✈️ Before You Travel
- Entry Requirements (as of recent updates):
- Vaccination Proof may be required (check current updates before travel).
- COVID-19 testing protocols have eased, but always confirm via Ghana’s official health or immigration sites.
- Travel insurance with COVID coverage is recommended.
📋 Pack Essentials
- Masks (still required in some areas)
- Hand sanitizer/wipes
- Reusable water bottle
- Digital copies of health/vaccine documents
- Insect repellent + sunscreen
🏝️ Top Places to Visit in Ghana (Great for COVID-Safe Travel)
1. Cape Coast & Elmina
- Visit the Cape Coast Castle and Elmina Castle, key sites in West African history.
- Explore quiet beaches like Brenu Beach or Anomabo Beach (low crowds, perfect for distancing).
2. Kakum National Park
- Walk the canopy walkway above the forest for incredible views.
- Great outdoor activity with fresh air and natural spacing from others.
3. Volta Region
- Visit Wli Waterfalls (Ghana’s tallest), Mount Afadja (Afadjato) hikes, and Lake Volta boat rides.
- Fewer tourists = a calm, COVID-safe experience.
4. Accra
- While Accra is bustling, you can still explore it safely:
- Open-air markets (Makola Market)
- Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum
- Chill at Labadi Beach (best on weekdays for fewer crowds)
- Enjoy rooftop dining spots with airflow and spacing
5. Ada Foah
- A quiet beach town near Accra where the Volta River meets the ocean.
- Great for relaxing, kayaking, or staying in riverfront lodges.
6. Northern Ghana (Mole National Park)
- Go on a safari adventure to see elephants and other wildlife.
- Stay at eco-lodges with outdoor dining and minimal contact.
🏨 Safe Accommodation Tips
- Choose hotels or guesthouses with clear sanitation protocols.
- Consider eco-lodges, private villas, or Airbnb-style stays.
- Ask about mask rules, ventilation, and cleaning procedures in advance.
💡 Pro Tips
- Stay outdoors as much as possible.
- Avoid overly crowded tourist sites or peak hours.
- Use local guides for safer and more enriching experiences.
- Support small, local businesses for a more authentic trip.