Special Voodoo Festival Tour
Cotonou, Ganvié, Cové, Dassa-Zoumé, Djougou, Natitingou, Abomey, Ouidah
Description
West Africa has great geographic and cultural diversity. At the heart of this region stands out Benin, a country between the Sahara and the Gulf of Guinea, the cradle of Voodoo.
Historically called Dahomey, this former French colony has a very strong image of a democratic country. The ancient kingdoms, part of whose history is linked to the Atlantic slave trade, passed on an immense cultural heritage.
From savannas and semi-arid sandstone mountains inland, the landscape becomes greener and wetter as it approaches the ocean, where the coastal plain is punctuated by swamps, lakes and lagoons.
Through these lands both so distant and so close, from the lively streets of towns to traditional villages, from preserved places to sacred sites, the discovery approach of our travels allows an incomparable immersion and change of scenery.
Benin, a small country that deserves a big detour!
Each year, on January 10, Benin organizes the Voodoo Festival .
This great cultural and religious meeting is an appeal to humanity for religious tolerance and the culture of peace.
This trip is organized in such a way as to allow travelers to experience this unique event in great detail. Traditional dances, sacred masks, prayers and incantations, libations, what incredible discoveries!
Ten days of cultural immersion in the heart of voodoo to understand the real meaning of voodoo: the path to the supreme god Mahou. He wants to be saving, benevolent and protective.
Opting for this trip also means being able to visit tribal villages / camps, such as those of the Woodabés or the Toffins, and discover the history of the country in Ouidah, Abomey or Dassa-Zoumé.
Finally, it is the perfect opportunity to discover enchanting landscapes in a country not yet converted to mass tourism.
The Price Includes.
A certified English speaking guide.
Private ground transportation.
Full accommodation in hotels mentioned or similar (Double room basis, breakfast included).
The activities mentioned and the entrance fees to the visit sites.
The Price Does Not Include
Visits / activities not mentioned or said to be free.
Meals, drinks, extras, tips.
Personal expenses.
International flights and visa fees.
Everything that does not appear in “The price includes:”
Important
Maximum number of participants per group: 10 people.
Are you going alone, as a couple or in a small group (less than 10 people)? you will join a group on site (without being separated).
Is your group larger than 10 people (company group, etc.)? contact us.
Do you want to privatize your stay (less than 10 people)? contact us and we will send you a quote quickly.
Payment
50% on order.
100% 45 days before departure.
100% when ordering for any registration between 20 and 45 days before departure.
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Traveler Information
Duration
10 Days / 9 Nights
Circuit type
Discovery
Difficulty
1 boot