Kintampo waterfalls is one of the highest waterfalls in Ghana, located on the Pumpum river, a tributary of the Black Volta, about 4 kilometres (2.5 miles) north of Kintampo municipality, on the Kumasi–Tamale road. The waterfalls, one of the main natural attractions in the area, is formed by three (3) main drops where the longest drop measures 25 meters (82 ft) in height and after a number of steps, and cascades, the river falls about 70 meters (230 ft). It takes its source at a village called Pumpumatifi, which is about 10 kilometers away from the waterfalls. The attraction has seen several facelifts since its renovation. A canopy walkway as has been added across the river overlooking the waterfall. A biplane construction aid also underway to add to the visitor experience.
Waterfalls Stage 1 💦
- Waterspouts in the large rock should been created by water eroding holes in to the rock.
- The falls is backed by a cave which houses a colony of bats.
- The water disappears under the rocks and reappears 20 meters down stream
Waterfalls Stage 2
- The water tumbles down and behind several large rocks.
- The water disappears and reappears much wider at the base of the rocks.
- No swimming or bathing here.
Waterfalls Stage 3
- This stage has two staircases, one constructed to the main waterfalls in 1996 by Taysec. It was however rehabilitated by the Ghana Tourism Authority in 2017.
- It has 153 steps steps coming up and a new 173 steps going down. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the waterfalls as you descend.
- No refreshments, dinning or smoking at the base of the falls.
Nearby facilities 🪧🛣🏠
- Falls Palace Hotel
- Premier Palace Hotel
- Dery Yire Hotel
- Fuller Falls - 7km from Kintampo
What to do at Kintampo 🤔
- Falls Palace Hotel
- Premier Palace Hotel
- Dery Yire Hotel
- Fuller Falls - 7km from Kintampo
Ref: MoTAC Ghana |
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