Volta Region capital, ringed by the Volta highlands — base for Mount Afadja and the Wli waterfalls.
The Exohaven team has spent enough time in Ho to be opinionated. Below is what we'd recommend to a friend with a few days here — sequenced loosely from the headline experiences to the slow-afternoon ones.
Ho at a glance
- Region: Volta
- Vibe: Hills · waterfalls · highland
- Best time to visit: November to March; visit Wli falls when rivers are full
- Getting there: 3-4 hours from Accra by road via the new Volta bridge.
Neighbourhoods to know: Ho town, Hodzo.
5 things to do in Ho
- Hike Mount Afadja (Afadjato) — Ghana's tallest peak
- Wli Waterfalls (upper and lower falls) — Wli Waterfalls (upper and lower falls)
- Tafi Atome monkey sanctuary — Tafi Atome monkey sanctuary
- Kente weaving at Kpetoe — Kente weaving at Kpetoe
- Anyako and Aflao for traditional handicraft — Anyako and Aflao for traditional handicraft
Where to eat in Ho
The food in Ho pulls from hills · waterfalls · highland traditions. A few specific places we keep returning to:
- Chances Hotel restaurant — solid pan-Ghanaian menu
- Stevens Hotel for sundowners with hill views
What Ho is famous for
- Ewe culture and Hogbetsotso festival
- Volta Region waterfalls and mountains
- Wli — Ghana's tallest waterfall
A suggested half-day plan
If you only have an afternoon in Ho, start with the headline — Hike Mount Afadja (Afadjato) — and build out from there. Allow at least two hours for the first stop, then move to Wli Waterfalls (upper and lower falls) and finish at golden hour with Anyako and Aflao for traditional handicraft.
The right order matters. Ho in the wrong sequence — for example, eating heavy before a long walk, or visiting the headline historical site late in a tired afternoon — costs you the experience.
How Ho fits into a longer Ghana trip
Most travellers don't visit Ho as a standalone destination — it sits inside a broader Ghana itinerary. We typically suggest:
- From Accra: pair Ho with the capital — 3-4 hours from accra by road via the new volta bridge
- For a 5-day first-time trip: slot Ho on day 3 or 4, after Accra
- For a longer trip: Ho rewards an extra day if your interests align with its strengths (hills · waterfalls · highland)
Practicalities
- Currency: bring Ghana cedis. ATMs are common in larger urban areas; smaller vendors and roadside stalls want cash.
- Language: English is the official language, plus the regional tongue (Ewe most commonly heard in Volta).
- Tipping: 10-15% for guides; rounding up for drivers.
- Connectivity: MTN or Vodafone SIM at the airport; 5GB data for roughly GHS 50.
When Ho disappoints
We try to be honest. Ho is worth the visit, but it isn't for everyone. The flat truth: if you arrived expecting a polished tourist track, you'll find the city wilder and more working.
That's also exactly why we keep coming back.
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Frequently asked
What is Ho known for?
Ewe culture and Hogbetsotso festival. Also: Volta Region waterfalls and mountains; Wli — Ghana's tallest waterfall.
When's the best time to visit Ho?
November to March; visit Wli falls when rivers are full.
How do I get to Ho?
3-4 hours from Accra by road via the new Volta bridge.
