Accra Beaches
"One should beware of our beaches. They are very seductive, but quite rough and they often take people out, never to return. The best swimmers should take heed to this warning.
Labadi Beach- A meat market. A place where a lot of Europeans and prostitutes hang out. Not a family environment.
Coco Beach- Much nicer, but not really picturesque, as it is sometimes un-kept, though a much nicer vibe with plenty of friendly brethren.
Kokrobite Beach- Within Accra, but a good hour from the city, not long after the barrier leaving Accra, heading to Cape Coast. A wonderful beach with a nice back-drop. The water is rough, but most of our beaches are rough. It is located in a sea-side village which stretches for about 2 miles with many different beaches going along. They all have their own vibe and you are sure to find your preference."
Cape Coast Beaches
"Anomabo Beach Resort- About 20 minutes before reaching Cape Coast you will pass a village called Anomabo, there you will find another beautiful beach, equipped a restaurant (continental) and lodging (camping and nice cabins). Yet and still, it is owned and frequented by mostly Europeans.
One Africa Beach Resort- Not a swimming beach, really it is a quaint resort on a beach with plenty rocks, but a most meditative atmosphere. Owned and operated by African American repatriates (15 years in the land), who also have a wonderful mini museum in their house. Located within Cape Coast, about 5 miles past town."
Takoradi Beaches
Busia Beach Resort- By far, the best beach I have been to in Ghana. The picture above was taken one early rise at this beach. The water here is actually sedate and most inviting. The beach stretches for miles and isn't littered with trash or excess people, partly because it is quite far. You have to make the effort to go there, but it's worth it. There are many more beaches in the general area which are also very nice, but this is my preference.
Volta:Wli Water Falls
My favorite region in the whole of Ghana is the Volta. The Volta is good for so many things starting with the magnificent falls that you see in the above picture. Wli Water Falls is located 45 minutes from Ho Hoe town, in the Volta. Once you arrive to the place to disembark, you must prepare for a 45 minute walk, through an awesome rain forest on a beaten path. What you see when you get there will certainly make you think of the Creator.
Mole National Park
Ghana has a safari, however you must plan well before you will fit this journey into your schedule. It really requires a reliable 4x4 to make this journey, as it is more than 8 hours from Accra and the roads can often be rough. The distance makes it very hard for most tourist to get to this place, but if the time allows, it is worth it. Indeed you will see many beautiful animals in their natural habitat. Lions have been sighted, but not very often. |
