Ghana Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
8 ships from 6 cruise lines
Ghana cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 14 upcoming sailings on 8 ships from 6 cruise lines visiting Ghana, calling at 2 places. Cruises can start in Tema and end in Tema. Of 14 upcoming sailings, 1 start in Ghana and 1 end there. More Africa cruises.
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About Ghana
Ghana offers a rare mix of emotional depth, living culture, and West African warmth. For milestone travelers who dislike being herded, the country rewards independent-minded visitors with honest history at Cape Coast and Elmina castles, the energy of Accra, the craftsmanship of Kumasi, and quiet natural beauty on Lake Volta. Cruise calls are occasional rather than polished, but that is part of the appeal: you are not in a theme park, you are in a nation that welcomes visitors on its own terms.
Typical routes
- West Africa coast & historic forts — Dakar to Cape Town or reverse, with calls in Abidjan, Takoradi, Tema, Lomé, and Cotonou.
- Atlantic islands & Africa — world-cruise or repositioning segments linking Europe, West Africa, and South America, often on small to midsize ships.
Ports overview
Ghana's ocean-cruise story is quiet. The main ports of call are Tema, serving Accra, and Takoradi in the Western Region. Neither is a purpose-built cruise terminal, but both are functional deep-water harbors with good road access to the coast's historic sites. Expect an expedition-style experience rather than a slick port village.
Cruise season
November to March is the driest and most comfortable season. April to October brings green landscapes and fewer crowds, but rain can affect unpaved roads.
Find your Ghana sailing
Upcoming sailings calling at Ghana, earliest departure first.
26 Days One-Way from Puerto Williams to Tema Harbour-Accra
Ends in Ghana. Also visits Chile, South Georgia And South Sandwich Islands, Saint Helena
Silver Endeavour
13 Days One-Way from Tema Harbour-Accra to Dakar
Starts in Ghana. Also visits Benin, Togo, Senegal
Silver Endeavour
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Where Ghana cruises start and end
Embarkation ports (1)
Tema (7) (cruises from)
Disembarkation ports (1)
Tema (7)
Ships by type: 7 ocean 1 expedition · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
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Ghana cruise port guide
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Frequently asked questions about Ghana cruises
How many places do cruises visit in Ghana?
2 Ghana places are visited by 8 ships from 6 cruise lines.
When is the best time to take a Ghana cruise?
November to March is the driest and most comfortable season. April to October brings green landscapes and fewer crowds, but rain can affect unpaved roads.
Sources and further reading
Background on Ghana draws on these references. Sailing, fare and port data come from cruise line itineraries and are refreshed regularly.
- CIA World Factbook: Ghana
- Ghana Tourism Authority: Visit Ghana
- UNESCO World Heritage Centre: Forts and Castles, Volta, Greater Accra, Central and Western Regions
- Encyclopaedia Britannica: Ghana
- Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority: Port of Tema / Port of Takoradi
- Wikimedia Commons: Category:Ghana
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published September 9, 2026 · Last updated October 22, 2026
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