West Africa is Magnificent, Explore It
West Africa is famous for its rich history and cultural diversity. Be joined by storytellers and photographers as you embark on expeditions ranging from exploring unique traditional mud architecture and desert landscapes that dominate the sub-Saharan region of Northern Togo. Crawl through slave dungeons on Goree Island and along Ghana's expansive coast, encounter sacred powers endowed in the handicrafts of Benin, and enjoy sightseeing at the Basilique Notre-Dame de la Paix of Ivory Coast. Embark on an amazing trip to experience West Africa completely and spectacularly!
Ghana
Journey through the most remote regions of Ghana to discover lost tribal worlds ruled by kings, traditional chiefs, and ancient spirits. From vibrant street art festivals to experiencing ancient dinner customs, there is never a dull moment when you visit Ghana. Learn how the kente cloth was invented in the Ashanti kingdom by watching a spider...
Togo
Togo, a West African nation on the Gulf of Guinea, is known for its palm-lined beaches and hilltop villages. The capital, Lomé, houses the Grand Marché bazaar and the enchanting Fetish Market, offering powerful traditional talismans and remedies linked to the voodoo religion. The small town of Togoville is a favourite for many. Enjoy the breeze on a short boat ride to this island-like settlement and visit the Cathedral with a shrine to the Virgin Mary...
Benin
Originally called Dahomey and made up of several ancient kingdoms colonized by France in the 19th century, it became independent in 1960 and was renamed Benin in 1975. Benin boasts of an exquisite blend of culture, art, and history. Learn about the brave Dahomey warriors who led wars and protected the royals, and wandered through the sacred forest to discover its ageless secrets..
São Tomé and Príncipe
São Tomé is one of Africa's oldest colonial cities. Its name is Portuguese for ``Saint Thomas``, but it's more popular nickname is Africa's Eden. This African nation, composed of an archipelago located close to the equator in the Gulf of Guinea, is part of a volcano chain featuring striking rock and coral formations, rainforests, and beaches. São Tomé is home to the stunning Lagoa Azul lagoon...
Senegal
The country gleans its culinary inspiration from far and wide, combining French and North African influences with ancient local traditions, resulting in scrumptiously satisfying dishes. The capital Dakar is a town of pandemonius markets and boundless energy, while the ports of Saint-Louis bustle with ships and Parisian-style arcades...
Gambia
Discover the history and tradition of the smallest country in West Africa, which offers an incredible variety of landscapes, ecosystems, and human settlements without forgetting the people's art, culture, and music. Visit Jufureh, the reputed ancestral village of Kunta Kinte, the main character in Alex Haley's well-known novel Roots....
Seychelles
Seychelles is unquestionably one of the world's most gorgeous tropical island locations. Located northeast of Madagascar in the western Indian Ocean, it is made up of 115 islands that have a total area of about 1 million km2. The archipelago has everything a tropical island boasts of; palm-fringed bays, hammocks swaying...