Beaches of Ghana

LABADI PLEASURE BEACH
This public beach is located in La, at the western edge of Accra. It has a three-km beach front that offers wide variety of activities. The beach is blessed with strong winds. The wide expanse of this sandy beach is right for Frisbee, football and beach volleyball. Changing-room facilities, restaurants, snack bars and shower rooms are plentiful on the beach.

There is an entrance fee for getting into this beach. Entertainment by musicians, performers and acrobats take place here regularly and there are always vendors selling crafts.

KOKROBITE
Kokrobite is a funky beach town well suited to all beach lovers who feel like something different with lots of variety. It is a home for all reggae lovers and Rastafarians as well, so it can have more of a party atmosphere than other beaches outside of Accra.

Located about 27km west of Accra, Kokrobite beach is a popular destination for beach lovers seeking a beach getaway. Due to the proximity of Accra, beaches in this area can be very dirty, so be certain to choose wisely.

One of our favorite activities here is to arrange a bonfire celebration at night, complete with drumming, singing and dancing.

ADA BEACH
One hundred km east of Accra is Ada Beach. This coastal beach town is located at the estuary of the Volta River. It is an area of great scenic beauty. Its extensive sand bars have become nesting grounds for sea birds and endangered species of marine turtles.

This is a perfect haven for skiing, fishing and other water sports. The beach also has a marina nearby, perfect for yachting.

The beaches east of Accra are typically less visited by tourists, so you are less likely to encounter requests for “tips” and more likely to be able to have an authentic social interaction with locals.

COCOLOCO BEACH
Cocoloco beach is a breeding ground for sea turtles, as well as a sanctuary for estuarine birds. Near Ada, the Cocoloco Beach is also located east of Accra, where the Volta River empties into the Atlantic Ocean. This beach is a perfect destination for beach combers and nature lovers wanting basic accommodations.

FETE
About an hour west of Accra you will find a fantastic beach that is rarely visited. This town, perched on a hillside, slopes down to two lovely sandy beaches. Located nearby is the fishing village of Senya Beraku, which is home to one of our less visited smaller forts, the Fort of Good Hope.

This is the closest beach to Accra that is suitable for surfing.

BRENU BEACH to AMPENI POINT
Sadly, most beaches from Cape Coast to Elmina have succumbed to erosion and have been lined by a large seawall of boulders. Most of the remaining beaches in the Cape-Coast-Elmina area tend to be quite rocky. Thus, the best beach experience is further west of Elmina between Brenu Beach and Ampeni Point. These places are further from the main road and the access roads can be in poor condition. But you will be rewarded with beautiful, clean, sandy beaches in scenic remote locations. The beach stretches for miles and isn't littered with trash or excess people. You are mostly alone enjoying the tranquility. If you want beach relaxation at a moderate price, this area will soothe your spirit.

BUSUA BEACH
Busua Beach is located on several acres of wide sandy beaches about 45 kms west of the port city of Takoradi in Ghana's Western Region, about a 5.5 hour drive from Accra. This is a popular destination for visitors and boasts a number of resorts of various styles. Surfing is a popular pastime here, with a number of surfing shops.

Busua beach is a wonderful place to be, with its night cool breeze and accommodating atmosphere. The water here is serene and most inviting. This is a fun environment with one of the best beaches in the Western Region.

AXIM to BEYIN
Ankobra Beach and Awangazule Beach are spectacular beaches located near the coastal village of Axim, a couple hours west of Takoradi. From Axim west to Beyin are a number of resorts for enjoying fantastic beaches. If relaxing in solitude on a clean, uncrowded palm lined beach is your idea of a good holiday, it is difficult to find a better location. While more of an effort, it is well worth the visit.