Before You Arrive

Visa Requirements

Most international visitors can get a visa on arrival at Kotoka International Airport, or apply online before traveling. Check Ghana Immigration Service for your specific country's requirements.

Currency

Ghana uses the Cedi (GHS). As of 2025, roughly 1 USD = 12.5 GHS, though rates fluctuate. Forex bureaus at the airport and throughout Accra offer better rates than banks. Major hotels also exchange currency. ATMs are widely available in cities. 

Greetings
Ghanaians are incredibly friendly! A simple "hello" works, but try "Akwaaba" (ah-KWA-ba) meaning "welcome", the locals will love it. Handshakes are common, and always greet elders first.

Basic Phrases

• Akwaaba = Welcome

• Medaase = Thank you (meh-DAH-see)

• Ete sɛn? = How are you? (eh-teh-sin)

Local Customs

• Use your right hand for eating and greeting (left hand is considered impolite)

• Remove shoes before entering some homes

• At Cape Coast Castle and emotional heritage sites, maintain respectful silence in dungeons

Getting Around

Why You Need A Piece of Ghana Tours

Ghana is welcoming, but navigating on your own can be challenging. Streets aren't always well-marked, taxi negotiations can be confusing, and you'll miss the stories behind what you're seeing.

We Handle Everything:

• No stress about directions or getting lost

• Skip the hassle of negotiating prices with multiple taxi drivers

• Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles (trust us, you'll need this!)

• Our guides explain the cultural context you would never discover alone

• We know which sites are worth your time and which to skip

• Direct access to local experiences tourists rarely find

Airport Transfers

Landing at Kotoka and not sure what to do next? We pick you up and get you settled. No confusion, no stress, your Ghana adventure begins the moment you arrive. 

Have more questions? Check our FAQ or contact us at +233 24 493 0623 or apieceofghanatours@gmail.com