Lake Bosomtwe in Bosomtwe, Kumasi: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
Parks, beaches and nature in Bosomtwe, Kumasi
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Ghana's only natural lake, a meteorite crater lake about 30 km from Kumasi, ringed by villages and hills, with swimming, boat rides, canoeing, hiking and horse riding.
What is Lake Bosomtwe?
Lake Bosomtwe lies in a meteorite impact crater about 30 km south-east of Kumasi, in the Ashanti Region. It is Ghana's only natural lake, about 8 km across and ringed by green hills and fishing villages. The lake is sacred to the Ashanti, and the shoreline is dotted with resorts and guesthouses.
Families come for the swimming, boat rides, canoeing, hiking around the crater rim, horse riding and village tours. The water is calm and the setting is quiet, and it is a popular weekend escape from Kumasi. Several resorts on the shore cater to families, including Paradise Resort, Eleganta Beach Resort, Cocoa Village Guesthouse and The Green Ranch.
Lake Bosomtwe is a sacred lake for the Ashanti and the crater rim is a protected landscape.
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- Swimming is calm Good for children with supervision
- Crater rim hike Suits older children
- Resorts with pools Paradise and Eleganta are family-friendly
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Good | Lakeshore and resort grounds |
| 3-5 years | Great | Shallow swimming and boat rides |
| 6-9 years | Great | Canoeing and short walks |
| 10-12 years | Great | Hiking and water activities |
| 13+ years | Great | Full crater and lake activities |
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Key details
- Address
- Lake Bosomtwe, Ashanti Region, about 30 km from Kumasi, Kumasi
- Opening hours
- Daily, daylight hours
- How long to plan
- Half day to overnight
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Walk-in; book resort activities on arrival
- Payment accepted
- Cash and mobile money at the resorts
What to expect when you visit
Drive to the lake shore and choose a resort or a public access point. The water is calm for swimming and paddling, and boats and canoes can be arranged locally.
Allow half a day or overnight. Several resorts on the shore have pools, playgrounds and family rooms, and the crater rim hikes suit older children.
What if...?
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Is the water safe for children?
It is calm; supervise closely.
Are there resorts with pools?
Yes, several on the shore.
What activities are there?
Swimming, boating, canoeing, hiking and horse riding.
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, wear life jackets on boats and canoes, and keep them away from the steep crater rim.
Tickets and costs
- Toddler entry (0 if free)
- Free
- Ticket notes
Entry to the lake is free; resort day fees and activities vary. Confirm current rates at each resort.
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- Yes
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Swimming, boat rides, canoeing, hiking, horse riding, village tours
- Food and drink per person (estimate)
- Free
- Return transport (estimate, flat)
- Free
- Transport estimate note
- Trotro to Kuntanase, then a short walk to the shore
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Rattray Park
- Kumasi Zoo
- Manhyia Palace Museum
- What to bring
- Swimwear
- towel
- sunscreen
- closed shoes for hiking
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the Lake Bosomtwe opening hours?
- Daily, daylight hours.
- How long do you need at Lake Bosomtwe?
- Plan for Half day to overnight.
- What payment methods does Lake Bosomtwe accept?
- Lake Bosomtwe accepts Cash and mobile money at the resorts. It does not accept cash.
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