EXPLORE WEST AFRICA

Explore West Africa: 5-Day Road Adventure (Naija Explorers)

Overview

This is a guided group tour from Lagos through Benin, Togo and Ghana over the Christmas period, 23rd to 28th December 2026. It blends history, culture, beaches and city sightseeing. Travel is by air-conditioned bus, with a flight-return option for those who don't want the long drive back.

The route

The flyer lists Ghana first, but by road from Lagos the natural order is Lagos → Benin → Togo → Ghana, with the return in reverse. That means several land border crossings, which is why the passport requirement is strict. The flyer doesn't give a day-by-day schedule, so this order is my inference.

Benin

1. Python Temple (Ouidah): A sacred site of the Vodun religion, where pythons are revered and kept in the temple. It's a window into one of West Africa's most influential spiritual traditions.
2. Door of No Return (Ouidah): A memorial arch on the beach marking where enslaved Africans were taken to ships. It is a sobering, historically significant stop.
3. Amazone Statue and Graffiti Wall (Cotonou): The statue honors the Dahomey women warriors, and the graffiti wall adds a modern street-art element.

Togo

1. Lomé Independence Square: A central landmark commemorating Togo's independence, good for photos and a feel for the capital.
2. Palais de Lomé: A notable historic building in the city.
3. Art & Craft Market Lomé: A chance to shop for handmade crafts, textiles and souvenirs.
4. Koumy House Lomé: Listed on the flyer without detail, so ask the organizer what it involves.
5. Christmas in Togo: Since the trip spans Christmas, this suggests festive local experiences, though the flyer doesn't say what they are.

Ghana

1. Osu Castle (Christiansborg): A former colonial fortress and seat of government, rich in history.
2. Black Star Square: Ghana's iconic independence monument and parade ground.
3. Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park: The mausoleum and museum honoring Ghana's first president and pan-Africanist leader.
4. Labadi Beach: Accra's best-known beach, lively with music, food and vendors.
5. Aburi Botanical Garden: A cool, green escape in the hills above Accra.
6. Asenama Waterfalls: The flyer's spelling; it appears to be a nature stop in the hills outside Accra.
7. Art & Craft Market, Accra: Another shopping stop for crafts, beads, kente and souvenirs.

What's included

1. Return transport in a full AC bus
2. Daily breakfast
3. Beach hotel accommodation with sea views
4. Tour activities and entrance fees
5. Passport stamping at borders
6. Flight tickets for Flight option