Territory capital · Ghana
Keta
Spend 1–2 days in Keta: see the lagoon, Fort Prinzenstein and the lighthouse; stay near the water.
Keta is a small coastal town on a sandbar between the Keta Lagoon and the Gulf of Guinea. Its main attractions are the historic Fort Prinzenstein, the Keta Lagoon wetland and the Cape St. Paul lighthouse. A short stay lets you explore the lagoon boardwalks and the fort without long travel times.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- GHS
- Best months
- Nov–Mar
- avoid Jun–Oct (heavy rains, higher flood risk)
- Airport
- Kotoka (ACC)
- Nights
- 1
Not a trip line yet
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- West Africa ↗Cross land borders and drive between cities in daylight only; plan each crossing as a full travel day with cash for fees and passport copies for checkpoints.
- Ghana ↗Check visa and entry rules for your passport with the Ghana Immigration Service or a Ghanaian mission before booking; many nationalities need a visa in advance.
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Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Keta191 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Keta, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Ghanaian cedi (GHS, GH₵).Ghana-wide
- SIM or eSIMMTN has the widest coverage, with Telecel (ex-Vodafone) and AT as alternatives…Ghana-wide
- Tap waterNot safe from the tap.Ghana-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is added.Ghana-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets D/G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Ghana-wide
- SafetyKeta is generally safe for day visitors; stay in well‑lit areas after dark and watch for sudden tide changes.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and restaurants; public toilets charge a few cedis.Ghana-wide
- Emergency numbers191 police · 192 fire · 193 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysSunday mornings are for church and many shops open late; offices close on public holidays.Ghana-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportACC Kotoka International Airport (Accra) (about 2 h drive north; main gateway to Ghana).
- Getting aroundWalk or use local tro‑tro minibuses; taxis are available but may be scarce after dark.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealStreet food (e.g., grilled fish)GH₵5–10
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (within town)GH₵8–12
- Budget bedGuesthouse room, a night, per personGHS 150
A day, not counting the bed: Budget GHS 2,500 · Mid GHS 4,000 · High GHS 6,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- ACC Kotoka International Airport (Accra) (about 2 h drive north; main gateway to Ghana)
Map of Keta
Where it is, and the guides within about 120 km.
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Nov–Mar. Avoid: Jun–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C) low), wettest Jul (10 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Keta: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
2 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
2 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
3 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
4 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
6 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
9 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
10 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
9 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
7 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
4 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
2 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk or use local tro‑tro minibuses; taxis are available but may be scarce after dark.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Ada Foah
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Tro‑tro north along the coast, about 45 min
Sandbars and turtle nesting sites.
Cape St. Paul Lighthouse
goDoor to door: ≈20 min total
Walk or short taxi from town centre, 10 min
Oldest lighthouse in Ghana.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Keta Lagoon Resorts & Tours
Resort on walkways over the lagoon; basic rooms.
Tsisa Guest House
Air‑conditioned or fan rooms, bar; behind the government hospital.
Lagoon View Guest House
Bar/lounge; close to the lagoon.
Keta Lagoon Resort
Restaurant and bar; on Vodza Old Rd.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- GH₵30–45 excl. bed
- Mid
- GH₵45–80 excl. bed
- High
- GH₵80+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room1 × 1 night × GHS 250 | GHS 250 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × GHS 4,000 | GHS 4,000 |
| Tro‑tro ride from Accra (round‑trip)1 × GHS 120 · check | GHS 120 |
| Lagoon boat tour (1 h)1 × GHS 80 · check | GHS 80 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | GHS 450 |
| Trip total≈ GHS 4,900 per person per day, bed included | GHS 4,900 |
Typical rate for Tsisa Guest House.
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Street food (e.g., grilled fish) | GH₵5–10 |
| Bottled water (500 ml) | GH₵2–3 |
| Taxi (within town) | GH₵8–12 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Coastal erosion can change beach access; check local conditions.
- High tide can limit lagoon boardwalk access; plan visits around tide tables.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 191
- Fire
- 192
- Ambulance
- 193
- General
- 112
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Mepa wo kyɛw, kɔ haTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police191
- Fire192
- Ambulance193
Embassy
US embassy in Accra; other consulates in Accra.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Accra → Keta (tro‑tro): about GH₵120 one way (check)
- Keta town taxi: GH₵8–12 for short trips
Say or show
- Meda wo kyɛw — Excuse me / Sorry (meh-dah woh cheh)
- Meda wo ase — Thank you (meh-dah woh ah-seh)
- Ɛhe na ɛkɔ? — How much is it? (eh-heh nah eh-koh?)
- Wɔhe na asɔre no wɔ? — Where is the toilet? (woh-heh nah ah-soh-reh noh woh?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Keta. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Mar · avoid Jun–Oct (heavy rains, higher flood risk) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 4 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add ferry schedule info for lagoon boat tours (check local operators).
- Map walking routes between fort, lagoon boardwalks and lighthouse.
Sources
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