What time do tours typically start?

Tours typically start at 8:30 am.

What is the cost of a solo and group tour?

The cost for a solo trip is $2069 for a private departure. Joining a group tour costs $1269.

What are the arrangements for overnight stays if arriving at night?

We can arrange pre-accommodation at the hotel where we meet for $110 per night to ensure you're ready for morning departure.

Are the quoted tour prices in Australian Dollars?

The prices mentioned are in USD.

Does the group tour price include the single supplement fee?

Yes, to join a group tour, an additional single supplement fee of $170 applies, bringing the total to $1269.

How can I find transport options from Lomé to Cotonou?

There is a direct bus service available from Lomé to Cotonou, it operates daily. The journey typically takes about 2 hours and 35 minutes.

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Silver Operator: Across Africa Tours & Travel
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Ages 8+

Itinerary

Day 1
Cotonou - Ganvie - Ouidah - Abomey
Start point
Cotonou, Littoral, Benin (Accommodation )
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Sun city hotel or similar)
Included Activities
- Motorboat tour of Ganvie lake village
- Visit to sacred forest in Ouidah
- Slavery route tour in Ouidah
Landmarks
Ganvie
Sacred Forest
Slavery Route
Day 2
Savalou
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Cathas or similar)
Included Activities
- Historic museum tour in Abomey
- Royal palace visit in Abomey
- Underground house of Agongointo visit
- Dankoli voodoo temple visit in Savalou
Landmarks
Abomey Royal Palace
Abomey Historic Museum
Underground house of Agongointo
Dankoli voodoo temple
Day 3
Taneka Koko - Boukombe
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Tata somba or similar )
Included Activities
- Taneka Koko village visit
- Koussounkoingo village visit in Boukombe
Landmarks
Taneka Koko village
Koussounkoingo village
Day 4
Fulani Villages - Kota Waterfall - Savalou
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel F&F or similar)
Included Activities
- Fulani villages visit
- Kota waterfall visit
Landmarks
Fulani villages
Kota waterfall
Day 5
Ketou - Issaba - Adjarra - Cotonou
End point
Cotonou, Littoral, Benin (Accommodation /Airport)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Ketou royal palace visit
- Ketou city exploration
- Holi people visit in Issaba
- Drums market exploration in Adjarra
- Artisan market visit in Cotonou
Landmarks
Ketou Royal Palace
Issaba
Adjarra drums market
Cotonou artisan market

Landmarks
Ganvie
Sacred Forest
Slavery Route

Landmarks
Abomey Royal Palace
Abomey Historic Museum
Underground house of Agongointo
Dankoli voodoo temple

Landmarks
Taneka Koko village
Koussounkoingo village

Landmarks
Fulani villages
Kota waterfall

Landmarks
Ketou Royal Palace
Issaba
Adjarra drums market
Cotonou artisan market

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day 4
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Rating: 4.1(134 reviews)
Response time: within 1 day
Response rate: 96%
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4.1

Fabiola
May 4th, 2026
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It was an indescribably fascinating, intense and impressive trip. Our driver Anell and our guide Remi were very...
It was an indescribably fascinating, intense and impressive trip. Our driver Anell and our guide Remi were very responsible and friendly towards us. Remi brought us very close to the culture and people we met through his knowledge. Anell, our driver, drove us the approx. 2000 km through Benin with great foresight and very safely through the country. We are a couple in our early 60's. The hotels were fine for us. We knew that we could not apply European standards. Everyone who goes on a trip like this should know this. The breakfast consisted of baguette, omelette, coffee, tea (partly instant coffee), butter, jam - all sufficient for a breakfast. Remi gave us the opportunity to get to know and enjoy real African cuisine. We were there to get to know the people, their way of life, culture and religions - especially the Vodun/Voodoo. We got so close to the people on this trip. We didn't feel like the "whites", but that we belonged in a spiritual way. We can only recommend this trip to others. Many thanks to Remi and Anell! Berend and FabiólShow more
Traveled in April 2026
Reply from: Across Africa Tours & Travel
Dear Fabiola, Thank you for your wonderful review and for sharing your experience in Benin. We are delighted to hear that your journey was so meaningful and culturally immersive. Your kind words about Remi and Anell truly mean a lot, and we will gladly share your compliments with them. Thank you for traveling with an open heart and embracing the authentic spirit, culture, and people of Benin. It was a pleasure being part of your adventure, and we hope to welcome you again on another African journey soon. Warm regards, Across Africa Tours and Travel Team
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Hugh
Asked on February 19th, 2025
What time do tours typically start?
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- Across Africa Tours & TravelOperator•Written February 2025
  Tours typically start at 8:30 am.
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Jusuf
Asked on November 28th, 2024
What is the cost of a solo and group tour?
Group size
Price / Availability
Single supplement
- Across Africa Tours & TravelOperator•Written November 2024
  The cost for a solo trip is $2069 for a private departure. Joining a group tour costs $1269.
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Antonio
Asked on November 8th, 2024
What are the arrangements for overnight stays if arriving at night?
Accommodation
- Across Africa Tours & TravelOperator•Written November 2024
  We can arrange pre-accommodation at the hotel where we meet for $110 per night to ensure you're ready for morning departure.
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Michael
Asked on July 26th, 2024
Are the quoted tour prices in Australian Dollars?
Price / Availability
- Across Africa Tours & TravelOperator•Written July 2024
  The prices mentioned are in USD.
M
Michaela
Asked on December 4th, 2023
Does the group tour price include the single supplement fee?
Price / Availability
Single supplement
- Across Africa Tours & TravelOperator•Written December 2023
  Yes, to join a group tour, an additional single supplement fee of $170 applies, bringing the total to $1269.
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Dominik
Asked on June 17th, 2023
How can I find transport options from Lomé to Cotonou?
Transport
- Across Africa Tours & TravelOperator•Written June 2023
  There is a direct bus service available from Lomé to Cotonou, it operates daily. The journey typically takes about 2 hours and 35 minutes.

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- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Benin. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Benin. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Benin. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Benin. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Benin. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Benin. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Benin. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Yellow fever - Required for entrance into the country for Benin. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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- For any tour departing before September 29th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after September 29th, 2026, a minimum payment of 30% is required to confirm your booking with Across Africa Tours & Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 100 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Ketou - Issaba - Adjarra - Cotonou

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