Dodi World Akosombo in Akosombo, Akosombo: Tickets, Hours and Family Guide
Amusement and family entertainment in Akosombo, Akosombo
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A Volta Lake island resort and cruise experience from Akosombo, with a kids' playground, pedal boats, camel rides, video games, live music and a buffet lunch.
What is Dodi World Akosombo?
Dodi World sits on Dodi Island, about 14.6 nautical miles from Akosombo on Lake Volta. The experience is built around the Dodi Princess cruise: a five-hour boat trip with a buffet lunch, live music and island activities including a kids' playground, pedal boats, camel rides, video games and board games.
The cruise runs on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, especially in December. Packages have been advertised at about GH₵250 for adults and GH₵150 for children aged 2–12, with some operators quoting higher rates including transport. It is a full-day family outing from Accra, about two hours by road to Akosombo plus the cruise.
Dodi World runs cruises and island activities on Lake Volta and supports tourism around the Akosombo dam.
Dodi World Akosombo ticket prices 2026
| Visitor type | Adult | Child (2-12) | Toddler |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard rate | GHS 250 | GHS 150 | Free |
Packages reported at about GH₵250 for adults and GH₵150 for children aged 2–12, with some operators quoting higher rates including transport. Confirm current rates when booking.
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- Selected days only Saturdays, Sundays and holidays
- Kids' playground On the island
- Full day Plan for the drive from Accra
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Okay | Boat ride and island with an adult |
| 3-5 years | Good | Playground and pedal boats |
| 6-9 years | Great | Camel rides and games |
| 10-12 years | Great | Full island activities |
| 13+ years | Good | Cruise and island |
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Key details
- Address
- Dodi Island, Lake Volta, from Akosombo, Eastern Region, Akosombo
- Opening hours
- Saturdays, Sundays and holidays; confirm departure times
- How long to plan
- Full day
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Book ahead — cruises run on selected days
- Payment accepted
- Card and mobile money at the booking desk
What to expect when you visit
Book the cruise in advance, then board at Akosombo for the five-hour trip. The boat cruises across Lake Volta to Dodi Island, where the kids' playground, pedal boats, camel rides and games are set up, with a buffet lunch and live music on board.
Allow a full day, including the drive from Accra. The cruise runs on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
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When does the cruise run?
Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
Is lunch included?
Yes, a buffet lunch.
Is there a kids' playground?
Yes, on the island.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Safety notes
Wear life jackets on the boat, supervise children on the island and follow the crew's instructions.
Tickets and costs
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Boat cruise, buffet lunch, live music, kids' playground, pedal boats, camel rides, video games
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Volta Hotel Akosombo
- Royal Senchi
- Akosombo Dam
- What to bring
- Sunscreen
- hat
- comfortable shoes
- cash
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to visit Dodi World Akosombo?
- Adults pay GHS 250 and children (ages 2-12) pay GHS 150. Children under the toddler age enter free. Packages reported at about GH₵250 for adults and GH₵150 for children aged 2–12, with some operators quoting higher rates including transport. Confirm current rates when booking.
- What are the Dodi World Akosombo opening hours?
- Saturdays, Sundays and holidays; confirm departure times.
- How long do you need at Dodi World Akosombo?
- Plan for Full day.
- What payment methods does Dodi World Akosombo accept?
- Dodi World Akosombo accepts Card and mobile money at the booking desk. It does not accept cash.
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