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THE EMEA 30,000KM EXPEDITION, WANDERLUST GHANA.
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Attractions

Cultural Sites

Culture

Experience our rich culture

Heritage Sites

Heritage

Relive history through our heritage

Warmth Sites

Warmth

Feel the warmth in 16 regions

Adventure Sites

Adventure

Every experience is an Adventure

Ecotourism Sites

Ecotourism

Upclose with nature throught our Ecotourism sites

Entertainment and Nightlife

Entertainment and Nightlife

Feel the rhythm with our entertaining nightlife.

Nature

Nature

Experience the nature covens in Ghana.

Sea, Sun and Sand

Sea, Sun & Sand

Visit the sandy shores, bask in the sun and stir the sand.

Festivals

Festivals

Experience festive occassions with rich cultural values




Explorational Stories

News and Updates

Ghana Grants Citizenship to 524 Members of the Diaspora Community
In a historic ceremony held at the Accra International Conference Centre on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, 524 members of the African diaspora were officially granted Ghanaian citizenship. This event, the third of its kind under President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s administration, celebrated the enduring bond between Ghana and its global diaspora. The ceremony is part […]
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Wanderlust Ghana’s Journey Sparks Cultural and Business Connections in South Africa
Pretoria, November 9, 2024. In a remarkable celebration of cultural and business ties, the Ghana High Commission in South Africa and the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) held the “Taste of Ghana and Business Exchange” event today in Pretoria. This special occasion, hosted at the residence of Her Excellency Mrs. Francisca Ashietey-Odunton, Ghana’s High Commissioner to […]
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Ghana’s National Tourism Awards Celebrates Excellence in Hospitality and Tourism
The magnificent Gardens of the historic Christiansborg Castle, Osu in Accra recently hosted the prestigious National Tourism Awards, an annual event that recognises and celebrates excellence across Ghana’s tourism and hospitality sectors. The awards ceremony, held with grandeur, brought together leaders, innovators, and key players in the industry, honouring those who have excelled in enhancing […]
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Essential Handy Tips

Travel Tips

Getting to Ghana
Several international airlines, including British Airways and Delta Airlines, operate regularly scheduled flights from Ghana to major cities in North America, Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
Health Requirements
Money/Currency
Ghana’s currency is the cedi which comes in denominations of GHC 200, 100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1. Coins come in denominations of GHC 2 and 1 and also 50p, 20p, 10p, 5p & 1 pesewas. Foreign currency can be freely exchanged at any Bank or Forex Bureaux in the country.
Climate
Bounded on the South by the Atlantic Ocean and on the West by La Cote d'Ivoire, the East by Togo and the North by Burkina Faso. Ghana is a tropical country. The South Western part is located within the warm wet forest zone similar to the Amazon. Accra, the capital, is located in the dry equatorial zones. Kumasi is in the wet savanna. It lies between 4° and 11 ° North at the equator and has a coastline of 540 km.
Business Hours
General – 8.00am – 12.00pm ; 13.00pm – 17.00pm
Banks – 8.00am – 12.00pm ; 13.00pm – 16.00pm
Tipping

Tipping is permitted in hotels, restaurants, etc. It is rarely added to the bill. Whenever it is not added the quality of service should dictate your generousity to the waiter, taxi driver, porter, tour guide, etc.
Passport
Required by all
Visas
Visas are required by most non-residents except ECOWAS nationals. Ghana Missions and Embassies abroad will assist in issuing individual as well as group visas.
Electricity
If you are bringing along any electrical appliances, they should operate on or be adaptable to 220 / 240 volts. Electric outlets in Ghana accept either 3pronged, or sometimes 2-pronged. British or Continental European type plus or converters.
Packing the Right Clothing
Since the climate is warm and tropical all year round be sure to pack light washable cotton clothing and casual wear. Do not forget your sunglasses and comfortable walking shoes. There are no restrictions on what men and women may wear. Slacks and shorts for both sexes are permissible.
Traveller’s Cheques
All banks and Forex Bureaux accept Traveller”s Cheques although the rate of exchange may be slightly lower than for cash transaction.
Credit Cards
The most widely accepted credit cards are Visa and Mastercard. These cards are accepted in major hotels, restaurants, banks and businesses . Your card may be used for payment at most all airlines, leading hotels and major supermarkets. However be cautious when using your credit to avoid fraud.
Hotels
Ghana offers a wide range of hotel accommodation for her growing economy and tourist industry; cosmopolitan, metropolitan, district town and country hotels and park lodges of varying comfort, elegance and convenience. Ghana”s hotels are classified according to the international star-system with 5-star as the highest and one-star being the minimum international acceptable quality.
Communications
Most major hotels also have business centers which provide secretarial and courier services. Ghana has six Telecommunications companies which provide voice and data services. with a valid Identity card/passport, one can acquire a sim from any of the telecos. You can make long distance telephone calls within the country. Collect calls to the USA, Europe and Asia are also available. USA direct dial is 019900 and UK is 0194.
Entertainment
Most cities and towns have facilities for nightlife such as cultural centers to theatres, cinema houses, discotheques, pubs, street cafes and casinos. Consult your hotel reception for what is on and where to go.
Medical facilities
Modern private and public hospitals and clinics are available in all cities and big towns. Tourist should contact travelers’ medical insurance companies to cover any medical contingencies while away from their home countries.
Emergency Contacts
Emergency (general) – 999 / Fire – 192 / Ambulance – 193
Hospital
Korle Bu – 0302-665401, 0302-673033-34
Ridge – 0302-228382
37 Military hospital – 021-776111-51
Drinking Water
Safe but it is advisable for visitors to use bottled drinking water which is available for sale in hotels and supermarkets.



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