Ghana offers a rich tapestry of culture, history, and natural beauty on West Africa's Gold Coast. From the historic slave castles of Cape Coast to the vibrant markets of Accra and the wildlife of Mole National Park, Ghana welcomes visitors with warm hospitality and diverse experiences. This English-speaking nation combines beaches, rainforests, and centuries of fascinating heritage.
Family activities
Engaging experiences for travellers of every age.
Kakum National Park Canopy Walkway
Walk suspended bridges 40 meters above the rainforest canopy — Ghana's most thrilling family activity. Children ages 6 and above can manage the walkway with parental supervision. The forest ecology tour before the walkway adds educational value.
Duration: 3-4 hours
Labadi Beach Horseback Riding and Sandcastles
Accra's most popular beach offers horseback riding along the shoreline, beach football, sandcastle building, and live music. The lively atmosphere is perfect for families, with food vendors, shade umbrellas, and friendly atmosphere.
Duration: 2-4 hours
Mole National Park Walking Safari
Walk on foot with an armed ranger to observe wild elephants drinking at watering holes — a genuinely extraordinary wildlife encounter that older children find unforgettable. An educational experience combining natural history with mild adventure.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Wli Waterfalls Lower Falls Hike
A manageable forest hike to Ghana's highest waterfall with swimming at the natural pool beneath. Children love the fruit bat colony in the caves behind the falls and the cool swimming spot at the base.
Duration: 3 hours
Aburi Botanical Gardens Picnic
The tranquil 64-hectare gardens in Aburi's cool hills are perfect for family picnics with towering trees, ornamental plants, and wide lawns. Children enjoy the freedom to run and explore, while parents appreciate the shade and peaceful atmosphere.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Paga Crocodile Pond
Touch live Nile crocodiles at the sacred Paga ponds — an experience children find extraordinary and unforgettable. The guided interaction is safe and controlled, creating a unique wildlife encounter that older children in particular will remember for life.
Duration: 1-2 hours
Bojo Beach Day
The short canoe ride to reach Bojo's secluded beach creates adventure even before arriving. Calm protected waters are safer for young swimmers than open Atlantic beaches, and the resort provides sunbeds, a restaurant, and a peaceful environment.
Duration: Half day
Family-friendly hotels
Accommodation designed with families in mind.
Labadi Beach Hotel
Ghana's best family beach resort with direct Atlantic access, large pool complex, multiple restaurants, and children-friendly facilities. Spacious rooms with balconies, in-room entertainment, and extensive hotel grounds make extended family stays comfortable.
Family features: Multiple pools including children's pool, direct beach access, multiple restaurants with varied menus, spacious rooms and family suites
Royal Senchi Resort
Exceptional family resort on the Volta River with spacious villas, extensive grounds, and activities including boat tours, golf, and nature walks. The peaceful riverside setting 90 minutes from Accra provides a genuine resort escape.
Family features: Volta River boat tours, golf course, nature trails, multiple pools, spacious family villas, organic farm-to-table restaurant
African Regent Hotel
Comfortable mid-range hotel in Airport Residential Area with family rooms, rooftop pool, and reliable power backup. Safe neighborhood, easy Uber access, and consistent service make it a practical family base in Accra.
Family features: Family connecting rooms available, rooftop pool, restaurant with children's options, airport shuttle, reliable generator backup
Coconut Grove Beach Resort
Beachfront resort in Cape Coast offering an excellent base for visiting slave castles and Kakum National Park. Comfortable bungalows, pool, and beach access make the Cape Coast circuit easy to manage with children.
Family features: Beach access, pool, tour desk for castle and Kakum bookings, family bungalows, seafood restaurant
Dining with kids
Eating out as a family.
Papaye Fast Food (multiple Accra locations, 24 hours) is Ghana's most family-friendly quick service restaurant with familiar formats and clean facilities
International chain options (KFC, Burger King, Pizza Hut) are available in Accra Mall and Airport City for days when children need familiarity
Ghanaian jollof rice and fried plantain (kelewele) are generally crowd-pleasers with children — introduce them as fun foods with storytelling about Ghanaian culture
Always carry bottled water for children — dehydration in Ghana's heat happens faster than expected, especially for younger children
Pack familiar snacks for long drives — finding child-appropriate snack food outside Accra can be challenging
Family travel tips
Practical advice for stress-free family trips.
Schedule activities for mornings only (8 AM - 1 PM) — the afternoon heat is too intense for most young children
Use Uber or hire a private driver for all family travel — tro-tros are not practical with children and luggage
Ensure all children are on appropriate malaria prophylaxis — consult a pediatric travel clinic before departure
Bring a baby carrier rather than a stroller — Ghanaian streets and paths are not stroller-friendly outside hotels