By Tourism & Development Desk
Renewed calls are mounting for the restoration of the once-vital ferry route between Ada and Anyanui, with stakeholders arguing that reviving the Lower Volta transport link could significantly boost tourism and economic activity across the Volta Region.
The route, which historically connected the eastern coast to inland Volta communities across the Volta River, has remained largely inactive in recent years—forcing travelers and tourists to rely on longer, more expensive road alternatives.
Tourism operators say the Ada–Anyanui stretch is one of Ghana’s most scenic yet underutilized corridors, offering direct access to pristine beaches, estuaries, and cultural heritage sites along the Lower Volta basin.
Key destinations that stand to benefit include:
- Keta — known for its beaches and lagoon
- Anloga — a hub of rich Ewe culture
- Ada Foah — a major tourism enclave
Industry players argue that reconnecting these نقاط via water transport would create a seamless coastal tourism circuit, attracting both domestic and international visitors.
Beyond tourism, analysts say reviving the ferry service could stimulate cross-regional trade, fishing, and local commerce, particularly for riverside communities.
Local businesses—ranging from food vendors to transport operators—are expected to benefit from increased human traffic and reduced travel time between the two regions.
“This is not just a ferry; it’s an lifeline,” a tourism stakeholder told News Volta. “Reactivating it will open up the entire Lower Volta belt.”
Currently, travelers moving between Ada and the Volta Region must navigate long road detours through Accra or inland routes, increasing both travel time and transportation costs.
A functional ferry system would, Cut travel time significantly, Reduce transport fares, Ease pressure on road infrastructure
Stakeholders are urging the government, through agencies such as the Ghana Tourism Authority and the Volta River Authority, to prioritize investment in ferry infrastructure and safety systems.
There are also calls for public-private partnerships to modernize vessels, improve docking facilities, and ensure sustainable operations.
With Ghana intensifying efforts to grow its tourism sector, experts believe reviving the Ada–Anyanui ferry route presents a low-hanging opportunity with high impact.
If executed effectively, the route could transform the Lower Volta into a vibrant tourism and transport hub, linking culture, commerce, and coastal beauty in one continuous experience.
For now, the waters remain quiet—but the call to bring the ferry back is growing louder.
Source News Volta
