mystical beaches, lush forests and lively people wait for you in Ghana. Explore African diaspora like never before, and walk through the paths where thousands of the enslaved fought for survival. Visit cities with a heavy past, where ancient magic and modernity intermingle. Discover African diaspora history in this eight-day Ghana trip full of memorial sites, scrumptious food, welcoming locals and beautiful landscapes. The Gold Coast awaits!



In an effort to make your trip a streamlined process, Maximum Impact Travel offers extensive online trainings in preparation for your trip. Once you secure your deposit, you will be invited to participate in a series of online courses that will have you ready for your journey. You can view these courses at your convenience. 

Testimonials

CHECK OUT THESE PREVIOUS TRIPS TO GHANA, BENIN & TOGO



The Video Recap -CLICK HERE TO VIEW

Video Testimonials - CLICK HERE TO VIEW  

The Ghana Chronicles with a Dubai Layover Glimpse - CLICK HERE TO VIEW 

Benin & Togo - CLICK HERE TO VIEW VIDEO ONE - CLICK HERE TO VIEW VIDEO TWO



TESTIMONIALS



This trip was flat out awesome! Jay was phenomenal as the host for this trip and the tour guide, Nana was very hands on and personable. The group was fantastic - 30 people! I plan on keeping in touch with them. This is going to be something that I will remember for the rest of my life.

Jerome C.



I had a wonderful time. The history and the warmth of the people was outstanding. I thoroughly enjoyed touring the country and visiting both the rural and urban areas. I look forward to returning for another visit.

Marc E.



I had a wonderful time. Ghana is an amazing place to visit. The history there is breath taking. This trip was an eye-opener for me. Do not believe what you here about Ghana, go see for you self.

Dorothy B.



This trip was better than I could have ever expected, being 20 years old and to see something like this I was truly amazed. I encourage everyone to take this trip at least once to get the experience for yourself. My entire mindset has changed thanks to this tour. Looking forward to being on many more in the near future

Eric C.



One word: INSPIRED! Thank you Maximum Impact Travel & Team!

Kia C.



What an amazing and eye opening experience! Ghana has a lot to offer culturally and historically. You will definitely see that it's nothing like we're conditioned to "think" of Africa. Our tour group was awesome and I plan to return with my family in the near future. I highly recommend Maximum Impact. Thank you Jay for this amazing experience!



Temika M.



This experience hands down has been one of the best experiences I’ve ever had outside of birthing my children. The knowledge and understanding of what our ancestors went though made any history books they have in school not worth ever looking at. I encourage any and everyone to put this on their bucket list. It’s truly an eye opener.

Guest Ghana November 2019

What’s included

  • Ground Tranportation
    Ground transportation to and from scheduled destinations (does include domestic airfare)
  • Hotel Accommodations
    Double Occupancy OR Single Occupancy + Complementary Breakfast. Hotel upgrades available upon request. Additional fees will apply.
  • Hotel Amenities
    WiFi, Spa, Bar, Restaurant, Room Service, Fitness Center, Swimming Pool, Meeting Rooms, Air Conditioning, Wheelchair Accessible
  • Admission To Activities
    Admission to all activities are covered

What’s not included

  • Passport
    The United States Postal Service offers passport services. Passportvisaexpress.com is another recommended provider.
  • Visa
    You will need a valid Visa to enter. Please do not wait until the last minute to obtain your Visa. Some countries allow border-entry VISAS upon arrival. Passportvisaexpress.com is a VISA provider.
  • Vaccinations & COVID-19
    The Yellow Fever vaccine is required, Malaria pills are advised. For latest Covid-19 info, visit https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/COVID-19-Country-Specific-Information.html
  • Travel Insurance
    Travel insurance is highly recommended. Trip deposits and payments are non-refundable. Therefore, it is prudent to protect your investment. Insurance options https://www.travelguard.com/
  • Medical Travel Insurance
    Medical travel insurance is highly recommended & different from travel insurance. Your domestic medical policy may not cover an international medical emergency. https://www.travelguard.com/
  • Lunch and Dinner
    You will be responsible for your own lunch, dinner and snacks. You will be afforded the opportunity to purchase lunch and dinner daily.
  • Gratuities
    Gratuities are not included but strongly encouraged

Available Packages

Double Occupancy (per person)

No international airfare included. Domestic airfare IS included if applicable. TRIPLE occupancy can use this rate. Enter three people when booking. Many choose this option because it offers them the flexibility of managing their travel times. Using points and/or rewards could save on airfare expenses as well. There could be additional savings by selecting different routes to Ghana. 



List of Suggested Items



Travel Adapter - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

Travel Belt (Passport and Money) - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
Portable External USB Charger - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
Wet Ones Wipes - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE 

Purell Hand Sanitizer - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

Repel Insect Repellant (40% Deet) - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
Advil - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
Pepto Bismol Caplets - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
Imodium - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE 

$4,174
Deposit: $199
Single Occupancy (per person)

No international airfare included. Domestic airfare IS included if applicable. Using points and/or rewards could save on airfare expenses as well. There could be additional savings by selecting different routes to Ghana. 



List of Suggested Items



Travel Adapter - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

Travel Belt (Passport and Money) - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE 

Portable External USB Charger - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE 

Wet Ones Wipes - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE 

Purell Hand Sanitizer - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

Repel Insect Repellant (40% Deet) - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE 

Advil - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE  

Pepto Bismol Caplets - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE  

Imodium - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE 

$4,674
Deposit: $199
Child Discount (ages 5 - 11) 40% off

40% off double occupancy rate. For children ages 5 through 11 accompanied by an adult. If a child is below the age of 12 at the time of registration and reaches their 12th birthday before or during the trip, the child will not be eligible to participate in the child discount rate. Any child who has reached their 12th birthday by the start of the trip will have their account adjusted to reflect the accurate adult rate.

$2,505
Deposit: $199
$4,174
Deposit: $199


Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival to Ghana
Arrival to Ghana

Welcome to Ghana! Your adventure starts today as you step foot in Kotoka international airport. No need to deal with taxis or car rentals, we’ll arrange for a private shuttle that will take you to the hotel in no time. Once settled, you’ll get to know the tour team and have the rest of the afternoon to decompress. In the evening, we’ll enjoy a scrumptious dinner at a local restaurant as we go over the tour briefing. Your Ghana escapade is about to begin!



Golden Tulip Accra Hotel or comparable hotel 

https://accra.goldentulip.com/en-us/

 

Hotel Amenities: 

WiFi, Spa, Bar, Restaurant, Room Service, Fitness Center, Swimming Pool, Meeting Rooms, Air Conditioning, Wheelchair Accessible 

Your Organizer


MI
Maximum Impact Travel
340 reviews
MAXIMUM IMPACT TRAVEL was created to foster international and domestic travel experiences. Founded by entrepreneur, playwright, author and philanthropist: Jay Cameron. Realizing that most of his life had been consumed by working domestically, a trip to Ghana changed his perspective. His experience transformed the way he saw traveling. As a result, he set out to encourage others to see the world through their own eyes, not only through the eyes of the media. You are invited to join Jay and his team on their adventures around the globe!

Reviews

My first trip to the motherland was amazing! Everyone that I encountered was purposeful, patient, peaceful, and prepared. All activities were engaging, energized, and excellent. Jay, Nana, Amanuel, Dallas,, Morris, Tony and the rest of the crew were amazing. Maximum Impact deserves a 5 stars rating. Keep up the great work! PS On a final note,, please have a variety of lunch meal options besides buffet. Overall, The trip has been my best experience so far and created Ghana a special place in my heart. Surely, I plan to visit with my family next.
By Charmaine F for RC & Lisa - Journey To Ghana - July 7, 2025 thru July 15, 2025 on Jul 26, 2025
CW
Ghana 2025 🇬🇭 – A Trip We’ll Never Forget This journey was nothing short of amazing! With Bishop RC & First Lady Lisa Blake setting the tone and Jay and Maximum Impact Travel making everything seamless, Ghana 2025 was more than just a vacation — it was a powerful, joyful, and deeply meaningful experience. From the vibrant culture to the dancing, the food, the laughter, and the unforgettable connections — every moment was filled with purpose and passion. Queenology reminded us of the royalty within — that we are truly Queens. And the naming sermon gave us a deeper understanding of where our ancestors came from, grounding us in legacy and identity in the most beautiful way. We came as travelers… but left as family. 💛 Thank you Bishop RC, First Lady Lisa, Jay, and the entire Maximum team for curating a trip that fed our souls and left an imprint on our hearts. #Ghana2025 #MaximumImpactTravel #RCAndLisaBlake #JayTheAnchor #BlackExcellenceAbroad #LegacyAndLaughter #QueenologyInAfrica #TripOfALifetime
By Constance W for RC & Lisa - Journey To Ghana - July 7, 2025 thru July 15, 2025 on Jul 24, 2025
CD
We had a great time. Wonderful people, delicious food and comfortable accommodation. Thank you for this fantastic experience!
By Clarice D. C for RC & Lisa - Journey To Ghana - July 7, 2025 thru July 15, 2025 on Jul 24, 2025
I had a great time. The service was great from Maximum impact. The only reason I did not give 5 stars is because when we paid for lunch and dinner everyday, it got quite expensive. The recommendation of bringing $500 dollars did not fully cover meals. The worry of running out of money made the trip a little stressful. Other than that, the activities were awesome, the people were helpful and just an all around great place to travel. I will be returning to Ghana.
By Kenyon W for RC & Lisa - Journey To Ghana - July 7, 2025 thru July 15, 2025 on Jul 24, 2025
The experience was one of a kind, being that this was my first time with a tour group, I enjoyed it very much. I learned a lot and my knowledge of the continent of Africa grew. I gained some wonderful friendships and enjoyed the tour guides; they were very helpful and courteous. I would most definitely recommend to everyone I know to visit Ghana and tour with Maximum Impact Travel. I am looking forward to many more travel adventures with this company. I was most definitely happy with the experience. It was great meeting with RC & Lisa Blakes who were very kind and down to earth, and Jay Cameron, the owner of Maximum Impact Travel was also very welcoming and amiable. I can't say enough about the tour guides: Morris, Irene, Ana Ama, George, Victoria and Dallas, also the drivers of the bus and all the helpers/assistants, whose names I did not get, they were exceptional. Thank you all for the wonderful experience and I will definitely be telling everyone I know to book with this company.
By Celia F for RC & Lisa - Journey To Ghana - July 7, 2025 thru July 15, 2025 on Jul 20, 2025
Thank you for your kind words. We don’t take them lightly and appreciate them. Looking forward to seeing you again in the future.
By Maximum Impact Travel on Jul 23, 2025
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I had the absolute privilege of joining the Gateway Experience Ghana, July 2022. There's only one word to describe it - TRANSFORMATIVE. Jay has done the work and created a truly phenomenal travel experience. Because of his efforts, I connected with the ancestors, with Ghanaians, with Africans and with myself. I fell in love with Ghana and am now planning to move there. Jay and his local team - the incomparable Morris and the loyal Ernest - took care of every detail and provided a trip that was informative, enjoyable and safe. I don't think I could have that experience with any other tour operator. From now on, I will only travel with Jay and Maximum Impact when I visit any place in Africa. In fact, my group and I are planning to travel together again to Tanzania next year. It's just that deep. If you love Black people and Blackness, then love yourself by booking a trip with Maximum Impact!
By Audra S on 30 Aug, 2022
LP
Customer service exceptional! What a pleasure to work with Maximum Impact Travel for this trip. They are thorough and very attentive as there are several steps to traveling to Ghana; the entire Maximum Impact team made the booking process seamless with EASY-to-follow instructions. All questions I had were answered promptly and professionally. And, oh my goodness, once you get to Ghana, you will be warmly received by the Maximum Impact team and treated like a V.I.P. Accommodations are clean and super-comfortable and offer all amenities. Don’t hesitate booking the trip if you’re traveling solo as I was. It’s a trip of a lifetime where you will meet wonderful traveling companions, tour the country with knowledgeable guides and wish that the trip was longer. I LOVED IT! A powerful and stirring cultural tour that also includes fun-loving activities. Outstanding job by Maximum Impact. I’m already planning my next tour with you.
By Linda P on 11 Nov, 2021