Kokrobite
| Kokrobite | |
|---|---|
  Kokrobite Location in Ghana | |
| Coordinates: 5°30′N 0°22′W / 5.500°N 0.367°W | |
| Country |
 Ghana |
| Region | Greater Accra Region |
Kokrobite is a town along the Atlantic coast, 30 km (19 mi) to the west of Accra, the capital city of Ghana. It is known for sea fishing and it is a popular destination for tourists, backpackers and international volunteers seeking beaches.
Kokrobite has a population of between 4000 and 6000 according to the Ghana Statistics Department 2003 Survey. The main local dialect is Ga, but Twi and English are also widely spoken.
The major destinations for tourists are Big Milly's Backyard, a resort run since 1995, Bahdoosh, a beer bar, hostel and restaurant located next door, run by a young Australian expat, and the Cool Breeze Hotel.[1][2] These businesses integrate well with the local community, with the seafront generally being a mix of tourists, souvenir traders and local fishermen.
A brand new, but very hip place is SOON COME Restaurant, Lodge and Entertainment Centre, featuring special live acts, traditional groups and DJs with a laser show. They also provide food and lodging. Other attractions include the Academy of African Music and Arts (AAMA), which provides lodging, food and weekend dance and drumming shows. Other restaurants are the Kokrobite Garden Restaurant (Franco's place, Italian Food), Ocean View Garden Restaurant (Mary and Gloria's place), and Restaurant Calabash (Mada's place).
Also located in Kokrobite is the NGO VWA Volunteer West Africa (VWA): a charity that runs a range of children's development and support projects within the Kokrobite community. VWA has a Guest House, for international volunteers, and a community learning centre located in Kokrobite.
Kokrobite beach can be dangerous at night, so tourists are advised to beware of pickpockets and petty thieves. Fortunately, since the recent building of the local police station, and a number of initiatives by local businesses and NGOs, these problems have considerably diminished. During the day the beach and surrounding villages are safe, friendly, and used to visitors from all across the globe.
On public holidays people from all over Ghana descend on Kokrobite to enjoy food, dance and music on the beach.
External links
- Malcolm Trevena's volunteer experience at Kokrobite
- Malcolm Trevena's 2nd trip to Kokrobite
- SOON COME Restaurant Lodge & Entertainment Centre
- Cool Breeze Hotel