Volta Region Tour: Mona Monkeys, Mt Afadjato, Wli Falls

Trek Ghana's highest peak and swim beneath West Africa's tallest waterfall in one day

A full-day tour from Accra to the Volta Region combines three distinct stops: time with the Mona monkeys at Tafi Atome, a trek up Mountain Afadjato (885 meters, Ghana's highest point), and a swim at Wli Waterfalls. The tour includes early pickup from your Accra location, an air-conditioned vehicle, and a live English-speaking guide. You choose which waterfall hike suits your fitness level: a 45-minute walk to the lower falls, a three-hour trek to the upper falls, or a five-hour climb for experienced hikers.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Volta Region's nature and landmarks

• Pickup in Accra
• Visit Mona monkeys at Tafi Atome
• Hike Mountain Afadjato summit
• Swim at Wli Waterfalls

What’s included

• Bottled water throughout the day.
• WiFi on board the air-conditioned vehicle.
• all fees and taxes.
• pickup from your Accra location.
• live English-speaking guide for the full tour.

Times

• Every day 06:00 07:00

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Before you book

Group Up to 15 5 private ›

Live guide English Another language? ›

Audio guide English

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. You can choose from 11 pickup points.

Book up to 4h before

Ages Adult (5 to 90 years) · Infant (under 5)

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Good to know

Moderate physical effort Pets welcome Not recommended during pregnancy Infants must sit on laps

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The experience

The Mona monkeys at Tafi Atome have lived in the tropical forest around the village for 200 years, protected as messengers to the gods in local tradition. The village began formal conservation efforts in 1996, and the forest now shelters around 200 monkeys alongside over 300 butterfly species and numerous birds. The playful monkeys approach visitors closely when offered bananas, making this the opening encounter of the day before the route heads deeper into Ghana's interior.

Mountain Afadjato rises 885 meters as the country's highest peak, part of the Akwapim-Togo mountain range that runs along the Ghana-Togo border. The ascent is challenging but rewards hikers with views across the surrounding landscape, nearby villages, and Lake Volta. The mountain's lush vegetation and diverse wildlife make the trek the physical centerpiece of the day, and the summit is the highest point you'll stand on in Ghana.

Wli Waterfalls (pronounced "vlee") near the Togo border offers three hiking options depending on your endurance. The lower falls sit a short 45 minutes away on mostly level ground, dramatic for the thousands of fruit bats nesting on the surrounding cliffs. The upper falls require three hours and good hiking shoes. A five-hour route reaches a more remote third tier. Pools at the base of both falls offer a chance to swim and cool off after the day's trekking. The tour runs 10 to 12 hours total, with pickup from any location in Accra in the early morning and an air-conditioned vehicle for the full journey.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 5).

What are the Mona monkeys at Tafi Atome, and how close do they come to visitors?

The Mona monkeys are a protected species living in the tropical forest around Tafi Atome village for the past 200 years. The village has preserved the forest since 1996, and the population now numbers around 200. Although wild, they are playful and frequently approach visitors very closely when offered bananas.

How high is Mountain Afadjato, and what does the hike involve?

Mountain Afadjato stands at 885 meters and is Ghana's highest peak. The ascent is challenging but leads to views of the surrounding landscape, villages, and Lake Volta. The trek forms the main physical challenge of the day and is included in the tour.

What are the different waterfall hikes at Wli, and how long does each take?

Wli Waterfalls offers three options: the lower falls are a 45-minute walk on mostly level ground, the upper falls require a three-hour hike with good hiking shoes, and a five-hour route reaches a remote third tier. All three have pools at their base for swimming. You choose which hike matches your fitness level.

What's included in the tour, and what should I bring?

The tour includes early pickup from your Accra location, an air-conditioned vehicle for the full day, a live English-speaking guide, bottled water, and WiFi on board. Bring swimming gear for Wli Waterfalls, good hiking shoes (especially for the longer waterfall hikes), and bananas if you want to interact closely with the Mona monkeys.

How long is the full tour, and when does it start?

The tour runs 10 to 12 hours total and begins with an early pickup from any location in Accra of your choice. The early start allows time to reach the Volta Region and complete all three stops before returning.