What we do
Our services
Passenger, vehicle and cargo transport across and along the Volta Lake.
01Ferry Services
Five cross-lake ferry crossings, from 25 minutes to two hours.
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02South-North Service
Liquid and solid cargo from Akosombo to Buipe, plus passenger sailings to Yeji.
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03Charter Services
Hire a vessel for your own cargo or passengers, anywhere on the lake.
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04Tramping Service
Weekly sailings calling at lakeside towns between Akosombo and Yeji.
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The fleet
Our fleet
Ferries, cargo vessels and barges that keep the lake moving.
Newsroom
News & updates
News
Appointment of Acting Managing Director
Hon. Angela Oforiwaa Alorwu-Tay has been appointed as the acting Managing Director, bringing fresh vision and leadership to VLTL.
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GMA Director Official Visit to VLTL
In a high-profile working visit, the Director-General of the Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA), Naval Captain Dr. Kamal-Deen Ali (rtd), toured operations at VLTL to deepen collaboration and enhance maritime safety on Lake Volta.
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VLTL Participates in GTLF 2025
VLTL engaged various stakeholders on its commercial operations, such as cargo transportation, chartering services, and ferry services at the maiden edition of the 2025 Ghana Transport and Logistics Fair.
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Passengers
What our passengers say
“It was an exceptional experience. The captain took time to educate us about the activities and history of the Yapei Queen. Truly professional service.”
Isaac AnimGhana“Volta Lake Transport Ltd. - your number one efficient and affordable transport to the northern part of Ghana since 1987. Consistently reliable!”
Robert GadegbekuGhana“The fastest and most scenic route to Yeji. Beautiful journey across the lake with professional service throughout.”
Michael A. AkorliGhanaNetwork
Where we operate
Ports and landing points served by VLTL ferries.
- Adawso
- Agordeke
- Dambai
- Deifour
- Ekyi-Amanfrom
- Kete-Krachi
- Kpando Tokpor
- Makango
- Overbank-Dambai
- Yeji
Planning an event or a large shipment?
Charter a vessel for your group, cargo or research trip. Tell us what you need and we will send a quote.