More Specialist West Africa
For travellers who want to discover somewhere different
West Africa doesn’t stop at the destinations you may already know.
Beyond the established holiday favourites are countries offering extraordinary history, fascinating cultures, wildlife, dramatic landscapes and experiences that feel genuinely different from the usual holiday.
These destinations are more specialist because they generally require more planning and a more considered approach to travel. They aren’t simply about choosing a resort and flying home — they’re about the journey, the experiences and discovering somewhere that may still be relatively unknown to British holidaymakers.
And that’s exactly where a tailor-made holiday can make all the difference.
🇧🇯 Ancient kingdoms, fascinating traditions and a very different side of West Africa
Benin is one of those destinations that rewards the traveller who wants to look beyond the obvious.
With a rich history stretching back through the powerful Kingdom of Dahomey, Benin offers fascinating cultural experiences, historic sites, colourful markets and traditional communities. For anyone interested in West African history, this is a particularly compelling destination.
A journey could include time in Cotonou, exploring markets and experiencing modern Beninese life, before heading further afield to discover historic towns, traditional villages and important cultural sites.
The country’s connection to Vodun traditions is another fascinating part of the experience, with the opportunity to learn about beliefs and traditions that remain an important part of everyday culture.
Benin can also be combined with neighbouring countries, creating a much wider West African itinerary for travellers who want to experience several different cultures and landscapes in one journey.
Why choose Benin?
If you enjoy history, culture, photography, food and meeting people, Benin offers an opportunity to experience West Africa from a very different perspective.
This isn’t simply a destination to visit — it’s somewhere to discover and understand.
Make it your journey
Benin is best experienced as a carefully planned tailor-made holiday, allowing us to arrange the right accommodation, transport, guides and experiences around you.
Whether you’re looking for a cultural adventure or want to combine Benin with other West African destinations, we can help create the journey.
🇨🇮 Vibrant cities, extraordinary culture and tropical coastline
Côte d’Ivoire is an exciting choice for travellers who want to experience modern West Africa alongside its traditions, history and natural beauty.
Your journey could begin in Abidjan, a lively and cosmopolitan city with an energetic food, music and cultural scene. From there, you can venture beyond the city to discover colourful markets, traditional communities, historic towns and the country’s natural environments.
There are opportunities to explore national parks and wildlife, discover local culture and history, and then slow the pace down on the coast.
The result can be a wonderfully varied holiday — perhaps combining a few nights in the city with cultural experiences and wildlife before finishing with time beside the Atlantic.
Why choose Côte d’Ivoire?
Because it offers a chance to experience a less familiar side of West Africa.
It’s particularly appealing if you enjoy food, culture, history, wildlife, photography and city experiences, but still want the option of beaches and relaxation.
Make it your journey
Côte d’Ivoire isn’t a conventional UK package-holiday destination, which is exactly why tailor-made travel works so well here.
We can look at the best way to combine flights, accommodation, transport, guides and experiences to create a holiday that suits your interests and preferred pace.
Want to explore somewhere different? Côte d’Ivoire could be the perfect place to start.
🇹🇬 Mountains, markets, beaches and traditional villages
Small in size but incredibly varied, Togo is a destination that packs a surprising amount into one journey.
Start in Lomé, the country’s lively capital, where colourful markets, local food and everyday West African life provide an introduction to Togo.
Then head inland and the landscape changes dramatically. Mountains, lush countryside and traditional villages provide opportunities to experience a more rural side of the country, while local communities offer an insight into traditions and ways of life that have developed over generations.
And then there’s the Atlantic coast.
Togo gives you the opportunity to combine culture, nature, adventure and relaxation within one tailor-made itinerary.
Why choose Togo?
Togo is ideal for travellers who want somewhere that feels authentic, varied and away from mass tourism.
You can spend time exploring markets and villages, discover spectacular landscapes, experience local culture and finish your journey relaxing beside the ocean.
It’s the kind of destination where the journey itself becomes part of the adventure.
Make it your journey
Togo requires more planning than a standard package holiday, but that’s where we come in.
We can arrange the accommodation, transport, local guides and experiences needed to create a comfortable and rewarding journey — and tailor the itinerary around what you actually want to see and do.
You might choose Togo on its own, or combine it with Benin, Côte d’Ivoire or another West African destination for a bigger adventure.
🌍 West Africa, beyond the ordinary
These destinations aren’t necessarily for everyone — and that’s precisely what makes them exciting.
If you’re looking for somewhere different, experiences rather than simply attractions, and a holiday that doesn’t come straight out of a brochure, we’d love to talk to you.
🐸 Tell us what interests you, how adventurous you want to be, and how you’d like to travel. We’ll help build the West African journey around you.
So, how do I book?
You don’t need to know exactly what you want.
That’s our job. 🐸
Tell us what interests you — perhaps it’s history, wildlife, photography, culture, food, beaches, adventure or simply the chance to go somewhere different.
We’ll talk through your ideas and create a tailor-made itinerary around you.
That could mean one destination, or we can look at combining countries and experiences to create a much bigger West African adventure.
Your holiday can include:
🌍 Tailor-made itineraries
🏨 Carefully selected accommodation
🚐 Private or shared transfers and transport
🧭 Local guides and experiences
🏖️ Beach stays
🐘 Wildlife experiences
🏛️ History & cultural experiences
✈️ International flights and onward travel
You tell us what you’d love to experience. We’ll work out how to make it happen.
Ready to go beyond the ordinary?
Get in touch and let’s start planning your West African adventure. 🐸🌍
Some of these destinations are developing tourism markets, so availability, routing and travel requirements can vary. We’ll advise you on the practicalities and the best way to experience them at the time you travel.
