Benin · Wildlife

5-Day Benin Highlights Tour from Cotonou with Pendjari and Somba

5 Days Round trip from Cotonou Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Spot cheetahs, antelopes, elephants, and other savanna animals in Pendjari National Park
02 Explore the culture of the Somba at the local museum in Natitingou
03 Visit Tanongou village and swim at its beautiful waterfalls
04 Experience the lifestyle of the Betamaribe tribe in Koussoukoingou

See the highlights of Benin on this 5-day journey from Cotonou to Natitingou, Pendjari National Park, Tanongou, and Koussoukoingou. Discover the culture of the Somba at the local museum in Natitingou, admire archaeological remains and traditional habitats, and look out for cheetahs, antelopes, elephants, and other savanna animals in Pendjari Park. You will also visit the beautiful waterfalls of Tanongou village, enjoy a swim there, and spend time with the Betamaribe tribe while exploring their brilliantly built little castle.

You will also visit the beautiful waterfalls of Tanongou village, enjoy a swim there, and spend time with the Betamaribe tribe while exploring their brilliantly built little castle.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Natitingou, Cotonou, Tanongou, Kossoucoingou, Pendjari National Park

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Journey from Cotonou to Natitingou

Travel north from Cotonou to Natitingou (Nati), located in the heart of the Atacora Hills.
Visit the local museum, where you can learn about the culture of the Somba and marvel at the archaeological remains and various types of traditional habitats.

Stay at Somba Palace Hotel.

Day 02

Wildlife Viewing in Pendjari National Park

Visit Pendjari National Park, where you can see cheetahs, antelopes, elephants, and other animals of the savanna.

Stay in a hotel in the park.

Day 03

Pendjari Expedition, Tanongou Waterfalls, and Koussoukoingou

Go on the last expedition to the park.
Visit Tanongou, a village known for its spectacular waterfalls. These are among the most beautiful falls in Benin. Swim in the waterfall.
Proceed to the charming village of Koussoukoingou.

Stay at Otammari Lodge or Tata Somba.

Day 04