Tamale & the Northern Region
Northern Region · Culture · Markets · Gateway to the north
The north's biggest city and its travel hub: Dagbon culture, smocks and shea, and the gateway to Mole and beyond.
About Tamale & the Northern Region
Tamale is the capital of the Northern Region and the main hub for travel in northern Ghana, with daily flights from Accra. The city has a relaxed, bicycle-filled pace, a busy central market and the Centre for National Culture, where you can see crafts and smock weaving.
From Tamale, roads lead west to Mole National Park, north to Bolgatanga and east to the Dagbon heartland around Yendi.
Travel tips
Most northern trips start with a flight to Tamale. It is hottest from February to April; the harmattan (December to February) brings dusty, hazy skies.
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Things to see in Tamale & the Northern Region
Festivals and events in Tamale & the Northern Region
Third month of the Islamic calendar (date changes each year)
Damba Festival
Tamale, Yendi and towns across the north · Northern Region
Celebrated in Dagbon and across the north, with horse riders, drumming and royal processions.
Start of the Islamic new year (date changes each year)
Bugum Fire Festival
Tamale and towns in Dagbon · Northern Region
Torches light up the night as people parade through the streets of Dagbon.
Tours in and around Tamale & the Northern Region
Where to stay in Tamale & the Northern Region
Jeyads Lodge
Tamale
Restaurant · Wi-Fi
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From $42 per night (indicative)
