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Magical Benin, Togo & Ghana With The Annual Ouidah Voodoo

Program Overview

Join us on an unforgettable journey across Benin, Togo, and Ghana, highlighted by two remarkable cultural events — the Ouidah Voodoo Festival and the Akwasidae Festival. Experience the vibrant traditions, spirituality, and heritage of West Africa through lively ceremonies, colorful processions, and authentic local encounters. Begin in Cotonou and Porto-Novo, exploring their rich history and the Royal Palace of King Toffa. In Ouidah, witness sacred voodoo rituals and gain insight into one of Africa’s oldest belief systems. Continue to Togo, discovering Lomé’s bustling market, the twin doll festival, and Togoville via a scenic boat cruise on Lake Togo. Then, journey to Ghana, where you’ll explore Accra, Cape Coast Castle, and the lush Kakum National Park, culminating in the grandeur of the Akwasidae Festival. Enjoy comfortable stays, delicious cuisine, and deep cultural immersion in this once-in-a-lifetime West African adventure.

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Program Highlights

Attend the Ouidah Voodoo Festival – Witness captivating rituals, dances, and spiritual traditions unique to Benin.
Experience the Akwasidae Festival – Celebrate Ashanti royalty and culture in a dazzling display of drums, color, and pageantry.
Explore Ouidah and Porto-Novo – Visit the Royal Palace of King Toffa and learn about Benin’s royal and colonial heritage.
Cruise on Lake Togo to Togoville – Enjoy a scenic journey and discover traditional beliefs and local crafts.
Discover Ghana’s rich history – Tour Cape Coast Castle, Kakum National Park, and the bustling city of Accra.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
In-Country Transportation To & From Project
Guide / Chaperone
Pre-Departure Orientation
In-Country Orientation

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Locations

  • Ghana
  • Benin
  • Togo

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026, 2027, 2028

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • French
  • Education
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

9+

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