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Ghana, Togo & Benin VII

Jan 5th, 2025 – Jan 12th, 2025

8 days · 7 nights

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Ghana, Togo and Benin are the perfect first experience in West Africa, while still keeping all the thrill and adventure you seek for in any off-the-beaten path experience. Ghana offers epic outdoors from Kakum NP to a gorgeous photogenic coast sprinkled with colonial castles. Togo and Benin are also the home of Voodoo, which we will try to understand as a belief system based on nature and spirituality, breaking the stereotypes of western pop-culture. Finally, we will marvel in stunning sceneries and the unique stilt lake villages that are found in both neighboring countries. It's the Expedition of a lifetime, where you will create stories that will last forever! You can't miss it!

Itinerary

Day 1: Accra to Elmina.

  • We start in Accra in the early morning by exploring the capital and driving out to Elmina after lunch.
  • Overnight in Elmina.

Day 2:  Kakum NP & Akossombo

  • In the early morning, we'll set out to explore Kakum NP, one of the crown jewels of Ghana's natural diversity. Then, we'll end our day in Akosombo, home of the second biggest dam in Africa (after Aswan). Overnight in Akosombo.
  • Overnight in Akossombo.

Day 3: Akossombo & Lomé (Togo)

  • We will discover the Volta region on a kayak, the best way to enjoy this ecosystem and take in the local life. Then, we'll cross into Togo, and explore the capital, Lomé.
  • Overnight in Lomé.

Day 4: Lomé & Benin

  • Today we'll visit Togo's Voodoo Market. Then, we will drive to Benin, crossing the border. We'll enter Benin and head straight to Bopa to enjoy an afternoon of magical dance (Voodoo dance) at the Shango temple.
  • Overnight in Bopa

Day 5: Ouidah & Abomey

  • We'll pass through Ouidah, visit the snake temple, and follow the slave route. We'll continue to Abomey to see the chameleon-shaped building, the fetish market, and end up in Cove.
  • Overnight in Cove

Day 6: Cove & Porto Novo

  • After breakfast, we'll head to the Fulani area, then continue to the Holi tribe. Afterwards, we'll head to Porto Novo. We'll have a view of the capital and take a trip on the black river. In the evening, we'll arrive in Cotonou
  • Overnight in Cotonou.

Day 7:  Cotonou & Ganvié

  • We will have the full day in Cotonou, visit Ganvie (the Venice of Africa) comfortably and  see the craft market.
  • Overnight in Cotonou.

Day 8: Free time, fly out. 

  • After breakfast, the worst moment of every Expedition: we say goodbye. The Expedition is finished and we fly out.

What this expedition offers

Accomodation. Shared twin room in 3-4 star hotels (when available) on a bed and breakfast basis.
Guides. Expert local guide and fixer.
Transport. Private vehicles, fuel and drivers
Visa Support. We'll help you prepare the visas for Ghana, Togo and Benin.
Contribution to local communities. Every tribe visit tries to create an impact in the community with our contributions
Activities and Tickets. Every visit, entrance ticket or activity is included.

Things to know

5.0·123 reviews
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Lucas
🇵🇹Portugal·1 expedition
·Stans VIII·9 days ago

This was my first time joining a group trip, and it turned out to be an unforgetable experience! The group was fantastic, which made the journey even better. The itinerary offered a perfect mix of adventure, culture and relaxation. Looking forward to repeat the experience in other destinations.

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Mar "Cali"
🇪🇸Spain·2 expeditions
·Ghana, Togo & Benin IV·11 days ago

I think it is one of the best expeditions that you can do !

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Jasmin
🇩🇪Germany·1 expedition
·Pakistan IV·13 days ago

Joined the Pakistan WE and it was awesome! The itinerary and of course the group made it to an incredible experience

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Tahlia "Ouadane"
🇦🇺Australia·10 expeditions
·Antarctica I·18 days ago

I never imagined my Antarctica experience to be anything like this. I wouldn’t change a thing! Great itinerary, great boat and AMAZING group! Definitely a once in a lifetime experience!

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Stef
🇳🇱Netherlands·1 expedition
·Socotra II·24 days ago

Incredible expedition! The itinerary was excellent, gorgeous hikes, incredible beaches, local experiences, you name it! We had a wonderful group which elevated the experience even further. Not a day goes by where I don't think about our time in Socotra. I'm really looking forward to joining another expedition in the future

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Cristina
🇮🇹Italy·2 expeditions
·Eritrea & Djibouti I·25 days ago

My first expedition...great people, lot of fun and Alvaro was an amazing leader. Can't wait for the next expedition!

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