14-Day 2025 Voodoo Festival Tour from Lomé
Highlights
Lome, Ouidah, Abomey, Porto Novo, Ganvié, Cotonou
Locations Covered
Lome, Ouidah, Abomey, Porto Novo, Ganvié, Cotonou
religious, rural, cultural
Private Tour
14 Days
Medium
English, French, Spanish
Description
This unique 14-day tour will immerse 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, this journey offers an unforgettable experience. Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, engage with local communities such as the Batammeriba tribe, and witness the incredible landscapes of Northern Togo and Benin, all while enjoying traditional performances, sacred rituals, and cultural festivities.
Itinerary
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Day 1: 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.
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Day 2: 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.
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Day 3: 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.
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Day 4: 8th Jan 2025 – Taneka Korko & Kota Waterfalls
- Visit the Taneka settlements and Fulani tribes.
- Explore Koussoukoingou and the Kota waterfalls.
Overnight in Natitingou.
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Day 5: 9th Jan 2025 – Ouidah
- Visit the Dankoli Vodoun shrine en route to Ouidah.
- Check into a hotel for overnight.
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Day 6: 10th Jan 2025 – Ouidah Vodoun Festival
- Attend Vodoun festival ceremonies and rites.
- Participate in the procession to the Sacred Forests and the slave route.
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Day 7: 11th Jan 2025 – Ouidah Tour
- Visit the Python Temple, Sacred Forest, and Portuguese Forte.
- Explore the Sinzzou Foundation.
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Day 8: 12th Jan 2025 – Abomey
- Visit the Royal Palaces of Abomey and the Historical Museum.
- Explore the Abomey fetish market.
Overnight in Abomey.
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Day 9: 13th Jan 2025 – Porto-Novo
- Tour King Toffa’s Palace and the Musée Da Silva.
- Visit the Zamgbetor house and Musée Honmé.
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Day 10: 14th Jan 2025 – Porto-Novo
- Witness Egungun performances and initiations.
- Explore the Black River Adjarra and visit the Python Chief Priest.
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Day 11: 15th Jan 2025 – Porto-Novo Festival
- Participate in the Porto-Novo Voodoo Festival.
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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.
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Day 13: 17th Jan 2025 – Cotonou
- Relax at the beach, visit the Amazon statue, and enjoy Cotonou’s nightlife.
Overnight at a good hotel.
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Day 14: 18th Jan 2025 – Departure
- Last-minute shopping in Cotonou.
- Airport transfer for departure.
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.