Traditional Naming Ceremony and Boat Cruise Experience
Overview
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Experience the rich culture in the Volta Region of Ghana for firsthand participation in traditional naming processes, drumming and dancing ushering you onto the beginning of the naming ceremony when you embark on this cultural tour which also include Boat Cruise on Volta River which is the longest River in West Africa. Just about one and half hour drive from Accra to the village, it presents to tourists the opportunity to see countryside with beautiful landscapes while driving to the village.
At Torgorme, the lovely and cheerfully community members gathered to welcome you with traditional drumming and dancing to the ceremonial ground. The ceremony starts by pouring of libation to Almighty God and our Ancestors to ask them for success of the ceremony. After that, the community elder will start to explain how a newly born child is named according to Ewe customs and traditions.
NB:
# Preferably, wear White Dress and sandals if any.
# Do not give money to any community member.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
This naming traditional naming ceremony is done at Torgorme village in the Volta region of Ghana about 1 hour 30 minutes' drive from Accra where you will have opportunity to see the countryside and the lovely local people. Here, the community gathered in their numbers to welcome the guest which the organizer or the community leader will explain the process of naming a newly born child according to Ewe tradition. The ceremony begins with pouring of libations and proceed with drumming and dancing to cheer up the occasion. Tourist will be taken through making of traditional local pot by pottery makers in the village. Feel free to associate yourself with the locals and learn more from them.
Akosombo
After the ceremony, we shall go to a resort at Akosombo to have our lunch and do cruise on the volta river. the largest in West Africa
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Traditional Naming Ceremony and Boat Cruise Experience
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Naming Ceremony and Boat Cruise Fees
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Certificate (To get the certificate, book at least 2 days before the travel date)
Gifts-takeaway (locally made hand bead and small pot with your name on it)
Free Pick-Up and Drop-Off Within Accra City
Tips
Lunch
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
20 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Homecoming Welcome
fsimpsonlang1,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Truly Professionals! You will laugh cry and dance! Long drive but well worth it’book yhisnyounwill Not be
A memorable experience
769efei,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was such a lovely heart felt experience. From dancing with the elders, getting a Ghanian name and the scenic boat ride after, I thoroughly enjoyed myself
Once in a Life time Experience ‼️
quianas2017,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience ‼️👑✈️ Out driver Mr. Foster was so pleasant and the naming ceremony, pottery class, and food was great. Also the gift was so appreciated.
Over priced
stacian l,Aug 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00The naming ceremony was sad. They don't prep you for what you are about to encounter. The people of the village are in need. Bring toys for children & money for adults or you will feel bad if you run out or dont have any. TRUST ME. Over priced. We got a broken down car & driver who had multiple accidents going & coming. Thankfully, we made it back safely. Driver was anti-social & did not add to experience by describing our views. He later took us to a resort & said, "stopping for lunch & boat ride". I assumed lunch was included. The boat ride was decent & driver played music. Lunch was less than tasty & order was wrong. When ready to pay for lunch, machine was broken & was told to use ATM. There are so many places in ACCRA w/good food & better set up for less. P.S. A driver or UBER to village is less & you can get your African name from any citizen of Ghana. It is the same names based on day of week born. When you don't know. Lol
Will treasure forever
bohemianrose79,Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We will cherish this moment forever! Thanks to Kadelo Tours for the amazing service Sammie and Freedom are the most amazing gentlemen. The village shared with us their daily life and we are so appreciative to be apart of the tribe. If your thinking about doing this tour, it’s one that will outshine all others.
A Day Trip To Volta
Departure31425120897,May 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was such a great tour! Foster, is very knowledgeable on the Volta region. My group had an amazing experience. The naming ceremony was so sweet. My clients really enjoyed our tour. The boat ride was very tranquil. The food at the Royal Senchi was great too Thank you for a great day!
Scenic Drive, Meaningful Ceremony: Ghana Experience
gabbyHartNews,Mar 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The naming ceremony was an incredible experience. The 2.5-hour drive from Accra to the village was well worth it, offering a fascinating glimpse into the countryside. Our tour guide, Freedom, was exceptional – knowledgeable, helpful, and a skilled driver. The ceremony itself was moving and memorable. We wished we'd known to bring donations, but were glad to contribute cash to the village. The return to the motherland was both powerful and humbling. An unforgettable experience
There is a meaning to our names.
STARR C,Jan 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I had a wonderful, wonderful experience. My tour guide foster was very knowledgeable. He was also very, very friendly. I think Jehovah for him.
Very unique and special tour - I hope to do it with my kids some day!
Keith J,Dec 30, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing and unique experience to the Volta region. The naming ceremony was so beautiful and welcoming with many villagers in attendance. I loved the explanation of the ritual and so happy to have an African name now. The boat river cruise after was very nice and peaceful. I’d love to stay at the resort that this was held. Great tour and great tour guides!
A Highlight of Our Trip!
sarahcT1077HE,Dec 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The renaming ceremony was a truly incredible and heartwarming experience— a highlight of our trip to Ghana. The Torgorme Community welcomed us home in a way that was both moving and uplifting. Our guide, Atsu, was not only kind and flexible, but also insightful, answering all of our questions with clarity and warmth. The boat ride at the end was beautiful! We are so grateful we were able to experience this.
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