Bolgatanga- Travel Tips

What to See, How to Plan & Tours

Bolgatanga, often referred to as Bolga, is the capital of Ghana's Upper East Region and Bolgatanga Municipal, located near the northern border with Burkina Faso, about 161 kilometers from Tamale. Situated in the Red Volta Valley, a key migration route for elephants, the town is bordered by the White Volta River and the Gambaga escarpment to the south. With a population of over 142,000 as of 2021, Bolgatanga is a diverse community home to Frafra, Dagaati, Akan, Ewe, and Ga-Adangbe ethnic groups. Renowned as a crafts hub, it hosts a vibrant central market featuring leather goods, straw baskets, and the iconic "Bolga hats," alongside a museum showcasing the region's cultural heritage.