Car rental in Ghana is no different from anywhere else. There are a variety of cars to choose from while in Ghana.

When you hire a car, it is better to let a chauffer drive you around. Not just because of some poor road signage and road conditions but also to give you a free mind to admire the country. More so, it is possible to use a “self-drive” option if you meet certain criteria.

Drivers should not only possess a valid international driver’s license but also the appropriate insurance.

If you intend to visit a number of countries in the region, bring along your own vehicle if it will be more convenient. Or get adventurous, travel by bus, rail, and taxi or by the famous Ghanaian "tro-tro".

To enter Ghana by land, there are three main entry points: Aflao entry point between Ghana and togo to the east, Paga entry route between Ghana and Burkina Faso to the north and Elubo entry point between Ghana and Cote d’Ivoire to the west. These points are being watched both the Ghana customs excise and preventive service and the Ghana immigration service.

Ghana is linked by the pan African highway along the coast to Lagos (Nigeria), Lome (Togo) Cotonou (Benin) and Abidjan. The best federal road route from Abidjan (Cote d’Ivoire) runs inland through kumasi. Other main entrances are in good condition. The road networks in Ghana are motorable despite some potholes between Kumasi and Tamale.

Most car rental companies provide drivers for their customers; sometimes however, the customer needs to provide meals and accommodation for the driver on the trip. Due to poor signage of some roads and the tourist’s unfamiliarity with the road, it is not advisable to rent a "self-drive" car.

A four wheel drive is highly recommended for rural tours, do everything to avoid night trips.

A bus service to 57 destinations in Ghana is provided by the state transport company (STC). These buses are maintained periodically with refresher courses for its drivers. With this service you can reach all ten regional capitals without spending much time.

There other private companies providing bus services to the regional capitals and neighbouring countries. Tickets are either purchased in advance or on the spot at the various service stations

To move around in any metropolis, get adventurous, join the “tro-tro”. These are 15-38 seater mini vans that move to and fro in any metropolis. Though very cheap, it is time consuming as it stops at every point that a passenger reaches his destination. These mini vans come in various colours and models usually with spiritual inscriptions such as “who Jah bless”, “Ewurade Kasa” meaning lord speak on them.

For convenience, catch a taxi to any destination. They are mostly red and yellow saloon cars. They are also very cheap.

You could charter the taxi to different destinations; in this case you will have the whole cab to yourself. In this circumstance, a passenger is advised to make a proper bargain before boarding the taxi.

You could have the taxi drop you at a particular destination “dropping”. A passenger is again advised to agree on a destination and the fare before boarding the taxi. Once again you’ll have the whole cab to yourself.

The last taxi errand is where it runs from station to station. In this case however, a fixed rate and destination is already established. The car will be occupied by all five passengers including the driver.

The only ferry that runs the Volta Lake (the largest artificial lake in the world) is the Yapei Queen. The ferry normally conveys foodstuffs, especially yams from the north, Yeji, to the south, Akosombo. It also carries people and cattle. It has three first class cabins which is more comfortable and costs almost US$22 for a trip. Modern facilities like air conditioner, shower and toilet are available but shared with the crew and still in clean and tidy condition.

To feel the comfort among the crowd you need to book a berth by calling the ferry company in the tourist office of Accra which Ourghana.com does on request.

The ferry leaves akosombo usually on Monday and reaches Yeju after 24 hours.

Come on; explore the leisure and the scenery of the Volta Lake and who knows you could get lucky to visit the captain’s bridge. Meet some of the most hospitable people on earth, the friendly faces of the crew.

Railways: total: 953 km (undergoing major rehabilitation) Narrow gauge: 953 km 1.067-m gauge (32 km double track)(1997 est.)

Highways: total: 39,409 km Paved: 11,653 km (including 30 km of expressways)

Unpaved: 27,756 km (1997)

Waterways: 1,293 km Note: Volta, Ankobra, and Tano Rivers provide 168 km of perennial navigation for launches and lighters; Lake Volta provides 1,125 km of arterial and feeder waterways.

Pipelines: 0 km

Ports and harhours: Takoradi, Tema

Merchant: total: 6 ships (1,000 GRT or over) totaling

Marine: 13,484 GRT/18,583 DWT Ships by type: petroleum tanker 2, refrigerated cargo 4 (2000 est.)

Airport: 12 (2000 est.) Airport- with paved runways: total 6
2,438 to 3,047 m: 1
1,524 to 2,437 m: 3
914 to 1,523 m: 2 (2000 est.)
Airport- With Unpaved Runways: total: 6
1,524 to 2,437 m: 1
914 to 1,523 m: 3
Under 914 m: 2 (2000est.)