Kintampo Waterfalls in Kintampo, Kintampo: Tickets, Hours and Family Guide
Parks, beaches and nature in Kintampo, Kintampo
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A twin waterfall on the Pumpum River at Kintampo in Bono East, just off the Kumasi–Tamale highway, with a canopy walk and shallow pools for paddling.
What is Kintampo Waterfalls?
Kintampo Waterfalls sits just north of Kintampo town in Bono East, on the Kumasi–Tamale highway, making it a natural midway stop. The Pumpum River drops over two main falls, and there is a canopy walk on a ladder bridge for an extra fee. The water at the base is shallow and safe to splash and wade in, which makes it one of the most family-friendly waterfalls in Ghana.
Entry is about GH₵10–15 for Ghanaian adults and GH₵5–10 for children, with foreigners at USD 5–10 and a canopy walk supplement of about GH₵40. It is open daily from 7:30am to 5:30pm.
Kintampo Waterfalls is a community-managed site and the surrounding forest is protected.
Kintampo Waterfalls ticket prices 2026
| Visitor type | Adult | Child | Toddler |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya / East African resident | GHS 15 | GHS 10 | Free |
| Non-resident | GHS 10 | GHS 5 | Free |
Ghanaian adults GH₵10–15 and children GH₵5–10, foreigners USD 5–10, and the canopy walk about GH₵40 extra. Confirm current rates at the gate.
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- Shallow water Safe for children to paddle
- Midway stop On the Kumasi–Tamale drive
- Canopy walk An optional extra
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Good | Shallow water with an adult |
| 3-5 years | Great | Paddling and short walks |
| 6-9 years | Great | Falls and canopy walk |
| 10-12 years | Great | Full visit |
| 13+ years | Good | Falls and canopy walk |
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Key details
- Address
- Kintampo, Bono East Region, just off the Kumasi–Tamale highway, Kintampo
- Opening hours
- Daily 7:30am–5:30pm Closed now
- How long to plan
- 1.5 to 2 hours
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Walk-in
- Payment accepted
- Cash at the gate
What to expect when you visit
Pay at the gate, then walk down to the falls. The water at the base is shallow, so children can wade and splash. The canopy walk is an optional extra and is charged separately.
Allow an hour and a half to two hours. It is a natural midway stop on the Kumasi–Tamale drive, and the shallow water makes it unusually child-friendly.
What if...?
The questions every parent asks before booking. Tap to expand.
Can children paddle?
Yes, the water at the base is shallow.
How much is entry?
GH₵10–15 for Ghanaian adults.
Is the canopy walk extra?
Yes, about GH₵40.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Safety notes
Supervise children in the water, hold hands on the steps and follow the guide on the canopy walk.
Tickets and costs
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Twin waterfalls, shallow paddling pools, canopy walk
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Boabeng-Fiema Monkey Sanctuary
- Mole National Park
- Techiman
- What to bring
- Shoes with grip
- water
- change of clothes
- swimwear for paddling
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to visit Kintampo Waterfalls?
- Kenya and East African resident adults pay GHS 15 and resident children pay GHS 10. Non-resident adults pay GHS 10 and non-resident children pay GHS 5. Children under the toddler age enter free. Ghanaian adults GH₵10–15 and children GH₵5–10, foreigners USD 5–10, and the canopy walk about GH₵40 extra. Confirm current rates at the gate.
- What are the Kintampo Waterfalls opening hours?
- Daily 7:30am–5:30pm.
- How long do you need at Kintampo Waterfalls?
- Plan for 1.5 to 2 hours.
- What payment methods does Kintampo Waterfalls accept?
- Kintampo Waterfalls accepts Cash at the gate. It does not accept cash.
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