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.

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.

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.

Are the quoted tour prices in Australian Dollars?

The prices mentioned are in USD.

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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Benin Highlights 5Days / 4Nights

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Benin Highlights 5Days / 4Nights - Across Africa Tours & Travel

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Christmas & New Year

Silver Operator: Across Africa Tours & Travel
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Age range 8 to 90

Highlights

Explore Ganvie, the Venice of Africa by motorboat
Discover the sacred forest and slavery route in Ouidah
Tour the royal palace and historic sites in Abomey
Visit unique villages and the Kota waterfall
Shop at the artisan market in Cotonou

Itinerary

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Introduction

Day 1 Cotonou-Ganvie- Ouidah- Abomey
Day 2 Abomey - Djougou
Day 3 Djougou. Taneka
Day 4 Taneka- Savalou
Day 5 Savalou- Ketou - Cotonou- Departure

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4.3

(106 reviews)

Number of tours

294

Age Range

1 to 94 years old

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within 1 day

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

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Across Africa Tours & Travel
4.3

haley
· January 19th, 2025
We did 5 days in Namibia; from Windhoek to the desert to the coast and then to Etosha. It was a lot of travel in the...
Dominick
· January 12th, 2025
This tour was the perfect way to experience Madagascar. It truly is an amazing and unique country. The roads are...

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5 days

Benin Highlights 5Days / 4Nights

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What our customers ask about this tour

The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.

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.
July 29, 2024
What time do tours typically start?
Tours typically start at 8:30 am.
July 29, 2024
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.
July 29, 2024
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.
July 29, 2024
Are the quoted tour prices in Australian Dollars?
The prices mentioned are in USD.
July 29, 2024
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.
July 29, 2024

Good to Know

Tour ID: 209327

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As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.
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Vaccines
- 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.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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- For any tour departing before July 6th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 6th, 2025, 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.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Across Africa Tours & Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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Accessibility
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