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Laboma Beach

Пляж Лабома
Ghana · Beach · Accra
moderate
Best month: January

Best for

Ideal for visitors seeking a lively beach holiday with restaurants and nightlife. Suitable for events and parties. Not suitable for those seeking a quiet natural beach.

Best month

January

Water
+27.0°C
Length
1 000 m
Laboma Beach is a modern beach in the La area, attracting families and young people. It has restaurants, lounges, and entertainment, and often hosts parties and picnics on weekends.
Surface
sand
Waves
moderate
Entry
gentle
Description Pros & Cons Best For Features Beach & Entry Water & Waves Swim Season Safety Infrastructure Vibe Nature Activities Tips Nearby
Description
General information about the beach
Laboma Beach is a modern beach in the La area, attracting families and young people. It has restaurants, lounges, and entertainment, and often hosts parties and picnics on weekends.
Pros and cons
Main advantages and disadvantages

Pros

  • The largest and most developed beach resort in the country
  • Well-developed infrastructure: restaurants, bars, lounges
  • Popular venue for events and parties
  • Scenic location by Kpeshie Lagoon
  • Close to Accra
  • Diverse cuisine and drinks

Cons

  • Major demolition of structures in the lagoon buffer zone took place in 2026
  • Part of the infrastructure (Pink Flamingo Lounge) was demolished
  • Environmental restrictions
  • Limited access due to works
  • Mosquitoes and sandflies
Best for
Who this beach is ideal for
Ideal for visitors seeking a lively beach holiday with restaurants and nightlife. Suitable for events and parties. Not suitable for those seeking a quiet natural beach.
Features
What makes this beach unique
Laboma Beach positioned itself as "the biggest and most developed beach resort in the country". The beach is located in the scenic buffer zone of Kpeshie Lagoon, creating a unique combination of sea and lagoon recreation. However, in 2026 the government began demolishing structures deemed illegal in the lagoon-s protected zone.
Beach & Entry
Surface, sand, water entry and bottom
Surface Type
Main surface type
sand
Sand Color
Main sand colour
golden
Sand Texture
Grain size
medium
Water Entry
How steep the drop-off is
gentle
Shallow Distance
Metres to waist-deep water
30 m
Bottom Type
Main bottom type
sand
Water Shoes
Whether special footwear is needed
not needed
Beach Length
Beach length in metres
1 000 m
Water & Waves
Colour, clarity, temperature and waves
Water Colour
turquoise
Water Clarity
moderate
Underwater Visibility
3.0 m
Average Water Temp
+27.0 °C
Max Water Temp
+29.0 °C
Wave Type
moderate
Wave Height
0.7 m
Swim Season
When the swimming season starts and ends
Season start
November
Season end
March
Best month
January
Safety
Currents, water quality, dangerous creatures, hospital
Rip Currents
Likelihood of rip currents
moderate
Water Quality
Water purity rating
moderate
Jellyfish Risk
Likelihood of jellyfish
low
Shark Risk
Likelihood of sharks
low
Crime Level
Overall safety level
safe
Hospital Distance
Kilometres to hospital
5.0 km
What exactly is dangerous
No serious threats. The beach is in a busy area, standard caution is recommended.
Dangerous creatures
mosquitoes
sandflies
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Infrastructure
Amenities on and near the beach
Sunbeds
Yes
Umbrellas
Yes
Showers
Yes
Toilets
Yes
Changing Rooms
Yes
Lifeguards
Yes
First Aid
Yes
Parking
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes
Kids Playground
Yes
Sports Ground
Yes
Restaurants Nearby
10 pcs
Best restaurants

Pink Flamingo Lounge

International

Popular beach lounge and restaurant (demolished in 2026)

Laboma Beach Restaurants

Ghanaian

Diverse restaurants and bars with local and international cuisine

Nearby cuisines

Ghanaian

Local cuisine with rice, fish and tropical ingredients

Must try: Rice with fish, banku, kenkey

International

Dishes from around the world in resort restaurants

Must try: Seafood, steaks, cocktails
Vibe
Energy, crowd, silence and sunsets
Energy
active
Crowd Level
crowded
Silence Level
noisy
Sunset Quality
beautiful
Nature
Trees and natural shade
Trees on Beach
Yes
Natural Shade
moderate
Activities
Snorkelling, diving, surfing, kayaking
Snorkeling
No
Diving
No
Surfing
No
Kayaking / SUP
No
Tips
What to bring, best time, local rules
What to Bring
SPF50+ cream Water Towel Swimsuit Flip-flops Headwear Cash for entry and rentals
Best Time to Swim
The best time to visit is the dry season from November to March. Morning water is calmer.
Local Rules
Follow environmental rules of the lagoon buffer zone. Keep the beach clean.
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Nearby
Attractions and places near the beach

Kpeshie Lagoon

Scenic lagoon with rich birdlife

Accra

Ghana-s capital with historic attractions

Labadi Beach

Neighbouring lively beach 5 km away

Where to stay
Hotels and apartments near the beach
Frequently asked questions
Laboma Beach: what is the water like at this beach?
At this beach, water colour — turquoise, clarity moderate, average temperature +27.0°C, warms up to +29.0°C in the warmest season. Check the exact temperature by month in the chart section.
Laboma Beach: what are the waves like and is it safe to swim?
Waves at this beach are — moderate. Average wave height — 0.7 m.
Laboma Beach: what is the water entry and bottom like?
Water entry is — gentle. The shallow area extends for 30 metres from the shore. Bottom — sand. Special shoes are not required — the water entry is comfortable. The gentle slope is safe for children and inexperienced swimmers.
Laboma Beach: what kind of sand and surface does the beach have?
Beach surface — sand. Sand colour — golden. Texture — medium. Beach length — 1 000 metres.
Laboma Beach: when is the swimming season?
The swimming season starts in November. It ends in March. The best month for a holiday is January. This is when the water is warmest and the weather is most comfortable.
Laboma Beach: is it safe to swim?
Water quality is rated as moderate. Rip currents are likely — swim only in designated areas. Jellyfish risk — low. Shark risk — low. Always watch for warning signs and follow lifeguards instructions.
Laboma Beach: which dangerous creatures live in the water?
The water contains: mosquitoes, sandflies. We recommend wearing protective footwear, not touching marine life and taking care when entering the water.
Laboma Beach: what infrastructure is available on the beach?
The beach offers: sunbeds, umbrellas, showers, toilets, changing rooms, parking, Wi-Fi, kids playground, sports ground. All amenities are listed in the "Infrastructure" section above.
Laboma Beach: are there lifeguards and a first aid station?
Lifeguards are on duty on the beach — an important safety factor. A first aid station is available.
Laboma Beach: where can I eat near the beach?
Popular places nearby: Pink Flamingo Lounge, Laboma Beach Restaurants. Cuisines available: Ghanaian, International. See the "Infrastructure" section for details.
Laboma Beach: what should I bring to the beach?
We recommend bringing: SPF50+ cream, Water, Towel, Swimsuit, Flip-flops, Headwear, Cash for entry and rentals.
Laboma Beach: when is the best time to swim?
The best time to visit is the dry season from November to March. Morning water is calmer.
Laboma Beach: what are the rules and restrictions on the beach?
Follow environmental rules of the lagoon buffer zone. Keep the beach clean.
Laboma Beach: who is this beach best for?
Ideal for visitors seeking a lively beach holiday with restaurants and nightlife. Suitable for events and parties. Not suitable for those seeking a quiet natural beach.
Laboma Beach: what makes this beach unique?
Laboma Beach positioned itself as "the biggest and most developed beach resort in the country". The beach is located in the scenic buffer zone of Kpeshie Lagoon, creating a unique combination of sea and lagoon recreation. However, in 2026 the government began demolishing structures deemed illegal in the lagoon-s protected zone.
Laboma Beach: what are the pros and cons of the beach?
Pros: The largest and most developed beach resort in the country, Well-developed infrastructure: restaurants, bars, lounges, Popular venue for events and parties, Scenic location by Kpeshie Lagoon, Close to Accra, Diverse cuisine and drinks. Cons: Major demolition of structures in the lagoon buffer zone took place in 2026, Part of the infrastructure (Pink Flamingo Lounge) was demolished, Environmental restrictions, Limited access due to works, Mosquitoes and sandflies.
Laboma Beach: what is near the beach?
Nearby you can visit: Kpeshie Lagoon, Accra, Labadi Beach. Detailed descriptions in the "Nearby" section above.
Laboma Beach: how do I get to the city of Accra?
The beach is located near the city of Accra. Full information about the city — hotels, restaurants, attractions, transport — is available on the city page for Accra.

City

Accra

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Best month

January

Useful information

Country: Ghana
Type: Beach
Coordinates: 5.564650, -0.132500

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