5-Day West Africa Tour: Nigeria, Benin, Togo & Ghana

Cross four countries in five days, with guides who know the stops and borders handled in advance.

A 5-day private tour departing from Lagos that crosses Nigeria, Benin, Togo and Ghana, visiting Makoko Floating Village, Badagry Slave Route, Ouidah's Python Temple and Sacred Forest, Togoville, Lomé Fetish Market, Accra, Cape Coast Castle and Kakum National Park. The tour includes private transportation, professional local guides in English or French, all entrance fees, border crossing permits and hotel pickup. You can choose which country to start from.

The experience

The route moves through four countries in five days, stopping at sites tied to West Africa's history and culture. Day one stays in Lagos with Makoko Floating Village, Lekki Conservation Centre and Nike Arts Center. Day two crosses into Benin with a stop at Badagry Slave Center, then the Amazon Statue in Cotonou, before reaching Ouidah for the Python Temple, Museum of History and Sacred Forest. Day three heads into Togo, pausing at Togoville and Agbodrafo Slave House before the Fetish Market in Lomé. Day four moves into Ghana, passing the Independence Monument and Grand Marche market in Togo, then touring Accra's Independence Arch. Day five goes to Cape Coast Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Kakum National Park before returning to Accra.

Private transportation and a professional local guide handle the logistics that usually slow multi-country trips: border crossings are arranged, permits are secured, and the vehicle stays with you throughout. The guide speaks English or French and knows the stops well enough to move between them without the usual delays. Hotel pickup is included, and bottled water travels with you. All entrance fees and taxes are paid upfront, so there's no negotiation at each gate.

You can start the tour from any of the four countries depending on where you arrive, and the itinerary can flex around your flight schedule. The tour ends in Accra, from where you catch your onward flight or move to your next destination. Specialized infant seats are available if you're traveling with small children, and the pace suits all fitness levels.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• professional local guide in English or French.
• hotel pickup.
• all entrance fees to attractions.
• border crossing permits for all four countries.
• bottled water.
• all taxes and fees.

Options for this experience

5 options

A three-day journey through Benin and TogoGuide in English or French · No fixed timeA three-day journey through Benin and Togo: Over this adventure, you'll explore captivating historic centers and the rich culture of these two West African countries. Duration: 3 days. Bottled water and soft drinks: Bottled water and soft drinks are provided for refreshment at every stop of the tour. Benin to Togo: The tour can begin in either of the two countries. Unique experience: This three-day tour offers a distinctive experience and lasting memories through the local traditions and customs of Africa.

Benin, Togo and Ghana over 4 daysGuide in English or French · No fixed timeBenin, Togo and Ghana over 4 days: Setting out on this 4-day adventure, you will deepen your appreciation of African heritage across three countries. Duration: 4 days. Drinks: Bottled water and soft drinks are available for refreshment at all points of the tour. Benin-Togo-Ghana: The tour can start in either Benin or Ghana. Culture and history: This tour lets you experience local cultures and traditions and visit the top attractions in Togo, Benin and Ghana. Pickup is included

A three-day tour covering Ghana and TogoGuide in English or French · No fixed timeGhana and Togo tour in 3 days: This tour lets you experience local cultures and traditions and visit the top attractions in Togo and Ghana. Duration: 3 days. Gain a complete overview of West Africa as you embark on these tours. Drinks: Bottled water and soft drinks are provided for refreshment at all points of the tour. Togo to Ghana: The tour can start from either Togo or Ghana. Culture and heritage: This is the best tour for exploring the beautiful culture, history and heritage of Ghana and Togo. Pickup is included

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Nigeria, Benin and Togo in 4 daysGuide in English or French · No fixed timeNigeria, Benin and Togo in 4 days: Gain a complete overview of West Africa as you journey through these three countries. Duration: 4 days. Drinks: Bottled water and soft drinks are provided for refreshment at all points of the tour. Nigeria-Benin-Togo: The tour can begin in either Nigeria or Togo. History and cultural experience: This tour lets you experience local cultures and traditions and visit the top attractions in Togo, Benin and Nigeria. Pickup is included

A 5-day West African adventure covering Nigeria, Benin, Togo and GhanaGuide in English or French · No fixed timePickup is included

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (16 to 70 years) · Child (6 to 15 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 6 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 16 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats available

Operated by Samap Travels & Tours LTD

Is this one for you?Book this if you're crossing four countries in five days and want a private vehicle and guide who navigate the borders for you, so you move at a steady pace hitting both major sites and smaller stops without the logistics work.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 15 years); Infant (under 6): free.

Do we actually go inside Cape Coast Castle, or just see it from outside?

Cape Coast Castle includes a museum visit, so you go inside the UNESCO World Heritage Site on day five. The tour covers both the castle and its museum before returning to Accra.

What happens at the Python Temple in Ouidah?

The Python Temple in Ouidah is one of three stops on day two in Benin, along with the Museum of History and Sacred Forest. The itinerary does not detail what the visit involves, but it is a named cultural site included in the tour.

Are the border crossings difficult, or does the guide handle them?

Border crossing permits are arranged and included before the tour starts, and the private guide manages the crossings. The tour is designed to make moving between Nigeria, Benin, Togo and Ghana seamless, though you will need valid travel documents for each country.

Can I start the tour in Benin or Ghana instead of Lagos?

Yes, you can choose which country to start from. The itinerary is flexible around your arrival point, so if you land in Accra or Cotonou, the tour can begin there instead of Lagos.

Is lunch included during the five days?

The tour includes entrance fees, transport, bottled water and border permits. Meals are not listed in the inclusions, so you will arrange dining separately or discuss meal options with the guide.