Benin is a land of a deep history connected to the transatlantic slave trade and spiritual traditions. Known as the birthplace of Voodoo, it offers immersive cultural experiences, from royal palaces to vibrant markets and pristine wildlife reserves.

Highlights:

• Cotonou: Dantokpa Market, Foundation Zinsou (modern African art museum).

   

• Ouidah: Python Temple, Sacred Forest, Ouidah Slave Route.

   

• Abomey: Royal Palaces of Abomey (UNESCO World Heritage Site).

   

• Pendjari National Park: One of West Africa’s best wildlife reserves (elephants, lions, hippos).

   

Cultural Experiences:

• Attend the annual Voodoo Festival in Ouidah (January 10th).
• Witness a Kokou Trance Voodoo Ceremony
• Visit a stilt village in Ganvié (the “Venice of Africa”).

   

Recommended Tours:

• 6-Day Benin Historical & Voodoo Tour
• 10-Day Benin, Togo & Ghana Culture & Heritage Tour

4-Day Cotonou & Ouidah Experience