Connect deeper through travel with Empathy Travels. We design journeys focused on meaningful connection – with yourself, fellow travelers, and the cultures you explore. Explore our curated retreats and immersive small group experiences below, designed for mindful presence and genuine understanding.
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Explore the heart of West Africa: Benin, Togo, & Ghana with Empathy Travels. Connect deeply with vibrant cultures and profound histories, from Voodoo traditions to coastal forts.
Engage meaningfully with communities on this journey of genuine understanding and responsible travel.
Dates: October 2026
Through engaging cultural experiences, explorations of local artistry, and respectful visits to sacred sites and difficult historical locations related to the transatlantic slave trade (such as Cape Coast Castle), we foster understanding and connection. This trip provides opportunities for reflection, shared learning, and profound engagement with Ghana's story.
Dates: May & November 2026
At Empathy Travels, we design trips that blend structure with spontaneity, offering the freedom to explore while ensuring each day is filled with meaningful, immersive moments.
Each trip includes three core events daily, thoughtfully curated to deepen your connection to the destination and its people. Plus, we leave one full day open for you to create your own personal adventure—whether it's exploring local markets, immersing in nature, or reflecting on your journey.
We believe meaningful travel should be accessible and intentional. That’s why we aim to cap our trip costs at $4,000 per person, covering:
✈️ Flights and visas are not included.
To ensure the best experience, we announce a final call for sign-ups three months before departure, giving you plenty of time to plan and prepare for your next transformative journey.
Read through the Terms and Conditions. A minimum number of travelers is needed in order to confirm this tour. Deposits are refundable if the minimum number is not met prior to the registration deadline. We reserve the right to curate the attendance list and move individuals to a waitlist for future trips.
Do not book your flight until you receive the tour confirmation email from us.
Check out travel insurance options. Some plans and policies such as Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) or coverage for pre-existing conditions, are only available for a limited time (typically within 2 weeks) after your deposit. Standard travel insurance policies will remain available until shortly before departure.