Day 01
5th Jan 2025 - Arrival in Lomé
- Arrive at Gnassingbé Eyadéma International Airport.
- Visit Akodessewa Fetish Market and Lomé Musee.
Overnight at Hotel Napoleon Lagune or similar.
Benin, Togo · Festival
14-Day Vodoun Festival Tour from Lomé through Benin and Togo
The journey
Trip highlights
- 01 Discover the vibrant Akodessewa fetish market and Lomé Museum in Lomé
- 02 Visit the UNESCO-listed Agbodrafo slave house and enjoy a beach sunset
- 03 Spend a day with the Batammeriba tribe, with dinner and cultural performances
- 04 Explore the Taneka settlements and the stunning Kota Waterfalls
- 05 Attend Vodoun festival ceremonies and visit the Python Temple
- 06 Tour the Royal Palaces and learn local history at the Historical Museum of Abomey
- 07 Explore Ganvié's stilted village by boat and enjoy Cotonou's nightlife
This unique 14-day tour immerses you in the rich cultural, historical, and natural beauty of West Africa, from the bustling markets of Lomé to the historical slave routes of Agbodrafo and the vibrant Vodoun festivals of Ouidah and Porto-Novo. Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, engage with local communities such as the Batammeriba tribe, and discover the remarkable landscapes of Northern Togo and Benin. Along the way, experience traditional performances, sacred rituals, and cultural festivities that make this journey truly unforgettable.
This unique 14-day tour immerses you in the rich cultural, historical, and natural beauty of West Africa, from the bustling markets of Lomé to the historical slave routes of Agbodrafo and the vibrant Vodoun festivals of Ouidah and Porto-Novo.
From the itinerary
At a glance
What this trip includes
Duration
14 Days
Tour type
Private
Activity level
Moderate
Accommodation
Included · Standard
Transport
Included
Wheelchair access
Not applicable
Cities
Natitingou, Ouidah, Kara, Cotonou, Lome, Porto Novo, Ganvié, Kossoucoingou, Abomey
Languages
English, French, Spanish
Day by day
The itinerary
Day 02
6th Jan 2025 - Agbodrafo and Togoville
- Visit the UNESCO-listed Agbodrafo slave house.
- Explore Togoville and Asigame market.
- Relax at the beach and enjoy the sunset.
Day 03
7th Jan 2025 - The Batammeriba Tribe
- Drive to Northern Togo.
- Spend the day with the Batammeriba people.
- Dinner and cultural performances in Karra.
Overnight in Karra.
Day 04
8th Jan 2025 - Taneka Korko and Kota Waterfalls
- Visit the Taneka settlements and Fulani tribes.
- Explore Koussoukoingou and the Kota waterfalls.
Overnight in Natitingou.
Day 05
9th Jan 2025 - Ouidah
- Visit the Dankoli Vodoun shrine en route to Ouidah.
- Check into a hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 06
10th Jan 2025 - Ouidah Vodoun Festival
- Attend Vodoun festival ceremonies and rites.
- Participate in the procession to the Sacred Forests and the slave route.
Day 07
11th Jan 2025 - Ouidah Tour
- Visit the Python Temple, Sacred Forest, and Portuguese Forte.
- Explore the Sinzzou Foundation.
Day 08
12th Jan 2025 - Abomey
- Visit the Royal Palaces of Abomey and the Historical Museum.
- Explore the Abomey fetish market.
Overnight in Abomey.
Day 09
13th Jan 2025 - Porto-Novo
- Tour King Toffa's Palace and the Musée Da Silva.
- Visit the Zamgbetor house and Musée Honmé.
Day 10
14th Jan 2025 - Porto-Novo
- Witness Egungun performances and initiations.
- Explore the Black River Adjarra and visit the Python Chief Priest.
Day 11
15th Jan 2025 - Porto-Novo Festival
- Participate in the Porto-Novo Voodoo Festival.
Day 12
16th Jan 2025 - Ganvié
- Explore the stilted village of Ganvié by boat.
- Visit the floating market and Ganvié Museum.
- Drive to Cotonou and stop at the Amazon statue.
Overnight in Cotonou.
Day 13
17th Jan 2025 - Cotonou
- Relax at the beach, visit the Amazon statue, and enjoy Cotonou's nightlife.
Overnight at a good hotel.
Day 14
18th Jan 2025 - Departure from Cotonou
- Enjoy last-minute shopping in Cotonou.
- Airport transfer for departure.
Where this trip takes you
Akodessewa Fetish Market, Agbodrafo slave house, Ouidah Vodoun Festival, stilted village of Ganvié
The route
Where you'll travel
The fine print
Trip details
What's Included
- Airport transfers
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- Accommodation with breakfast
- Local bilingual guide (English-French/Spanish)
What's Not Included
- Entry visas for Togo, Benin, and Ghana
- International flights
- Meals (lunch and dinner), and alcoholic drinks
- Entry fees, camera fees, and personal expenses
- Tips for guides and drivers
What to bring
- Insect repellant
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Visa
- Passport
- Vaccination card
Logistics
Meeting & route
Meeting point
Gnassingbe Eyadema Airport, Lomé, Togo
Tour start
Lomé, Togo
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey
Your 14 days finish where they began, in Lomé.
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