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How to go alone
Going alone in Ghana is an exhilarating adventure. The first step is, of course, planning: make sure you have all the necessary documents, including a visa and up-to-date vaccinations. Then book a flight to Accra, the country's capital and main point of entry.
On the ground, Ghana is an ideal destination for solo travellers, thanks to its welcoming people and geographical diversity. What's more, it's one of the safest countries in West Africa. Finally, learn a few phrases in Twi, one of the local languages.
How to go on a tour
If the idea of planning every detail of your trip to Ghana seems daunting, opting for an organized tour is an excellent solution. This type of holiday allows you to benefit from the expertise of local guides, a well-thought-out itinerary and the handling of logistical aspects such as accommodation and transport.
A tour package to Ghana includes visits to the country's main points of interest, such as the historic forts of the Gold Coast, the modern city of Accra and nature reserves. You'll also have the opportunity to discover Ghana's rich culture through workshops, local markets and interactions with locals. Last but not least, you'll travel in complete safety, especially if you're a solo traveler or if it's your first time in West Africa.
How to get around
The excitement starts as soon as you step off the plane! In metropolises like Accra, "trotros" - colorful minibuses - are the pulse of the city. They allow you to immerse yourself in the local culture for a handful of cedis!
If you want to travel in style, long-distance buses offer luxury services with reclining seats, air conditioning and even Wi-Fi. And if you're in a hurry, domestic flights to key destinations like Kumasi or Tamale are a breeze.
For those who like flexibility, cabs offer a tailor-made travel option. Always remember to negotiate the price in advance - it's almost a tradition here! Venture into rural areas to try out the joys of motorcycle cabs. Finally, if you're the independent type, renting a car might be your best bet.
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Naturellement, au Ghana comme ailleurs, les possibilités d'itinéraires sont très nombreuses. Il y a toutefois quelques immanquables - comme un passage par la vibrante Accra - et des lectures thématiques du territoire à entreprendre. C'est pourquoi nous vous proposons ici quelques idées de séjours qui permettront à qui découvre le Ghana pour la première fois quelques étapes indispensables pour connaitre le pays. Également, nous avons élaboré quelques itinéraires thématiques. Le premier s'intéresse aux richesses naturelles du pays, et le Ghana n'en manque pas (plages, reliefs, zones lacustre, déserts, parcs, etc) ; la seconde explore un pan moins léger de l'histoire du pays : celui de la traite des esclaves, le Ghana ayant été l'un des points d'envoi d'esclaves principaux durant des siècles. Et les vestiges construits - principalement des forts, tout le long du littoral - continuent de raconter cette histoire.
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Discover le Ghana
In this chapter, we offer a succinct, cross-sectional presentation of Ghana. Whether you already know the destination or not, you're sure to learn something here. Ghana's history is fascinating and tragic in many respects, and this is what the chronological dossier presented here aims to highlight in far fewer lines than is really necessary. Geography is also addressed: Ghana's territory, which varies considerably from north to south, from desert to beaches, via the fertile plains of Ashanti country and the Volta basin, is home to a flora and fauna that are well worth encountering. Other aspects of the country are developed: culture, arts and crafts, lifestyles, religion, gastronomy... In short, this is a general portrait of Ghana that will ensure that would-be travelers don't arrive knowing nothing about the destination... and perhaps even inspire them!
The 12 keywords au Ghana
Sea baths
As opposed to river bathing, which is not recommended due to bilharzia (a parasitic disease), the good news is that on the ocean side, the beaches are clean and there are many recommendable spots, such as Fetteh (Winneba). If the ambient heat invites you to go for a swim, be careful: the sea can be dangerous.
Business
All Ghanaians would love to do it. All over the country, they're there, ready to negotiate prices, for their friends, for themselves, to arrange for a tourist... In short, to do business. In this field, the ultimate goal for Ghanaians is to import and export in order to earn foreign currency and a lot of money.
Chop
Chop(chop-chop or chop-restaurant) is an expression used to designate small maquis where ready-made food is available to the customer. Chop literally means "to gobble". It's more about filling the stomach than enjoying a good meal. The word could refer to the French expression "casser la croûte".
Currency
A single motto to remember: "Freedom and Justice". Ghanaians often come up to tourists and proclaim how free their country is, and how you can do anything. Ghanaians are very proud of their homeland. The national flag can be seen everywhere, especially in Accra on the main roads.
Elephant
One of the largest populations of pachyderms in West Africa can be found in the north of the country, in the Mole National Park. Thriving among antelopes, warthogs and monkeys such as vervets and patas, some 300 savannah elephants attract the curious all year round!
Highlife
Highlife is based on traditional rhythms mixed with more modern guitar and bass sounds. This typically Ghanaian music is also the most popular, and people listen to it all day long, even if more modern, electronic sounds are gaining ground, particularly among Ghanaian youth.
Kotoko
Fabruos! is the winning cry of the fans of the Ashanti soccer team from Kumasi, known as Kotoko. Ghanaians are completely crazy about soccer. On the cabs, red and white are the colors symbolizing the Kotoko fans. While red, blue and yellow are the colors of Hearts, their opponents in the capital.
Nana
Nana refers to the descendant of a chief's family. In some parts of Ghana, it is also an honorary title given by the inhabitants of a village to a person involved in its development. The Jamaican Rita Marley, for example, became a Nana almost as respected as a traditional chief, thanks to her donations to the Aburi community.
Night clubs
Night clubs, spelled Ghanaian-style, are the place to be for young people in Accra and other urban areas of Ghana. The sound systems crank up the decibels, and the music lasts until the wee hours of the morning - on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights every week! On the menu: hip-hop, highlife, afro and reggae!
Obroni
Obroni is a generic term for white people, or anyone with neither of their parents being black. In the Volta region, Yovo will also be a common terminological alternative. But White Man is more generally understood. Note that mixed-race people are also considered obroni.
Gold
Although "Côte d'Or" was once the name of the country, today it's hard to find any trace of this glorious past. Events such as the Ogua Fetu Afahye (Cape Coast) and the Asantehene (Kumasi) keep this heritage alive, and a few gold mines remain (Tarkwa and Obuasi), but visiting them is almost impossible.
Pure water
It's impossible to travel in Ghana without hearing dozens and dozens of times a day, street vendors, often young women, shouting " pure wata ". These are 25 cl plastic sachets containing water. This water is supposed to have been treated against bacteria, but quality varies between brands.
You are from here, if...
You are as respectful as possible of the rules. Politeness, rules of the road, various regulations... These codes strongly govern Ghanaian society, and people are very attentive to the behavior of foreigners. Show your best side - you're representing an entire country (your own)!
You don't photograph people without their prior consent.
When visiting a village, you ask to meet the chief. It's customary to pay your respects to traditional bodies. This way, you win the favor of the whole village.
You don't smoke. Very few people smoke, and you know that if you do, you'll meet with general disapproval. If you are a smoker, smoke outside, making sure you don't inconvenience anyone.
You don't hesitate to haggle when given a price in markets, cabs and street vendors. Apart from fixed prices (hotels, restaurants or stores), foreigners are often offered much higher prices.
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