Major city · Ghana
Nzulezo
Spend a half‑day in Nzulezo; reach by canoe from Beyin (15‑20 min) and explore the stilt village, then return.
Nzulezo is a remote stilt village on the Amansuri wetland in western Ghana. The only access is a short motor‑canoe ride from Beyin (15‑20 min). One half‑day is enough to see the village, meet locals and buy souvenirs; stay overnight only if you want a quiet night on the water.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- GHS
- Best months
- Nov–Mar (dry season, cooler temperatures)
- avoid Apr–Oct (rainy season, swampy roads)
- Airport
- TKD
- Nights
- 0
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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 Nzulezo191 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Nzulezo, 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
- SafetyNzulezo is low‑risk; main concerns are water safety (life jackets) and respecting photography rules.
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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.
- AirportTKD Takoradi Airport (About 90 km (56 mi) east; taxi or 4WD to Beyin then canoe.).TKD Takoradi Airport (About 56 mi (90 km) east; taxi or 4WD to Beyin then canoe.).
- Getting aroundOnly by motorised canoe from Beyin (15‑20 min).
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
- TKD Takoradi Airport (About 90 km (56 mi) east; taxi or 4WD to Beyin then canoe.)TKD Takoradi Airport (About 56 mi (90 km) east; taxi or 4WD to Beyin then canoe.)
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
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Dec
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Best: Nov–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest May (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Nov (21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Nzulezo: 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)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
6 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
May
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
10 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
11 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8 rd
Nov
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
6 rd
Dec
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
5 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
Only by motorised canoe from Beyin (15‑20 min). No roads reach the village itself.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Beyin town
goDoor to door: ≈ 30 min total
Canoe back to Beyin, then trotro or 4WD to Takoradi
Beyin offers restaurants, shops and further transport.
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.
Floating Villa Hotel
Guesthouse on the water canal, basic rooms, electricity and bar.
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
- GHS 20–30 excl. bed
- Mid
- GHS 30–45 excl. bed
- High
- GHS 45+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Floating Villa Guesthouse1 × 1 night × GHS 30 | GHS 30 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × GHS 20 | GHS 20 |
| Canoe ticket round‑trip1 × GHS 50 · official price Dec 2024 | GHS 50 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | GHS 10 |
| Trip total≈ GHS 110 per person per day, bed included | GHS 110 |
basic room, electricity
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Canoe ticket (round‑trip)official price Dec 2024 | GHS 50 |
| Mini‑canoe souvenircheck | GHS 20–30 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Canoe ticket costs 50 GHS (Dec 2024); buy at the office in Beyin.
- Life jackets are provided; keep them on while on the water.
- Photography of people requires permission from the guide.
- Voluntary donations are requested for the local school.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 191
- Fire
- 192
- Ambulance
- 193
Pocket card
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My bed tonight
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Mepɛ sɛ me kɔ haTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police191
- Fire192
- Ambulance193
Embassy
US consulate in Accra; other embassies in Accra.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Beyin → Nzulezo canoe: about GHS 50 round‑trip (check)
- Takoradi → Beyin trotro: ≈ GHS 30–40, 2 h (check)
Say or show
- Maakye — Hello / Good morning (ma‑kye)
- Ɛhe na ɛwɔ? — How much is this? (eh‑he na e‑wo?)
- Mɛtumi de foto no? — Can I take a photo? (me‑tu‑mi de fo‑to no?)
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 Nzulezo. 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 (dry season, cooler temperatures) · avoid Apr–Oct (rainy season, swampy roads) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Canoe ticket (50 GHS) → Floating Villa Hotel → optional night in Beyin.
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