Major city · Ghana
Savelugu
One day is enough to see the palace, market and a meal; arrive from Tamale in the morning and leave by evening.
Savelugu is a small town in the Volta Basin, 25 km north of Tamale. Its main attractions are the Yoo Naa Palace, the central market and local eateries. A single day covers the highlights, with transport by mini‑taxi or tricycle.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- GHS
- Best months
- Nov–Mar (dry season)
- avoid Jun–Oct (heavy rains)
- Airport
- TML
- Nights
- 0
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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- 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 Savelugu191 ▾
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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 Savelugu, 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
- SafetyGenerally safe for day visitors; keep an eye on traffic, especially on Motorking vehicles.
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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.
- AirportTML Tamale Airport (Domestic flights; about 30 km (19 mi) to Savelugu).TML Tamale Airport (Domestic flights; about 19 mi (30 km) to Savelugu).
- Getting aroundMini‑taxis and Yellow‑Yellow tricycles are the cheapest options; a ride across town costs a few cedis and takes 5–10 min.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealSnack at Africa Food JointGHS 2–5
- Budget bedGuest‑house single room (Yobarigu Guest House), a night, per roomGHS 30
- Mid-range bedGuest‑house single room (Yobarigu Guest House), a night, per roomGHS 50
- High-end bedGuest‑house single room (Yobarigu Guest House), a night, per roomGHS 70
A day, not counting the bed: Budget GHS 30 · Mid GHS 55 · High GHS 80
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
- TML Tamale Airport (Domestic flights; about 30 km (19 mi) to Savelugu)TML Tamale Airport (Domestic flights; about 19 mi (30 km) to Savelugu)
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
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Mar
Best
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Apr
not flagged
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
May
not flagged
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jun
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jul
Avoid
37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)
Aug
Avoid
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Sep
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Oct
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Best: Nov–Mar. Avoid: Jun–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest May (38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)), coolest Dec (19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C) low), wettest Aug (6 rain days), driest Mar (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Savelugu: 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)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Feb
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Mar
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
1 rd
Apr
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
1 rd
May
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
1 rd
Jun
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
3 rd
Jul
37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
5 rd
Aug
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
6 rd
Sep
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
4 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
1 rd
Dec
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°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
Mini‑taxis and Yellow‑Yellow tricycles are the cheapest options; a ride across town costs a few cedis and takes 5–10 min.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 1 h
Mini‑taxi, 30–45 min
Regional capital with markets, cultural centre and airport connections.
Door to door: About 2.5 h
Mini‑taxi via Tamale, about 2 h
Home of the Ya‑Na palace; check road conditions before setting out.
Door to door: About 2 h
Mini‑taxi or bus, about 1.5 h
Painted houses and basket weavers; best as a day trip from Savelugu.
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.
Yobarigu Guest House
Basic guest house behind Highway View Restaurant
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 30–45 excl. bed (check)
- Mid
- GHS 45–70 excl. bed (check)
- High
- GHS 70+ excl. bed (check)
Trip budget
| Guest‑house single room (Yobarigu Guest House)1 × 1 night × GHS 30 | GHS 30 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × GHS 30 | GHS 30 |
| Mini‑taxi Tamale → Savelugu, one way1 × GHS 8 · check | GHS 8 |
| Yellow‑Yellow tricycle, one ride within town1 × GHS 2 · check | GHS 2 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | GHS 7 |
| Trip total≈ GHS 77 per person per day, bed included | GHS 77 |
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2026 estimate in GHS; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Meal at Happy Yourself (Hajia Abu) Food Complex | GHS 5–10 |
| Snack at Africa Food Joint | GHS 2–5 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Motorking tricycles carry goods and are risky for passengers.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 191
- Fire
- 192
- Ambulance
- 193
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Kɔ address yi, mepɛTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police191
- Fire192
- Ambulance193
Embassy
US embassy in Accra; contact for consular assistance.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Mini‑taxi Tamale → Savelugu: about GHS 8 per person, 30–45 min (check)
- Yellow‑Yellow tricycle within town: about GHS 2 per ride
Say or show
- Mepa wo kyɛw — Excuse me / Sorry (meh-pah woh kyeh)
- Meda wo ase — Thank you (meh-dah woh ah-seh)
- Ɛhe na ɛyɛ? — How much is this? (eh-heh nah eh-yeh)
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 Savelugu. 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) · avoid Jun–Oct (heavy rains) · 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
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 1 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Savelugu
- secondaryWikivoyage: Savelugu, revision 5338925 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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