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Ada Foah
Spend 1–2 days in Ada Foah for sandbars, turtle walks and nearby forts; a single day works if you focus on the lagoon and beach.
Ada Foah sits at the Volta River estuary on the Ghanaian Coastal Plain. Its main draws are the Songor Lagoon sandbars, sea‑turtle walks and nearby historic forts. A day covers the lagoon and beach; add a night for a relaxed resort stay or to visit Fort Prinzenstein.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- GHS
- Best months
- Nov–Mar
- avoid Jun–Oct (heavy rains)
- Airport
- ACC
- Nights
- 1–2
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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
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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
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Ada Foah191 ▾
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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 Ada Foah, 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
- SafetyAda Foah is generally safe during daylight; stay in groups after dark and watch tide changes.
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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.
- AirportACC Kotoka International Airport (About 100 km (62 mi) east via N1 road, 2 h drive).ACC Kotoka International Airport (About 62 mi (100 km) east via N1 road, 2 h drive).
- Getting aroundTake a tro‑tro or taxi on the N1 highway; local motorbikes are common for short trips to the lagoon or forts.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (10 km (6.2 mi))Taxi (6.2 mi (10 km))GH₵30–45
- Budget bedGuesthouse double room, a night, per roomGHS 120
- Mid-range bedResort room (double), a night, per roomGHS 350
- High-end bedResort room (double), a night, per roomGHS 600
A day, not counting the bed: Budget GHS 80 · Mid GHS 150 · High GHS 300
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
- ACC Kotoka International Airport (About 100 km (62 mi) east via N1 road, 2 h drive)ACC Kotoka International Airport (About 62 mi (100 km) east via N1 road, 2 h drive)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Feb
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Mar
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Aug
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Best: Nov–Mar. Avoid: Jun–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest Mar (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C) low), wettest Jul (14 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ada Foah: 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
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
2 rd
Feb
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
2 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
3 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
5 rd
May
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
7 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Jul
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
5 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
3 rd
Dec
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°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
Take a tro‑tro or taxi on the N1 highway; local motorbikes are common for short trips to the lagoon or forts.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Songor Lagoon Protected Area
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Taxi or tro‑tro east on N1, about 15 min; walk to lagoon entrance
Guided turtle walks and bird‑watching; check tide schedule.
Fort Prinzenstein, Keta
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Drive east on N1 to Keta, about 30 min; walk to fort
Danish fort, open 06:00–18:00; small entry fee may apply.Danish fort, open 6:00 AM–6:00 PM; small entry fee may apply.
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.
Aqua Safari Resort
Riverfront resort with pools, water‑park and dining; 10 km (6.2 mi) north of AdaRiverfront resort with pools, water‑park and dining; 6.2 mi (10 km) north of Ada
Treasure Island Ghana
Themed rooms and pools on the Volta River; central Ada
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
- GH₵80–120 excl. bed
- Mid
- GH₵150–250 excl. bed
- High
- GH₵300+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse double room1 × 1 night × GHS 200 | GHS 200 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × GHS 150 | GHS 300 |
| Taxi from Accra airport to Ada Foah (round‑trip)2 × GHS 120 · check | GHS 240 |
| Guided turtle walk at Songor Lagoon2 × GHS 50 · check | GHS 100 |
| eSIM data for 1 week2 × GHS 80 · check | GHS 160 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | GHS 100 |
| Trip total≈ GHS 550 per person per day, bed included | GHS 1,100 |
2026 estimate in Ghanaian cedi; flights and international transfers excluded.
Prices of common things
| Bottled water (500 ml) | GH₵2–4 |
| Local fish dish (e.g., grilled tilapia) | GH₵15–30 |
| Taxi (10 km) | GH₵30–45 |
| Boat ride on Songor Lagooncheck | GH₵20–35 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Tides can expose or cover sandbars quickly; check local tide tables.
- Nighttime beach walks are less safe; go with a guide.
- Fort Prinzenstein may have limited opening hours; verify before visiting.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 191
- Fire
- 192
- Ambulance
- 193
- General
- 112
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Mɛpɛ 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)
- Accra → Ada Foah (taxi): about GH₵120, 2 h drive (check)
- Ada Foah → Songor Lagoon (taxi): ≈ GH₵30, 15 min (check)
Say or show
- Agoo — Hello (ah-goo)
- Ɛhe na ɛkɔ? — How much? (eh-heh nah eh-koh?)
- Ɛhe na po no wɔ? — Where is the beach? (eh-heh nah po noh woh?)
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 Ada Foah. 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 · avoid Jun–Oct (heavy rains) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night at Aqua Safari for river activities.
- Combine lagoon visit with a sunset boat ride (extra cost).
Sources
- secondaryWikidata Ada Foah
- officialGhana Tourism Authority
- secondaryWikivoyage: Ada Foah, revision 5340096 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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