ACTIVITIES at Lemon
“EVERY MAN CAN TRANSFORM THE WORLD FROM ONE OF MONOTONY AND DRABNESS
TO ONE OF EXCITEMENT AND ADVENTURE”
IRVING WALLACE
Our top priority is to make your stay at Lemon Beach Resort full of experiences that will win your hearts.
Our experienced guides and local Ghanaian friends will accompany you to areas rarely explored by tourists. Thus giving you a real insight into the wonderful culture. All you have to do is choose and we will take care of the rest…
CYCLING GUIDED TOURS/BIKE RENTAL
Elmina is the town with the most beautiful surrounding so why not to explore its beauty on the bike? Let’s go for it and choose the right option for you. The starting point is always from lemon Beach Resort.
Elmina Town Tour Cycling – On this 1,5 hour bike ride we explore the entire Elmina community by bikes and place of the visit includes the Elmina Castle, the 17th century Dutch Cemetery, the Catholic Church viewing the landscape of the township and the salt mining ponds from afar, Posuban Shrine of Elmina, the fish marketing village and homes to see the way of life of the local people. Price is 100 GHS per person. Price includes: the bike, helmet, voucher for 1 soft drink/person at Anomansa Restaurant in Elmina Castle. The tour guide charge is 70 GHS for the group.
QUAD BIKES ADVENTURE
Rev up your adventure at Lemon Beach Resort with our Quad Bikes Experience! Conquer the rugged terrains and scenic trails as you navigate through the breathtaking landscapes surrounding the resort. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or a nature enthusiast, our Quad Bikes offer an adrenaline-packed journey for all. Gear up for an exhilarating ride and make lasting memories at Lemon Beach Resort. Unleash the thrill – book your Quad Bikes adventure today!
300 GHS for 20 minutes or 600 GHS for 60 minutes. A little training is provided before the beginning of the adventure. Fuel and helmet is inlcuded in the rate.
PAINTBALL
Immerse yourself in the ultimate paintball adventure at Lemon Beach Resort! Unleash your competitive spirit on our thrilling paintball grounds, set against the stunning backdrop of the beach. Gather your squad, strategize, and engage in adrenaline-pumping battles. Experience the perfect blend of action and leisure, making your stay at Lemon Beach Resort unforgettable. Paintball fun awaits – book your exhilarating escape now!
Cartridge of 10 shots for 100 GHS
CULTURAL DRUMMING AND FIRE SHOW
Breathtaking 60 minutes performance at Lemon Beach Resort of local culture dancers – AKOMAPA. Traditional drums, traditional cloths and a special performance with the fire. AKOMAPA dancers are the best what you can see in this region. We can’t tell you more. Let’s be surprised. Performance is for free every Saturday or upon special request and is for 1,000 GHS
KAKUM NATIONAL PARK - CANOPY WALK
The 607 square kilometres (234 square miles) of protected beautiful rainforest is home to an assortment of wild residents, including forest elephants, giant hogs, flying squirrels, leopards and various species of monkey. However, with much of the elusive wildlife buried deep in the forest‘s flora, there‘s little chance of seeing them. Count on the canopy walk. Elevated 40 metres above the forest floor, the 350m-long wooden walkway and various viewing platforms offer spectacular, vertiginous views of the park. Transport from Lemon to Kakum and back to Lemon is for 600 GHS.
BOAT TOUR AROUND the elmina castle
You can imagine how refreshing can it be to take the drink at Anomansa Restaurant located in area of Elmina Castle, sit on the boat with the engine and flying on the sea around Elmina Castle, to see the fish market from the other side or to check Lemon Beach from the seaside. From Lemon Beach, we will escort you to the lagoon, close to the Lemon Beach Resort and the journey can start. You can choose the time you want to spend on the sea as well as the speed. Everything for your comfort and level of adrenaline you like Price per person is 70 GHS including the life vest and the guide.
ELMINA CASTLE TOUR
Upon visiting, you will experience the physical history of the slave trade, the impact of which is still felt beyond the shores of Africa today. Most visitors to Ghana tour Elmina Castle, because of its history as a major trans-Atlantic slave hub. Originally, Elmina Castle was not built for the purpose of holding and trading slaves, but instead as a trading post for gold, ivory, spices and other African goods. It is from this trade that the name “Elmina” was derived from the Portuguese name for “Da Costa de el Mina de Ouro” (The Coast of Gold Mines). Entrance fee for guided tour is 60 – 90 GHS (non Ghanaians) per person.
ELMINA TOWN WALKING TOUR
Join us on a captivating 2-3 hours walking tour through Elmina Town, led by a knowledgeable local guide. Begin at the historic Elmina Castle, uncovering its rich stories, before weaving through the town’s vibrant fish markets, traditional shrines, and lively streets. Get a true taste of Elmina’s culture, meet artisans, and learn the customs that make this community unique. Price per person is 100 GHS
TRADITIONAL ELMINA FISH MARKET TOUR
Just next to Elmina Castle there is the Benya lagoon, an amazingly busy fishing harbour, full of colourful traditional fishing boats called pirogues. Fishermen are busy tending nets, going and coming to sea, and selling their catch in the busy harbour fish market. Fishmongers are everywhere and their offerings in full view. This site offers one of Ghana’s greatest photo opportunities. Tour, including Ther tour guide for 4 people is 100 GHS plus transportation.
LOCAL COOKING LESSON
This unique activity has to be pre-booked at least 1 day before you plan to go for it. The Baobab Centre is located in Cape Coast and your attendance will support the local community connected to BAOBAB NGO. You will go together for shopping of the fish and vegetables to the local market and after that you will prepare the food, will cook together and eat together. You will have a unique opportunity to see and experience the way, how Ghanaians are preparing their food, what are the secret ingredients they use to prepare such tasty food and how do they live. The price per person is 100 GHS and the transportation to Cape Coast is not included but we will be more than happy to organize it for you.
VISITING KIDS AT LOCAL SCHOOL
Lemon is supporting several schools in the area so thanks to this we have access to this schools and we can introduce you to the kids and teachers for a short tour and introduction. In the morning you will have an opportunity to visit the local school and if you took some used toys from your home, pencils, notebooks, you will have an opportunity to make kids really happy. Bear in mind, in our public schools we usually have 90 kids in the class.
BADMINTON
It is always good to stretch the body. At Lemon Beach, you can enjoy the beauty of the game with your friends or you can invite and compete with the other resorts guests. Our waiters are always around to serve you with a variety of drinks and refreshments. The playground is for FREE as well as the set.
LEMON BEACH Volleyball
It is always good to stretch the body. At Lemon Beach, you can enjoy the beauty of the game with your friends or you can invite and compete with the other resorts guests. Our waiters are always around to serve you with a variety of drinks and refreshments. The playground is for FREE as well as the set
SIP and PAINT
🎨 Sip & Paint Experience at Lemon Beach Resort & Lemon Lounge 🎨
Unleash your creativity with a relaxing Sip & Paint session! Join us Friday at Lemon Beach Resort in Elmina or Sunday at Lemon Lounge in Cape Coast for a fun and free event that blends art and atmosphere. Perfect for both seasoned artists and beginners, this session includes all the materials you’ll need to create a unique masterpiece. Enjoy a glass of your favorite drink, let the soothing environment inspire you, and connect with fellow art lovers in a laid-back setting. Come ready to sip, paint, and unwind. We can’t wait to see you there!
BON-FIRE ON THE BEACH
After the whole day, we can prepare for you a bonfire on Lemon Beach. You can just sit around the fire with the good drink in your hand or we can prepare for you toasting of the corn (depends on the season). Our waiters are always taking care of you so you can just sit, talk, listen to the sound of the waves and prepare your body for the next day. Bonfire is for 200 GHS, on Saturdays for FREE.
Unique restaurant in the AREA of Elmina Castle
Once you plan a visit to Elmina Castle, you can refresh yourself at our restaurant located in the heart of the castle – Anomansa Restaurant with the best view in town. We have renovated the restaurant with the respect to the history of the castle and used just local made furniture and decoration. You can enjoy your time before or after the castle or boat tours, enjoy the view on the local fish market and watch fisherman going to the sea or coming back with the load of fish.
Anomansa has been the traditional name for Elmina since the 14th century. The site of our restaurant served as such since 1976, originally run by Aunty Efua. Subsequently, it housed Edinaman Senior Secondary School, and upon the school’s relocation to its present site, a new restaurant was established there. More information on our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/anomansa_restaurant
NIGHT LIFE IN CAPE COAST
If you plan to visit Cape Coast castle, do not miss our design restaurant located just 150 meters from the castle – Lemon Lounge with unique atmosphere. Over the weekend after 11:00 pm the Lemon Lounge is becoming very popular music bar with DJ and fantastic food and cocktails for your great memories. More information on https://www.lemonlounge.vip or our instagram page https://www.instagram.com/Lemonloungevip
PICK UP / ESCORT TO THE AIRPORT
Whenever you are traveling from/to Accra, Tamale, Cape Coast, Kakum or any other city in Ghana we are here for you. We can organize for you low cost, standar or premium transport to any destination. Bear in mind, you pay the dirivers directly, not us. We will just negotiate the best possible price for you and check the quality of the car on regular base. Transportation starts from 80 USD for 2 people (Toyota Corolla) to 115 USD for 5 people (Toyota Sienna). Bigger groups are possible as well per request.