7 Days West African Safari Discovery Tour

7 Days West African Safari Discovery Tour

$1,979 (Per Adult)

$205 (Per Child)

$283 (Per Adult) / Day

$29 (Per Child) / Day

(Includes)

  • Meals
  • Transport
  • Accomodation
  • Sightseeing

Duration7 day(s)

LocationBenin

Start PointCotonou

End PointCotonou

AvailabilitySep 01 , 2017 to Dec 31 , 2027

Summary

This tour gives you a one-stop safari experience of West Africa. We'll visit two of the most vibrant wildlife locations in West Africa: Pendjari National Park and the W National Park, both located in northern Benin. Pendjari National park is surrounded by the beautiful Atakora Mountains and accompanying waterfall. The park is home to lions, elephants, cheetahs, baboons and plenty more. From Pendjari, the tour continues to the W National park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The park spans the countries of Niger, Benin, and Burkina Faso. It is known for its large mammals, and provides a home for some of West Africa's last wild African elephants. From W National park, we'll descend into Natitingou, where we stopover for the night and enjoy a bit of cultural exposure in the Tata Somba villages, before proceeding back to Cotonou to end the trip. This tour can be modified with the inclusion of return flight from Cotonou to Natitingou, so that you may start the tour from there to Pendjari National Park. The tour may be undertaken in a group, a budget-friendly option for friends or family. The cost of the tour package is subject to change, as hotel rates and gasoline prices fluctuate regularly. However, the tour is also flexible enough to suit your personal budget and travel wishes. While the tour is in session, visitors may be lucky enough to bear witness to any number of significant cultural events in Logba Tota - a naming ceremony, a local festival, drumming and dancing, or a church service.

Activities

  • Bird Photography
  • Camping
  • Game Walk
  • Landscape photography
  • Scenic Drive
  • Wildlife Photography
  • Game drive
  • Bird Watching
  • Culture
  • Photo-safari

Physical Condition

  • Normal Physical Condition

Connectivity

  • WiFi and phone coverage at most lodges

Day-by-day Description

Day 1Arrival in Cotonou

Bienvenu! Our friendly company driver will meet you at Cotonou International Airport to transfer you to your hotel for a trip briefing and a few hours of relaxation after your journey.

Other Benefits (On Arrival)

  • Transfer

Location

Aeroporto Internacional de Cotonou-Cadjehoun, Rue 2100, Cotonou, Benin

Travel Time: 1 hrs

Day 2Cotonou to Natitingou

Activities Included

Landscape photography Scenic Drive Culture

After breakfast at the hotel, the driver will meet you to start your journey to Natitingou in the northern part of Benin. The long and leisurely drive from the south gives you the chance to kick back and enjoy the picturesque countryside passing you by. Once you've arrived in Natitingou, check into your hotel for dinner and some rest and relaxation.

Other Benefits (On Arrival)

Location

Natitingou, Atakora, Benin

Travel Time: 9 hrs

Day 3Natitingou to Pendjari National Park

Activities Included

Bird Photography Camping Game Walk Landscape photography Scenic Drive Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird Watching Photo-safari

Depart Natitingou early in the morning after breakfast and head straight to Pendjari National Park. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and embark on an afternoon safari trip through the park. Once you've had your fill of all the natural wonder that the park has to offer, head back to your hotel for dinner and unwind for another luxurious night under African stars.

Other Benefits (On Arrival)

Location

Pendjari National Park, Tanguiéta, Atakora, Benin

Travel Time: 4 hrs

Day 4Full Day at Pendjari National Park

Activities Included

Bird Photography Landscape photography Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird Watching

Spend the entire day in the park to fully immerse yourself in this once-in-a-lifetime safari experience. If you'd like to venture outside of the park, you might want to visit the nearby waterfalls for a refreshing swim, or go hiking in the Atakora mountains to enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the scenery below.

Other Benefits (On Arrival)

Location

Pendjari National Park, Tanguiéta, Atakora, Benin

Travel Time: 2 hrs

Day 5Pendjari National Park to W National Park to Natitingou

Activities Included

Bird Photography Game Walk Landscape photography Scenic Drive Township tour Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird Watching Culture Photo-safari

Today, we'll move on from Pendjari to visit the famous W National Park, so named for its location at an unusual W-shaped river bend. When we've arrived in the park, we'll begin our safari. Keep an eye out for elephants! They are deceptively quiet and sometimes hard to spot for such enormous creatures. After a day in the park, we'll return to Natitingou, where you'll spend the night. Guests may wish to visit one of the Tata Somba villages in town for an experience of local architecture, or pay a visit to the town Museum.

Other Benefits (On Arrival)

Location

W National Park, Benin

Travel Time: 6 hrs

Day 6Natitingou to Cotonou

Activities Included

Landscape photography Scenic Drive Culture

Today, we'll head back south into Cotonou. Once we've arrived, check into your hotel for a relaxing dinner and a few hours of deserved rest.

Other Benefits (On Arrival)

Location

Cotonou, Benin

Travel Time: 9 hrs

Day 7Departure

Activities Included

Scenic Drive Township tour

Stop in the city to do some souvenir shopping before our driver drops you off at the airport in time for your departure. Thank you for choosing your adventure with us - travel safe, and enjoy the ride!

Other Benefits (On Arrival)

  • Transfer

Location

Aeroporto Internacional de Cotonou-Cadjehoun, Rue 2100, Cotonou, Benin

Travel Time: 1 hrs

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$1,979 - $205 Duration: 7 day(s)

Destination

Benin