Nzulezo Stilt Village

Nzulezu Stilt Village is one of Ghana’s most extraordinary cultural and ecological attractions. Situated deep within the Amanzuri Wetlands near Beyin, the village is built entirely on wooden stilts above Lake Tadane, with interconnected wooden walkways linking homes, schools, churches, and community spaces. The name “Nzulezu” means “surface of water” in the Nzema language. According to local tradition, the ancestors of the village migrated centuries ago from the ancient city of Walata and were guided to their present location by a sacred snail.

The journey to Nzulezu is part of the adventure. Visitors travel by canoe through serene waterways, mangrove forests, and the biodiverse Amanzuri Wetlands before arriving at the remarkable floating community. Daily life—including schooling, worship, community meetings, and fishing—takes place on the water, making Nzulezu one of the world’s most distinctive living settlements. The village has been on UNESCO’s Tentative World Heritage List since 2000 because of its unique harmony between people and nature.

Visitor Access: Tours begin from the Nzulezo Stilt Village Tour Visitor Centre in Beyin, where visitors purchase tickets and travel to the village by paddle or motorized canoe.