Open Group Program in Ghana 2027
Just announced!
Next summer AllPeopleBeHappy is offering an unforgettable, community-based learning experience in Ghana.
Open Group Experience in Ghana: June 5-13, 2027
Overview
Experience Ghana through a community-based organization called Peace Humanity International, PHI. The week will take participants through history by learning more about and bearing witness to the European transatlantic slave trade, Ghana’s history as the first sub-Saharan African country to gain it’s independence in 1957, up to present day culture and traditions.
The week will be full of new experiences, like batiking with Global Mamas, hiking through Kakum National Park, and cooking dinner together with a host family in Jukwa. You’ll learn about , and you’ll cool off and have fun in local rivers. This is a great immersive experience for adults who are interested in being physical (and don’ t mind getting dirty), seeking connection with the natural world, and being challenged by questions meeting new people, and practicing their newly learning Twi skills.
Important Dates
- February 13, 2027: The last day to register. A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required to complete registration. Early bird special: Register by January 13, 2027 for $100 off the total program fee! This program needs a minimum of 8 participants to run.
- April 13, 2027: Mid-payment – 50% of program fee due
- May 13, 2027: Final payment due
Logistics
Participants should arrive at Quito’s international airport (Mariscal Sucre International airport) by the evening of June 14th. This first night in the country will be spent a few miles from the airport.
On June 15th, program activities will officially begin. The day will start off with a shared group breakfast before checking out of the hotel and starting the journey west to San Miguel de Los Bancos, where Nido de Vida is situated.
The focus of this program is on the agriculture county of San Miguel de Los Bancos which sits about two hours from Quito. Most days will be spent exploring the culture and natural world of the county through Nido de Vida’s mission and community.
All in-country expenses—including food, lodging, transportation, cultural and recreational activities, and service projects—are covered by the program fee.
Accommodations and Meals
The accommodations for this program includes staying in small hotels. The first night will be spent in Quito (close to the airport) and all subsequent nights will be spent in a hotel in San Miguel de Los Bancos.
Who is this experience for?
This experience is designed for students, individuals, couples, or families who are interested in learning about Ghana through the lens of our community partners. This experience will be a mix site seeing, learning about grassroots organizations, exploring the natural world, and engaging with community members.
Price: $2,701
REGISTER NOW
Register now to secure your spot for this hands-on, immersive open group experience!
Registration deadline: February 5, 2027
Early bird special: Register by January 5, 2027 for $100 off your total program fee!
Interested but have some questions before you register? Please reach out to Ghana site liaison Torey Siebart (torey.siebart@amizade.org)
ALLPEOPLEBEHAPPY’S CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICIES
If your trip must be canceled prior to departure, please contact our office as soon as possible. Deposits are nonrefundable. The remainder of your refund will be determined by the date and conditions of your cancellation as follows.
- Individuals who send a written cancellation notification to the AllPeopleBeHappy Office before April 20, 2027 will receive a full refund, minus the nonrefundable deposit.
- Individuals who send a written cancellation notification to the AllPeopleBeHappy Office between April 20 and May 15, 2027 will receive a 50% refund of the mid-payment (exclusive of the nonrefundable deposit).
- Individuals who send written cancellation notification to the AllPeopleBeHappy Office on or after May 15, 2027 will not be guaranteed any refund. AllPeopleBeHappy will work with the community partners on if/how much of a refund may be possible.
If AllPeopleBeHappy cancels a program before the program start date for any reason, we will issue a full refund for the program fee and the deposit.
AllPeopleBeHappy requires a minimum of 6 participants to run this open group program. If the minimum number of participants is not met, AllPeopleBeHappy will notify all participants by February 10th. We advise against purchasing non-refundable airfare before February 10th unless otherwise notified.
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