Ghana Holidays, Flights & Travel Guide
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Formerly a British colony known as
the Gold Coast, Ghana was the first black African nation to achieve
independence in 1957. It is a relatively small country on the West
coast of Africa situated between Togo and Côte d'Ivoire and remains
a somewhat unexplored tropical gem, an untapped destination that
abounds in history, culture, wildlife and scenery with a wide
variety of tourist attractions. And throughout its 10 regions
visitors will be greeted with the warm-hearted smiles of its
welcoming people. Nature has been extremely
generous to Ghana with its national parks and reserves providing a
sanctuary for the native flora and fauna; the grasslands of Mole
National Park in the north are home to a variety of large animals,
while birds and butterflies are particularly numerous in Ghana's
forests. Rainforests such as that of Kakum National Park in the
southern central region, with its canopy walkway and nature trails,
provide a haven for eco-tourists. Miles of unspoilt beaches,
waterfalls, rolling forested hills, rivers and lakes complete the
portrait of a country that is a nature lover's delight.
The diverse ethnic groups of Ghana and the ancient
traditions of its people have shaped one of the richest cultural
environments in Africa that boasts festivals, dance and music as
well as a colourful dress and a wide variety of arts and crafts.
The traditional and cultural heartland of the country is the
Ashanti region, home to the nation's dominant tribe, the Ashanti,
who are most famous today for their craftwork and ancient artistry
in fabrics, particularly the colourful kente
cloth. Ghana's vibrant capital city, Accra, is
the gateway to the country and is located in the smallest, yet most
populated region on the Gulf of Guinea. The modern city has
excellent accommodation, restaurants and nightlife, colourful
markets, and is a good base from which to explore the Atlantic
coast west of Accra, which boasts many fine palm-fringed beaches,
resorts, ancient forts, castles, and fascinating fishing villages.
The forts and castles along the coastline date back to the 15th
century and have an intriguing history of European occupation,
fierce battles and slavery. The Cape Coast Castle, Fort St Jago and
Elim Castle are recognised as UNESCO World Heritage
Monuments.
Tourist Offices - Ghana Tourist Board, Accra: +233 21 222
153 or www.ghanatourism.gov.gh
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Entry Requirements
for Ghana Holidays & Ghana Travel
All visitors require a valid passport and a
visa. Visitors must also hold a return or onward ticket as well as
all documents needed for their next destination. On arrival, all
non-Ghanaian passengers must obtain a registration card. Two
passport photos are required.
- For Australians -
Australians must have a valid passport and
visa.
- New Zealand nationals must have a valid passport and
visa.
- US citizens must have a valid passport and
visa.
- US citizens must have a valid passport and
visa.
- UK nationals must have a valid passport and
visa.
Currency of Ghana
The official currency is the cedi (GHC), which is
divided into 100 pesewas. Foreign currency can be exchanged at any
forex bureaux as well as at some commercial banks; banks and
foreign exchange facilities are available at the airport and in all
major towns. It is advisable to keep an currency exchange receipts
in order to be able to re-exchange when departing. Banking hours
are usually from 8.30am to 3pm Monday to Friday, and most large
commercial banks have ATMs located outside, although only limited
amounts of cedis can be drawn at a time. Travellers cheques are
accepted at banks and forex bureaux in the capital Accra, but the
rate of exchange may be lower than for cash transactions. The most
widely accepted credit cards are American Express, Diners and Visa,
and cards can be used for payment at major hotels and shops,
although this can be risky as credit card fraud is very common. The
best currencies to bring are US dollars, British pounds or Euros as
other currencies exchange at poor rates.
Ghana
Telephone Access Codes and Communications
The international dialling code for Ghana
is +233. The outgoing code is 00 followed by the relevant country
code (e.g. 0027 for South Africa). Accra's city code is 21. The
telephone system is relatively reliable, but most people use mobile
phones. Telephone, fax and telex services are available in all main
towns, and hotels. Most major hotels also have business centres,
which provide secretarial and courier services. Internet cafes are
on the increase throughout the country. There are several GSM cell
phone operations across Ghana that have roaming agreements with
most international networks, and phones can be rented in
Accra.
Ghana
Duty Free Allowances & Restrictions
Travellers to Ghana over 16 years do not have
to pay customs duty on 400 cigarettes, or 100 cigars, or 454g of
tobacco, or a proportionate mix of these items; 1 litre of wine and
1 litre of spirits; and 237ml of perfume and eau de toilette. Gift
items are dutiable.
Ghana
Holidays - Tipping Information
Service charge is rarely added to restaurant
bills and tipping for quality service is only expected in up-market
establishments (usually about 10%). For other services tipping is
discretionary.
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