Mount Afadjato & Wli Waterfalls: 2-Day Hike from Accra

Climb West Africa's Tallest Mountain, Then Wade Through Nine Rivers to a Waterfall

You hike Mount Afadjato in about an hour, then walk 45 minutes through forest crossing nine rivers to reach Wli Waterfalls, where you swim and eat lunch. That night you sleep at a local hotel with dinner and breakfast included. On day two you visit a monkey sanctuary and can optionally climb Mount Gemi. The whole trip stays unhurried. The guide's approach is to give you time rather than tick boxes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Hiking Mount Afadjato and Waterfalls

• Drive through Upper Volta countryside
• Hike West Africa's tallest mountain
• Walk 45 minutes crossing nine rivers
• Swim and picnic at tallest waterfall
• Overnight at Wli Water Heights Hotel

Day 2: Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary Visit

• Visit sacred forest to see mona monkeys
• Drive to Amedzofe highest settlement
• Optional hike Mount Gemi (extra fee)

The experience

"We don't rush you here. That's the difference," our guide said as we loaded into the van before dawn, and he meant it. The drive from Accra to the Volta region takes most of the morning, but the pace never feels hurried. You're heading to Mount Afadjato, the highest peak in West Africa at just over 2,400 meters, and the hike itself usually takes about an hour to summit, though plenty of travelers move faster once they find their rhythm on the trail. The mountain sits in Ghana's upper Volta region, surrounded by countryside that shifts from towns to dense green as you climb higher.

Day one splits into two parts. After reaching the top of Mount Afadjato and catching your breath, you descend and then walk for 45 minutes through forest to Wli Waterfalls, Ghana's tallest waterfall. The route crosses nine rivers (some knee-deep, some just ankle-high depending on recent rain), and the whole thing feels less like a tourist checklist and more like moving through someone's backyard. You get time to swim in the water at the base, which is genuinely cold, and eat a picnic lunch there. That night you stay at Wli Water Heights Hotel, a small place right in the area, with dinner and breakfast included.

The second day takes you to Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary, a sacred forest where you can see rare mona monkeys in their habitat. If you want, there's an optional hike up Mount Gemi to see Amedzofe, Ghana's highest settlement: that costs extra and isn't mandatory, so you can decide based on how your legs feel. The whole tour moves at a pace that lets you actually notice things: the sound of the rivers, the specific green of the forest canopy, the way the monkeys move through the trees. You're not being herded through five stops in eight hours.

What’s included

• Your two days include hotel pickup from Accra, all transport to and within the Volta region, entry to Mount Afadjato and Wli Waterfalls, the walk through nine river crossings, overnight accommodation at Wli Water Heights Hotel, dinner on day one, and breakfast on day two. The Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary visit is included.
• the optional Mount Gemi hike is an additional fee.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to Saturday10 departure times: the first at 01:30, the last at 14:30

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AgesAdult (18 to 60 years) · Senior (61 to 80 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Infant (1 to 5 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Happy eagle tourism management

Is this one for you?Right for travelers who want to hike Ghana's highest peak and see a major waterfall without arranging transport, accommodation, or meals separately: the fixed itinerary and included overnight stay mean you show up and the logistics are handled.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (6 to 12 years); Infant (1 to 5 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long does it take to climb Mount Afadjato?

Usually about an hour to reach the summit, though some travelers move faster.

What's included in the 2-day tour?

Overnight accommodation at Wli Water Heights Hotel, dinner, breakfast, and all activities. Entry fees and transport from Accra are included. The optional Mount Gemi hike costs extra.

Do I need to be an experienced hiker?

No, but you should have moderate fitness. The hikes are not technical, though the river crossings and forest terrain require steady footing and comfort with uneven ground.

What should I bring?

Good hiking boots, a face towel, water bottles, and swimwear. The river crossings mean you'll get wet.

How many river crossings are there?

Nine rivers to cross on the walk to Wli Waterfalls.

Can I swim at the waterfall?

Yes, you have time to swim in the water at the base of Wli Waterfalls.

Is the monkey sanctuary included?

Yes, the visit to Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary is part of day two. The optional Mount Gemi hike is separate and charged as an add-on.

How far is it from Accra?

The drive to the Volta region takes most of the morning from Accra.