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Lomé, Togo
Lomé, Togo
Highlights
Discover tribal lands, proud cultures and striking landscapes through Togo and Benin
Travel through this culturally diverse region and encounter the spiritual home of voodoo
Witness a fire dancing ceremony and meet the Somba people in the Atakora mountains
Itinerary
Curious about the mysteries of West Africa? Step into a world of ancient rituals and vibrant traditions on the 14-day "Benin and Togo Voodoo Discovery" tour. Ideal for experienced travelers eager for cultural immersion, this trip unveils the heart of Benin and Togo through traditional ceremonies, remote villages, and diverse landscapes rarely encountered by outsiders.
From Lomé, journey through Natittingou, Dassa, and Kpalime, experiencing the spectacle of January's Voodoo festivals—an exclusive highlight of this tour package. Witness esoteric rituals, marvel at elaborate costumes, and spend a night in Ganvie’s remarkable stilt village, all while guided by local experts and even a fetish priest. Explore the Atakora Mountains and visit bustling markets, meeting community leaders and gaining insight into everyday village life.
This moderate activity tour balances active exploration with cultural insight, offering accommodation, transport, meals, and all the support you need to truly connect with these fascinating countries. The USP? An unparalleled opportunity to witness and participate in authentic voodoo ceremonies—an experience few travelers can claim.
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The guides were fantastic. The hotels were disappointing. The Hotel Awale Plage was really disappointing. The staff were rude and didn't understand simple instructions even when spoken to in French. The service was slow at the best. The shower was cold . The location was good. The other hotels were comfortable but I never got a hot shower. I enjoyed Ganvie and the hotel was better than I expected. The guides were great. They sorted out any problems we had and they looked after us exceptionally well.
It was a great trip and the leaders really looked after us well. They were knowledgeable and answered all our questions. The visit to Ganvie was exceptional! The only downside was that in a few places there was no hot water which after long days was disappointing. Watching the different mask dances was fscinating and I felt we had a real insight into local beliefs and culture
This is a very nice tour. We visited some really isolated communities that you would not be able to find on your own. There are long drives but it’s worth it because you see a lot. The accommodation is basic most of the time but this is because the countries are so poor. You will need to shift your mindset and enjoy seeing very extreme and extraordinary practices like fire eating men and amazing mask dance performances. The guides were excellent. Always there to help out and genuinely interested in making the trip worthwhile. Thank you for an amazing experience.
A full on trip, with excellent tour leaders. Maybe one too many dance shows. A shame that at some of the hotels, they didn't think to check air con was working before we arrived. Temperature up to 37C and 60% humidity. A very interesting insight into two countries which are new to tourism.
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