If you want to travel to Ghana on your own, we can help you make the arrangements or we can have someone meet you at the airport and act as your guide. We work with many specialists in Ghana. We consult on special projects and can facilitate research - - village stays, photo shoots, lessons with traditional craftspeople, visits to health professionals and traditional healers, visits to schools, volunteer opportunities
 If it's in Ghana we can take you to it!

We can do research for you - find the festivals - arrange video tapes and music. We enjoy challenges and so far have been able to satisfy all of our customers.

                  ABOUT GHANA

Ghana is bounded on the north and northwest by Burkina Faso, on the east by Togo, on the south by the Atlantic Ocean, and on the west by Cote d'Ivoire. Formerly a British colony known as the Gold Coast, Ghana was the first nation in sub-Saharan Africa to achieve independence (1957). The country is named after the ancient empire of Ghana, from which the ancestors of the inhabitants of the present country are thought to have migrated. The total land area is 92,100 square miles (238,537) square kilometres).
Ghana is a lowland country, except for range of hills on the eastern border. The sandy coastline is backed by a coastal plain that is crossed by several rivers and streams, generally navigable only by canoe. In the west the plain is broken by heavily forested hills and many streams and rivers. To the north lies an undulating savanna that is drained by the Volta river, which flows south to the sea through a narrow gap in the hills. Lake Volta, in the east, is one of the largest artificial lakes in the world. Ghana's highest point, in the eastern hills, is about 2,900 feet (884 meters) above sea level.
The climate of Ghana is tropical, but temperatures vary with season and elevation.
Except in the north, two rainy seasons occur, from April to June and from September to November. In the north the rainy season begins in March and lasts until September. Annual rainfall ranges from about 40 inches (1,015 millimetres) in the north to about 80 inches (2,300 millimetres) in the south-east. The harmattan, a dry, north wind, blows from December to March lowering the humidity and creating hot days and cool nights in the north. In the south the effects of the harmattan are felt in January. In most areas the highest temperatures occur in March, the lowest in August. The average annual temperature is about 86F (30C).
    Entry points to Ghana
A visitor coming to Ghana can use the following major entry points.
Air: The Kotoka International Airport is the principal air entry point to Ghana. It is a modern airport that places its technological facilities at the disposal of other countries in the West Africa sub-region. This explains why Ghana is referred to as the ³Gateway to Africa².
Sea:
Ghana boasts of two major ports, the Tema Port in the Greater Accra Region, some nine (9) kilometers south of the capital city, Accra and the Takoradi Port located in the Western Region of the country.
Land:
 There are three major entry points by land. On the West is the Elubo entry point between Ghana and Cote d¹Ivoire, On the East is the Aflao entry point between Ghana and Togo and on the North is the Paga entry Point between Ghana and Burkina Faso. All these entry points are manned by qualified Immigration officers to ensure the security of visitors arriving or leaving the shores of Ghana.
It is imperative, however, for all visitors entering Ghana to possess valid passports or other legal travel documents.
                                                 

           GENERAL INFORMATION
When to go
There really is no 'best' time to visit Ghana, as the temperature is always Africa-hot and if rainfall doesn't soak you, then the humid air will. If you prefer your soaking tropical in nature, stick close to the beaches. Whatever the season, the weather gets more arid the farther inland you go. Village-specific festivals and events occur throughout the year.
Entry Requirements
Travel documents and visas: A passport and a visa are required. All visitors to Ghana must posse valid passports issued by their home governments, except nationals of any member country of the ECOWAS who may produce travel certificates in lieu of passports. All non-ECOWAS citizens require visas at a fee before entry.
Ghana Missions and Embassies are authorized to issue visas or entry permits to all classes of visitors destined to Ghana.
Immunization/Vaccination: Evidence of immunization for yellow fever and cholera is also required. It is strongly recommended to contact your health official at least 4-6 weeks prior to travel for vaccinations.
Yellow fever: A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from all travelers when entering Ghana.
Malaria: Vaccination for malaria is recommended. Malaria risk is predominantly in the malignant (P.falciparum) form, and exists throughout the year in the whole country.
Also Recommended: mefloquine
Tax: All travelers are required to pay an airport departure tax of ($15).
VAT, Sales or Use Tax: The VAT (Value-Added-Tax) has just been introduced in Ghana. It is 10% and not refundable. Restaurants charge 5% service charge plus a 10% VAT.
Note: Always ask to see a vendor's VAT certificate; he/she must have it and willingly show it.
Currency: This is called the Cedi and the pesewa (") which comes in denominations of "1,"5, "10, "20 and "50 bills.  Coins or pesewa come in denominations of "100, "50 "20, "10, "5 and "1.
There is no restriction on the amount of foreign currency you may bring into Ghana. This must, however, be stated on the currency declaration form.
Foreign Exchange Bureau: Foreign currency can be freely exchanged at any forex in the country. There are several foreign exchange bureaus (Forex) in all the major towns and cities, but many outside Accra may not accept travelers’ cheques except the banks. Forex bureaus tend to give better rates for large-denomination bills than banks normally do. The best exchange rates are for US Dollars, the euro and British Pounds.
Most travelers’ cheques exchanged, but the rate is 5% lower than cash.

Private foreign-exchange (Forex) offices have better rates and hours.

Credit cards: Many places take major international credit cards such as Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Barclays Bank in Accra will advance Ghanaian money on Visa and MasterCard, minus a commission and a fee for the approval telex.  Not all forex bureaus accept traveler
Banking Hours: Banks open from 8.30am to 2pm (3pm on Fridays) on weekdays.
 Some branches of General Information
Barclays and Standard Chartered Banks open on Saturdays from 10.30am to 12.30pm. However, most banks now operate Automatic Teller Machines (ATM). For cash advances, Barclays Bank accepts VISA and MasterCard.
Airport & Transport: Kotoka Airport (7km from the centre), shared minibuses (tro-tro), taxi
Telephone: Phone cards are available to buy. Make international calls from the public telephones dotted all over the city.
Direct code out: 00
Medical Facilities: Medical facilities in Ghana are limited, particularly outside the capital of Accra. Malaria is common, as are other tropical diseases. Doctors and hospitals often request immediate cash payment for health services.
Photo Developing and printing: There are several photo laboratories in the city of Accra well equipped to develop and give you high quality photo prints of your memories of Ghana. They have a good reputation for handling both professional photos and safari snapshots. Open Monday-Friday 8.30 am-5.30 pm, Saturday 8.30 am to 1 pm.
 The most popular in Accra include Flash Photos at Danquah Circle-Osu, Photo Lab (close to Papaye Fast Foods) at Osu and Modern Photos near the KwameNkrumah Circle.
Special Concerns
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Visitors entering Ghana with more than $5,000 U.S. in cash are required to declare the amount upon entry into Ghana. Currency exchange is available at most banks and at licensed foreign exchange bureaus. Currency transactions with private citizens are illegal.
The Government of Ghana maintains strict regulations on the import and export of gold, diamonds, and other precious natural resources. Only agents licensed by the Precious Metals and Mining Commission, telephone (233)(21) 664-635 or 664-579, may handle import-export transactions of these natural resources. Any transaction lacking this Commission's endorsement may be illegal and/or fraudulent. Attempts to evade regulations are punishable by prison terms.
In rare instances, visitors arriving in Ghana with sophisticated electronic equipment (video cameras and laptop computers) may have to deposit 17.5 per cent of the item's value with the Customs and Excise office at the airport. To get the deposit refunded, visitors must apply to the Customs and Excise Office in central Accra 48 hours before departure.
It is illegal to wear military or camouflage clothing.
PHOTOGRAPHY RESTRICTIONS: Photography of sensitive installations, including military sites, government buildings, and Accra's International Airport, is prohibited. Permission should also be obtained before taking photographs of anyone in uniform (police officers and military officers, for example). In some instances, film and cameras have been confiscated.

Theater & Cultural Events

The Centre for National Culture: (High Street, Accra). The main centre for cultural activity in Accra.
National theatre: - for concerts.
School of Performing Arts (University of Ghana, Legon) - for drama, poetry and cultural dancing
Ghana film theatre and Executive Film house - for Ghana and foreign films
BUSY MOVIES: located within the premises of Busy Internet, Africa's largest technology centre. Big screen DVD movies in a relaxed and serene air-conditioned theatre. With seating capacity of 50.
Friday at 6.00pm, 9.00pm and 12 midnights.
Saturday at 3.00pm.
Sunday movies run from 6.00pm to midnight.
Location: Ring Road, next to Barnetts, Kokomlemle, Accra
Tel: 258800
GO KART RACING CIRCUIT: The 1st International Kart Racing Track in West Africa La Raceway; Located Behind Trade Fair Centre
Open: 11am - 11pm
Other facilities: Air Hockey, Pool Tables, Swimming Pool, Night Club, Party Room, Big Screen TV, Baby Tables. Tel: 701252 Fax: 701251

Night Life: Clubs/Discos

   Disco MACUMBA: Osu, opposite Danquah Circle. 
BOOMERANG: Situated in the Caprice building not far from Kwame Nkrumah Circle. Packs a good crowd on Friday and Saturday with  a good mix of Accra's affluent youth.Music style is a mix of R&B & Hip life for Fri.& Sat. and Francophone mix on Thu.

HIS MAJESTY'S: Located directly opposite the Trade Fair Site in Labadi. Very popular with vibrant affluent youth on Friday with blazing Hip Hop and R&B with a touch of Garage on both floors. Saturday caters for a slightly more mature crowd strutting their funky stuff to the best in Old School.

INDIGO: Located around Danquah Circle inside the former Pakistan Embassy. Indigo is the latest addition to the nightclub circuit in Accra catering for mature revelers with a bit of money to spend. It offers the best in Oldskool and Highlife on Fri& Sat and is currently the in place for over30's.

OOPS: Located around the Bubuashie Circle and catering for Accra's mature clubbers, Oops packs a good crowd on Wed with strictly Highlife on it's African Night and its also popular with mature revelers on Fri & Sat.

GLENNS: Located in Adabraka at the tail end of Farrar Avenue. Glenns is one of those places that packs a good mix of everything that represents Accra. Best on Sunday and Wednesday where you will find a nice mixed crowd jamming to the best of R&B HIP HOP and HIP LIFE. Thursday is also popular with the Francophone crowd.

FOX TRAP: Located on Farrar Avenue Adabraka and caters for the more mature revelers. Very Popular on Friday with a good mix of R&B and Highlife.

Others
·  The Office
·  Don's Place
·  Strawberry
·  Jokers
·  Tweety
·  Karldorf
·  Vibe Cafe
·  Fusion (Osu-Accra) -ask for Baron (Greetings from gallows)
·  Balm Tarven (Kaneshie, Accra)
·  Miracle Mirage nite club (Adabraka, Accra)
·  Red Onion night club (Kaneshie, Accra)
Outside Accra
·  Masrati (Kumasi)

BEACHES

Labadi Pleasure Beach (Accra): A three kilometre sea frontage at Labadi, 8 kilometres east of Accra on the Accra Tema Beach Road. It serves as Accra's main public beach with only shower and changing room facilities and catering services.
Kokrobrite: Kokrobite near 30 kilometers west of Accra. A sprawling beach with a dramatic backdrop of hills. It is a favourite of tourists because of its serene atmosphere and its almost secluded nature.
Ada beach: This coastal town, 100 kilometres east of Accra, on the Lome Road has this beach with facilities for yatching, skiing, fishing, etc.
Cocoloco Beach is located at Ada Foah - about an hour east from Accra where the Volta River meets the Atlantic Ocean. The area is a natural paradise and a breeding ground for a variety of sea turtles. The Volta Estuary is also a sanctuary for an enormous number of birds. Cocoloco has camping and accommodation in a number of bungalows built in a traditional thatch style. To get there, head east from Accra and branch right at the Kasseh-Ada junction. If you are coming by "tro-tro" or commercial bus, get out at the last stop and ask a taxi to take you to the Cocoloco Beach Camp Resort near the village of Totimekope.

Alaska Beach: Located on the shore of the Gulf of Guinea on the Atlantic Ocean, the Alaska Beach Club is a popular retreat for backpackers and those in search of a quiet beach away from it all. In addition to camping facilities, there are some simple bungalows, plus showers and toilets. It is adjacent to the Busua Beach Resort where some visitors take time out to rent Sea-Doo's and other watercraft. Alaska offers traditional Ghanaian food on demand and the restaurant at the Busua Resort features a wide selection of seafood and other dishes.

INTERNAL TRAVEL

Most primary roads are generally paved and well maintained; however, roads outside the major cities are in poor condition. The road from Accra to the central region tourist area of Cape Coast continues to be the site of many accidents. Travel at dark, particularly outside the major cities, is extremely hazardous, due to poor street lighting and the unpredictable behavior of pedestrians, bicyclists, and farm animals such as goats and pigs. The safety standards of the small private buses that transit roads and highways are uncertain. Travelers are encouraged to consider this when making travel arrangements.
Travelers are routinely stopped at police checkpoints throughout Ghana. Automobiles and passengers may be searched. Drivers must possess an international driver’s license. Foreign nationals are expected to carry documentation of their status, such as a passport and visa.

    Bus

Buses are unreliable and inconvenient. Car rentals are available. Taxi fares should be determined prior to departure.
Schedules and fares for road travel by the State Transport Company's air- conditioned fleet of coaches between the 10 regional capitals of Ghana
Government run STC buses are among the best in West Africa & have 2 classes: express (air-conditioned) & ordinary. Book the former well in advance.            Tro-tro & bust taxis are shared

    Air

Inter-city Travel:
There Are Flight Schedules And Fares For  Airlines That Operate Inter-City Flights In Ghana There Are  Domestic Flights From Accra To ,Takoradi  Kumasi And Tamale
                                                         

  Train

It is possible to travel by train from Accra to Kumasi and Kumasi to Accra.
The train travel from Takoradi to Kumasi has very much improved. It is possible that somebody might want to visit Tadi. from Kumasi. The train does go from Takoradi to Kumasi and from Kumas to Accra. It does provide a nice opportunity for people to see some of the country side.