Griots RepublicGreen Book Travel is a full-service travel company that specializes in hosting culturally immersive trips with an emphasis on the African Diaspora. Our cultural, experiential curated trips provide an enriching and authentic experience. Green Book Travel delivers innovative programs that explore the significance of the African Diaspora and diverse heritage contributing to Black culture and ancestral traditions globally.
The best part of memories is making them! Our tour packages encompass all the elements of tourism. Culture and tradition, eco-education, fitness, and adventures. We cohesively blend all of the details so you can focus on exploring. We cater to solo travelers, groups, families and Corporate Firms who are interested in ethical travel,cultural and heritage tours/trips to Black and/or Indigenous communities in the Americas, Africa, and the Caribbean.
Partners at our firm are well traveled with over 20 years of experience in client service, education, hospitality, and tourism. We are committed to providing the best in class travel experiences and looking forward to offering remarkable and thrilling experiences in 2019.
We invite you to be a part of our 2019 travel itinerary. Join us as we take on:Colombia
March 13th-17th
The Cartagena Experience presents you with an opportunity to explore Colombia-Caribbean pearl, a colonial gem, and UNESCO world heritage site. On this trip, we will immerse ourselves in a customized, curated itinerary that combines cultural exploration and fun!
Trip Highlights
- The World Cultural heritage village San Basilio de Palenque
- Baru Island to visit Playa Blanca Beach
- Getsemani neighborhood village
- Dance class
- Local cuisine and nightlife
Ghana
June 29th-July 6th
Year of the Return
Exactly 400 years after the arrival of the 1st recorded landing of a slave ship in Virginia, which saw the acceleration of the horrendous Middle Passage – transatlantic Slave trade. We are excited to lead a triumphant return to the land of African Ancestry by hosting Ghana Blackout.
Trip highlights
- Accra City Tour
- Elmina & Cape Coast Castle – Door of No Return
- Rights of Passage Ceremony
- Kumasi the Capital City of the Ashanti Kingdom
- Ancient UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Asante, Kente & Andinkra Villages
- Boti Falls & Shai Hills Reserve
Senegal/Gambia
September 15th to 22nd
This combination trip explores two culturally dynamic and cosmopolitan cities.
We provide an opportunity to immerse in the beautiful and multicultural uniqueness of Senegal and Gambia uncovering the rich culture, history, cuisine and nature that reflects the colonial history.
Trip Highlights
- Explore the Cities of Gambia and Senegal
- Lazy day cruise and fishing
- Museum Maison des Esclaves (Slaves’ House)
- Visit Kaolack and Goree Island
- Enjoy a Safari! Watch wild and domesticated animals in their habitat
- Learn how to make local dishes in the Gambia
- Interact with locals in Juffure
- Learn about the Senegalese and Gambian culture and its distinction
Mauritius
October 26th-Nov 1st
Mauritius is a beautiful island nation off the southeast coast of Africa in the Indian Ocean known for the sexiest of sands and crystalline waters. Green Book is taking travelers beyond the beach!
Trip highlights
- UNESCO World Heritage Sites Aapravasi Ghat and Le Morne Cultural Landscape
- Hiking in indigenous forests
- Discovering the amazing Africans Savannah of Mauritius with a Safari and Bird Park adventure
- Visit Villiage In Mahebour
- Day sailing trip exploring the local marine life
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