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Cradle of Voodoo

13 days
From Lome to Accra
4.1
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in German
Group Size 6 - 12
All Ages Welcome
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Highlights

  • Explore Lome's vibrant markets and Voodoo sites
  • Witness a traditional knife dance near Lome
  • Visit Togoville and attend a Zangbeto ceremony
  • Discover Ouidah's slave history and Voodoo culture
  • Tour the stilt village of Ganvie and Abomey's palaces

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Individual arrival in Togo
  2. Day 2 Lomé: Akodessewa fetish market - governor's palace - knife dance
  3. Day 3 Colonial history in Togoville - Border crossing to Benin - Zangbeto in Grand Popo
  4. Day 4 Traces of the slave trade in Ouidah - Ganvié stilt village - Cotonou
  5. Day 5 Street art in Cotonou - royal city of Abomey (UNESCO) - Egungun ceremony
  6. Day 6 Rocks of Dassa - Dankoly fetish - Yom culture - Natitingou
  7. Day 7 Clay castles of the Somba and Tamberma (UNESCO) - Border crossing to Togo - Blacksmith village of Tchare - Kara
  8. Day 8 Iron mining and Bassar fire dance - Crossing the border to Ghana - Tamale
  9. Day 9 Kintampo Falls - Boabeng Fiema Monkey Sanctuary - Ashanti Ceremony - Techiman
  10. Day 10 Akwasidae Festival in Kumasi - Manhyia Palace Museum - Kejetia Market
  11. Day 11 Drive to the Gold Coast - Elmina Fortress (UNESCO) - Anomabo beach
  12. Day 12 Kakum National Park - Cape Coast Castle (UNESCO) - Accra
  13. Day 13 City tour in Accra - individual onward or departure journey
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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  • Additional Services
4.1
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Number of tours

462

Age Range

5 to 85 years old

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Response rate

84%

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Customer Reviews

  • Viola
    · October 19th, 2024
    Our trip to Namibia was a unique experience, accompanied by our great guide Phinahas, who gave us many impressions of the country, the wildlife and the plants in a diplomatic and competent manner. Phinahas deserves 4 stars for his guidance and commitment!
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  • Stefan
    · July 11th, 2024
    Our expectations were exceeded. Impressive safari experiences and tours through lake manyara-Sererengeti Ngorongoro Crater-Tarangire National Parks will remain in our memories for the rest of our lives. Thank you Halilou our guide. Who took care of our well-being. We were very satisfied and we recommend Diamir without hesitation. Dieneba
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  • David
    · June 1st, 2024
    The trip was very varied and perfectly organized. The itinerary goes through 3 countries and covers almost 4,000 km. This means that on some days we drove for many hours and set off early. Even on these long days, regular breaks were taken and there was always something exciting to observe. On the last day (according to the program) we were supposed to reach the airport at around 17h00 and the official end was 18h00. We had therefore opted for a flight at 23:00 instead of 19:00. Other guests had flights at 19:00 and we arrived at the airport at 15:00. The airport has a lot of "local" stores, so the time passed quickly. The tour guides are impressive and have a broad and detailed knowledge of the different countries, cultures, wildlife, nature, astronomy... In addition, they have excellent organizational skills, are safe drivers and can conjure up really good menus with the mobile kitchen. We were completely satisfied with the tour and our expectations were exceeded. The tour is highly recommended for nature and animal lovers looking for a little adventure.
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Dates & Availability

13 days
Cradle of Voodoo
From Lome to Accra

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What our customers ask about this tour

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    Barry

    Asked on July 6th, 2025

    Is there any exception to the age limit? I am 87, but still not in need of care.

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    • DIAMIR ErlebnisreisenOperatorWritten July 2025

      Hello, you can participate in the tour - there is no age limit in this regard. Looking forward to your further inquiry.

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      Barry

      TravelerWritten July 2025

      Are 2 spots still available for the tour in October this year?

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      Barry

      TravelerWritten July 2025

      I would be grateful for an offer in January for two people.

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      Barry

      TravelerWritten July 2025

      The program appeals to my grandson (an American) and me. Please provide me with the tour price for single rooms.

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    Kathleen

    Asked on June 12th, 2024

    do you have something similar operated in english?

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    • DIAMIR ErlebnisreisenOperatorWritten June 2024

      Our guides on this tour speak English, German, French and also the local languages - but our tours in this area are always in german - and all of our clients are german speaking. Are you still interested?

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      Kathleen

      TravelerWritten June 2024

      That would be great if you can ask for another agency- especially if all your clients are German speaking I would struggle in that.

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      Kathleen

      TravelerWritten June 2024

      unfortunately the price is too high for me at the moment and the dates are bit late.

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Tour ID: 237706

  • Currencies
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    CFA Franc BCEAO
    Benin and Togo
    $
    US Dollar
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, D, M, G.

    Type C
    Benin and Togo
    Type E
    Benin and Togo
    Type F
    Benin and Togo
    Type D
    Ghana
    Type M
    Ghana
    Type G
    Ghana
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Benin, Ghana and Togo. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Benin, Ghana and Togo. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Benin, Ghana and Togo. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Benin, Ghana and Togo. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Benin, Ghana and Togo. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Benin, Ghana and Togo. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Benin, Ghana and Togo. Ideally 3 weeks before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Required for entrance into the country for Benin, Ghana and Togo. Ideally 10 days before travel.
  • Visa
    • 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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