The journey takes a minimum of 35 hours, depending on the punctuality of departure, the number of loading stops and the condition of the engine.ĭon’t drink water from the tap ever. While there is no passenger ferry network in Ghana, the Akosombo–Yeji cargo ferry accepts a limited number of passengers on its once-weekly service and is an adventurous way of reaching Tamale (you can pick up transport to Tamale from Yeji). After near collapse, during which rival company VIP took much of its business, it’s back on its feet again, with new routes and a fleet of swish new buses. Intercity STC is Ghana’s main long-haul bus company. There are bus services to all of Ghana’s main towns and cities.
Poorly maintained roads and vehicles, aggressive driving practices, poor street lighting, roaming livestock, pedestrians and cyclists pose safety risks, especially when driving at night and outside urban areas.īuses are preferable to tro-tros (minibuses) for long journeys as they tend to be more comfortable and reliable. Beyond 12 months, you will need to get a Ghanaian driver’s licence. If you are planning to drive in Ghana, an international driving licence or international driving permit is accepted for periods up to 12 months. Try to keep your card in sight when making purchases if you must use your credit card. Not even in the big hotels should you consider using your credit card. Sad to say, credit card fraud abounds in Ghana.
It is difficult to find banks and/or businesses in Ghana which accept credit cards other than Visa. There are forex bureaus everywhere in Accra, and many of the bigger hotels. Other than that bring only cash or traveler’s checks to exchange into cedis. Exchange bureaus are found in most major towns. ATMs are virtually everywhere, with almost all accepting Visa. The beauty is that this diversity exists so harmoniously, a joy to experience and a wonder to behold in uncertain times. Travel north and you’ll feel like you’ve arrived in a different country, with a different religion, geography and cultural practices. And it shows: Ghana is suffused with the most incredible energy. One of Africa’s great success stories, the country is reaping the benefits of a stable democracy in the form of fast-paced development. Please appreciate that there may be other options available to you than the products, providers or services covered by our service.Hailed as West Africa’s golden child, Ghana deserves its place in the sun. compares a wide range of products, providers and services but we don't provide information on all available products, providers or services. Please don't interpret the order in which products appear on our Site as any endorsement or recommendation from us.
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