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Highlights of West Africa

From wild Atlantic beaches to traditional tribal lands and friendly locals, West Africa has a raw and vitalising energy that has to be seen to be believed. Less visited than the east, West Africa offers an array of exotic, once-in-a-lifetime experiences for adventurous travellers.
West Africa offers a mosaic of diverse landscapes and vibrant cultures, making it an ideal travel destination. Explore serene lakes, exotic wildlife and historic forts, and connect with local cultures with visits to villages, markets and Fairtrade farms. Each country in West Africa promises a unique adventure, blending natural beauty with deep cultural heritage. 

Read on to discover our highlights of West Africa - which of these destinations excites you the most?

Togo

Barely touched by tourism, Togo is a treasure trove of unfamiliar cultures and vibrant festivities. Faded European-style buildings stand firm on tree-lined boulevards in the capital city of Lome, and market stalls overflow with colourful vegetables and voodoo charms. Head into the West African rainforest to uncover a fragile ecosystem home to over 500 species of butterfly. And watch a traditional fire dance as devoted locals leap into glowing embers, performing to the hypnotic beat of thundering drums.
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Ivory Coast

Explore the remote villages of the Ivory Coast and get to know traditional life through spending time with locals. Meet the Baule people who are known for their intricate handicrafts and Goli masks made from cow, antelope and crocodile. Meanwhile, in the Senoufo villages you’ll learn about the secret ‘Poro’ society and may even see a traditional mask ceremony known locally as the panther dance.
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Senegal

Cruise along tranquil waterways teeming with wildlife in Senegal’s Djoudj National Park. One of West Africa’s most significant birdlife sanctuaries, gaggles of geese roost on the banks after long flights over the Sahara desert, and large flocks fly in perfect harmony across clear blue skies. Watch local people harvest salt from the beautiful fuchsia-pink waters of Lac Rose, and tap along to cheerful jazz in the streets of St Louis while savouring a traditional dish of thieboudienne in a local bar.
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The Gambia

For an unforgettable West Africa wildlife adventure, join a cruise along the Gambia River. Flowing along the length of The Gambia, these waters are home to monkey swinging in the trees, hippos wallowing in the shallows and crocodile lurking in mangrove swamps. Another popular highlight is a visit to the Kiang West National Park. One of the largest protected areas in The Gambia, keep a look out for baboon, warthog, bushbuck and colobus monkey. 
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Ghana

Ghana is a must for wildlife lovers: spot vibrant birdlife at Kakum National Park and elephants, antelopes and more in Mole National Park. Experience rural life with visits to Fairtrade cocoa farms and local villages, including Adanwomasi. The village is the birthplace of Ghana’s colourful Kente cloth and still produces some of the country’s finest cloth – you’ll learn the history of the designs and meet skilled weavers who use traditional looms. End the day with the perfect backdrop as you take an evening cruise along the Volta River, for more wonderful views and birdlife sightings. 
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From big, beautiful landscapes, abundant wildlife to vibrant cultures and traditional cuisine, Africa is an incredible continent just waiting to be discovered.
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