Guides

Ghana Travel & Car Hire Guides

Planning a trip to Ghana from the UK or US? These guides cover what car hire really costs, how to get out of the airport calmly, the paperwork for driving yourself, and the classic road trips. Every price and fact is taken from a published source and dated, so you know how fresh it is.

Airport

Accra (Kotoka) International Airport Arrival & Pickup Guide

Landing at Accra (Kotoka) International Airport? How arrivals work, how to meet your driver safely, and transfer prices. Checked Oct 2026.

Road trips

Accra to Cape Coast Road Trip: Route, Timings, Stops & Car Hire

Plan an Accra to Cape Coast road trip: 165 km, 2.5–3.5 hours, Kasoa traffic tips, castles, Kakum and car hire prices. Checked Oct 2026.

Road trips

Accra to Kumasi Road Trip: The N6 Route, Rest Stops & Car Hire

Driving from Accra to Kumasi? About 250 km on the N6, 4–6 hours. Rest stops, safety tips, flights versus driving, and car hire costs.

Safety

How to Avoid Car Hire Scams in Ghana

Fake drivers, deposit scams and hidden charges: how to spot car hire scams in Ghana and book safely. Official advice included.

Pricing

How Much Does Car Hire Cost in Accra? A 2026 Price Guide

What car hire really costs in Accra: KAYAK averages, chauffeur day rates and local firm prices, with sources. Checked October 2026.

Cities

Car Hire in Kumasi and Takoradi: A Practical Guide

Hiring a car in Kumasi or Takoradi? Local firms, published prices, airports, day trips and safety advice, all sourced. Checked October 2026.

Seasonal

Detty December Transport Guide: Getting Around Accra in Peak Season

Planning Detty December in Accra? Surge pricing, traffic, chauffeur prices and booking timelines, with sources. Checked Oct 2026.

Rules

Driving in Ghana with a UK or US Licence: Rules, IDP & Insurance

Can you drive in Ghana on a UK or US licence? The IDP rules, the 90-day limit, insurance and checkpoint tips, from official sources.

Planning

Self-Drive or Chauffeur in Ghana? How to Choose

Should you drive yourself in Ghana or hire a driver? Costs, safety advice from the FCDO and US State Dept, and who each option suits.

Weddings

Wedding Cars in Ghana: Convoys, Prices and How to Book from Abroad

Planning a Ghana wedding from the UK or US? Real wedding car prices, convoy planning, booking lead times and questions to ask. Checked Oct 2026.