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.

Kintampo waterfalls is a beautiful cascading waterfalls in Ghana. Also known as Sanders Falls during the colonial days, it is located on the Pumpum river, a tributary of the Black Volta, about 4 kilometres north of Kintampo municipality, on the Kumasi–Tamale road.

This seasonal fall is from the Pumpu River which falls some 70 meters down beautiful rocky steps. The Kintampo Waterfalls has a more festive environment with lots of locals on picnics and shade where visiting individuals and groups can sit and have fun There are lots of trees, mostly dominated by Mahogany, some of which grow beyond 40 meters. Kintampo Falls is also a fine resting place when traveling between Kumasi and Tamale or Mole National Park.

Nearby in the town of Kintampo is a small monument that marks the geographic center of Ghana.

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.
The water flows throughout the year.
The volume of the water increases with more visitors’ presents.
Please do not swim or better here.
Keep surroundings clean.

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.
Keep surroundings clean.

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.
Do not sit or slide on the rail.
No refreshments, dinning or smoking at the base of the falls.
You may swim or bath at the base of the falls.

CAUTION: Slippery rock surfaces

Nkrumah Rock

Also at the falls is the rock on which it is believed the great Kwame Nkrumah sat to read and meditate. One unique thing about the rock is that it seems to be growing (expanding) with time.

New Addition

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.

History

Also known as Sanders Falls during the colonial days, it is located on the Pumpum river, a tributary of the Black Volta.The waterfalls was established as a tourism site in 1992 after its discovery in the 18th century.

The waterfalls has gone through several developments including the creation of car park, receptive center, trained guides and construction of stairs.