There are a handful of Ghanaian tour companies which have websites, from which I chose Jolinaiko Eco Tours.
I had a good experience with Jolinako Eco Tours and can recommend them without hesitation.
I’ve also heard good things about the Easy Track tour company from posters on Lonely Planet’s Thorn Tree Ghana branch. Easy Track also does home stays and a host of business services. One thing that Easy Track offers that I haven’t seen any other Ghanaian tour company advertise is the ability to pay with a credit card or by PayPal, a huge convenience.
The cost for the car and driver was very reasonable. Prices change, so check the tour company’s website. (Don’t forget to budget a tip for your driver, as it’s not included in the price of the tour. See Tipping in Ghana.) Also, because I had the company of a Ghanaian driver all day long, I could ask any kind of cultural questions I wanted. It was like having a personal cultural ambassador for the duration of the trip, a huge advantage if you travel alone like I do.
Thanks for mentioning Easy Track Ghana, Marie! Sorry that we did not get to host you, but we know that Jolinaiko Eco Tours also does a wonderful job showing the culture of Ghana.
We love your blog so much. I hope you do not mind if we put a link to it on our Easy Track site:
http://easytrackghana.com/Travel_Information_Ghana/blogs.htm
Thanks for your wonderful words about Ghana. I am certain that many people will read of your adventures and want to see Ghana with their own eyes.
Come back and visit again soon!
Regards,
Steve Wilson
Easy Track Ghana, Ltd.
http://www.easytrackghana.com