Festival & Events Tours in Africa
Some experiences stay with you forever, and African festivals reveal culture, color, vibrancy, and true enjoyment. Visit Morocco's Fes Festival, head to Ghana's Homowo celebrations, discover Ethiopia's Timkat, tour South Africa's Cape Town Jazz Festival, and experience regional traditions at every turn. You're seeing Africa when it's most vibrant, while hearing music and seeing dances. Africa trips create unforgettable cultural immersion.
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Thank you Prince and your associates! I had a great time with the Olive Tour Guides for my Ghana Afrochella trip. The tour team was very professional and kind. We experienced additional sites and venues. The entire experience was very educational and informative. I met a lot of wonderful people. I recommend the Olive group and TourRadar. Ghana, I will be back! Thank you, June Lake
December In Ghana : AfroFuture Festival alongside Safari
10 best festival & events tour packages in Africa
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- Mega Festival 21-Day Tour of Ghana, Togo, and Benin.
- Egypt Total Solar Eclipse 2027
- December In Ghana : AfroFuture Festival alongside Safari
- Total Eclipse Of The Sun In Luxor,Egypt
- Solar Eclipse Luxor 2027 & Wonders of Ancient Egypt (Pyramids-GEM-Nile Cruise Luxor to Aswan)
- New Year’s Eve 2025/26 In Moroccan Desert
- Magical Morocco and the 2027 Solar Eclipse
- 7 Days Ghana Independence Explosion tour 2027
- Abu Simbel Sun Festival Oct 2026 - 10 days
- King Ramses Sun Festival Oct 2026 - 13 days
This 21-day cultural tour highlights Africa's rich traditions, featuring the royal Akwasidae Festival at Kumasi's Manhyia Palace and traditional Geleden Masked Dance in Abomey. New Year's celebrations unfold at Axim Beach Resort while Voodoo traditions come alive in Ouidah, with stays at distinctive properties from Hotel Paloma to Hotel de la Diaspora.
Duration 21 days Destinations Ghana, Togo, Benin Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Across Africa Tours & Travel From
- US$9,687
This 13-day luxury tour lets you view Egypt's Total Solar Eclipse 2027 from ancient Temples of Karnak and Luxor, where totality begins at 12:39 PM and lasts 6 minutes 23 seconds. Visit UNESCO sites like Pyramids of Giza, Temple of Philae, and Kom Ombo with Egyptologist guides.
Duration 13 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Faiyum Oasis, Luxor, Dendera, Aswan Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Tours of Distinction From
- US$5,299
December In Ghana : AfroFuture Festival alongside Safari
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I got to experience the rich vibrant culture of Ghana; from city life to country life.”
A., traveled in November
Ring in 2026 at Accra's AfroFuture Festival at El Wak Stadium with live Afrobeats and art installations, then head to Polo Beach Club for a New Year's party with fireworks and international DJs. See UNESCO Elmina Castle and walk canopy bridges 150 feet above Kakum rainforest.
Duration 10 days Destinations Accra, Tamale, Mole National Park, Cape Coast, Elmina, Kakum National Park, Kumasi Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Olives Travel & Tour Ghana From
- US$3,860
View the century's longest total solar eclipse from Thebes, Egypt's ancient capital, with over 6 minutes of totality from a private site near Luxor. The trip includes visits to the Great Pyramids of Giza, Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, and Abu Simbel Temples.
Duration 12 days Destinations Cairo, Saqqarah, Giza, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Abu Simbel, Philae Age Range Ages 10+ Operator EUROLATINO Tour Operators From
- US$5,255
Duration 10 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Philae, Agilkia Island, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Valley of the KingsSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian Operator Egypt Skyway Tours From
- US$15,700
New Year’s Eve 2025/26 In Moroccan Desert
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The tent in Merzouga was great. Nice trip.”
Gustavo, traveled in December
Ring in New Year's Eve 2024/25 in Africa's Sahara Desert at Merzouga. The night fills with traditional folklore, festive dinner with drinks, and luxury camping. The journey includes visits to UNESCO site Ksar Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate's famous film studios.
Duration 6 days Destinations Marrakesh, Ait Benhaddou, Ouarzazate, Zagora, Merzouga, Tinghir, Kalaat M'Gouna Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish Operator Ricks Voyage From $1,500
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On August 2nd, you'll see over 5 minutes of the 2027 total solar eclipse from Tangier with ideal viewing conditions. This 11-day luxury trip takes you through Morocco's UNESCO Fes Medina, ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, and famous Ait Ben Haddou film site.
Duration 11 days Destinations Casablanca, Tangier, Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Fes, Ifrane, Erfoud, Merzouga, Erg Chebbi, OuarzazateSee all destinations Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Tours of Distinction From
25% Off- US$3,999
What our customers ask about Festival & Events Tours in Africa
When is the best time to experience festivals and cultural events in Africa?
Africa's festival calendar spans the entire year with each region celebrating at different times. Ghana hosts PANAFEST during July and August while the Fes Sacred Music Festival brings Morocco to life in May. In Benin the Ouidah Voodoo Festival takes center stage in January. Egypt's Sun Festival at Abu Simbel occurs twice yearly in February and October. As one TourRadar traveler noted about the Fes Festival: "The spiritual atmosphere and diverse musical performances created an unforgettable experience that really brings together different cultures."
Can I combine festival experiences with other types of touring in Africa?
Festival tours often blend seamlessly with broader travel experiences across Africa. Tours to Egypt's Sun Festival typically include time on the Nile and visits to the pyramids. In Ghana PANAFEST participants explore Cape Coast Castle and nearby cultural villages between festival events. Visitors to Morocco's Fes Festival often venture into the desert and discover the city's ancient medina. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "The tour perfectly blended festival experiences with traditional sightseeing giving us a complete cultural immersion."
What accommodation can I expect on festival tours in Africa?
The range of lodging reflects Africa's diversity from modern city hotels to properties rich in local character. Morocco offers stays in traditional riads while Ghana provides comfortable options like the Lancaster Accra Hotel and Ridge Royal Hotel in Cape Coast. During festival seasons in Egypt many visitors stay aboard Nile cruise ships. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "The Lancaster Kumasi City Hotel provided excellent comfort while being conveniently located near festival venues."
What are the most significant festivals and cultural events to experience in Africa?
The continent's major festivals showcase its rich cultural heritage. Key events include Ghana's PANAFEST a celebration of Pan-African culture Morocco's Fes Sacred Music Festival which highlights spiritual music traditions Egypt's Abu Simbel Sun Festival marking ancient astronomical alignments and Benin's Ouidah Voodoo Festival. These gatherings feature ceremonies music dance and cultural exchange. As one TourRadar traveler shared about PANAFEST: "The Reverential Night ceremony at Cape Coast Castle was deeply moving bringing together Africans from the diaspora in a powerful homecoming experience."
What are the most popular festival and cultural events to experience on an Africa tour?
The continent offers distinct cultural celebrations throughout the year. The Saint Louis Jazz Festival brings world-class musicians to Senegal's UNESCO-listed city of Saint Louis. In Chad the Wodaabe people gather for the Gerewol Festival celebrating with traditional dance and cultural ceremonies. Ghana's Akwasidae Festival sees Ashanti chiefs dressed in kente cloth honoring their ancestral traditions. TourRadar travelers have described it as "a vibrant celebration of African culture and traditions."
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