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Benin

Where Culture Meets the Water

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Benin's Unique Cultural Immersion

Benin is where ancient traditions meet modern West African life. From the floating village of Ganvié to the sacred voodoo temples of Ouidah, experience a culture unlike anywhere else on earth.

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Ganvié Floating Village

Explore Africa's Venice - a village built entirely on stilts in Lake Nokoué.

Experiences:
Boat tour through village
Meet local fishermen
Traditional crafts
Water-based life experience
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Ouidah Temple of Python

Sacred voodoo temple where pythons roam freely. Deep dive into Benin's spiritual heritage.

Experiences:
Temple visit & blessing
Route des Esclaves walk
Voodoo history
Sacred python encounters
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Dantokpa Market

West Africa's largest open-air market. A sensory explosion of colors, sounds, and flavors.

Experiences:
Local artisan goods
Fresh produce & spices
Traditional textiles
Street food tasting
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Porto-Novo Royal Palace

Explore Benin's capital and its ethnographic museum showcasing royal heritage.

Experiences:
Royal Palace tour
Ethnographic exhibits
Traditional architecture
Colonial history
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Fidjrosse & Popo Beach

Relax at beachfront resorts with private cabanas and ocean views.

Experiences:
Private beach cabanas
Fresh seafood
Sunset cocktails
Beach volleyball
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Cotonou Food Tour

Guided street food crawl with a private chef showcasing Beninese cuisine.

Experiences:
Akara & Amiwo tasting
Grilled fish & plantains
Palm wine experience
Private chef pop-up

Your Benin Week

Mon
Airport transfer & settle-in
Tue
Dantokpa Market tour
Wed
Ganvié boat village
Thu
Ouidah Temple & Route des Esclaves
Fri
Porto-Novo Museum & Palace
Sat
Fidjrosse Beach relaxation
Sun
Cotonou food tour & chef pop-up

Why Benin is Unmissable

Benin offers cultural experiences you simply cannot find anywhere else in West Africa

Floating Village Life

Experience daily life in Africa's only water-based community

Voodoo Heritage

Visit sacred temples where voodoo originated

Authentic Cuisine

Taste dishes that haven't changed in centuries

Benin Package Includes

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Cotonou Accommodation

Central apartment near Grand Marché

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Ganvié Boat Tours

Full-day floating village experience

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Food Experiences

Street food tour + private chef dinner

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Market Access

Guided tours of Dantokpa Market

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Beach Days

Private cabanas at Fidjrosse

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Daily Transport

Private driver for all activities