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West Africa coast
🌍 West Africa

Rhythms, Roots
& Coastal Heritage

15 Destinations Ghana · Senegal · Nigeria · Ivory Coast · Benin · Togo Best Nov – Mar
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Slave Castles
UNESCO World Heritage sites telling the story of the African diaspora
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Vibrant Festivals
Lagos Carnival, Ghana's Homowo, Senegal's Saint-Louis Jazz
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Gulf of Guinea
Pristine beaches, fishing villages and historic ports of call
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Ancient Kingdoms
Dahomey palaces, Ashanti gold heritage, voodoo traditions
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Countries We Cover

Ghana
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Gateway to Africa
Ghana
Cape Coast and Elmina Castles, the Ashanti Kingdom in Kumasi, Accra's vibrant art scene, and beaches along the Gulf of Guinea. Ghana is West Africa's warmest welcome.
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Nigeria
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Giant of Africa
Nigeria
Lagos' creative energy, ancient bronze casting in Benin City, Yankari's wildlife, the Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove, and Calabar's historic slave trade museum.
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Senegal
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Teranga Land
Senegal
Île de Gorée's poignant history, Saint-Louis' colonial charm, the pink waters of Lake Retba, and the vast bird reserves of Djoudj National Park.
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Ivory Coast
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Jewel of the Lagunes
Côte d'Ivoire
Abidjan's modern skyline and St. Paul's Cathedral, the colonial capital of Grand-Bassam, Taï National Park's chimpanzees, and the Senufo villages of Korhogo.
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Benin
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Royal Palaces & Sacred Traditions
Benin
The Royal Palaces of Abomey (UNESCO), the floating village of Ganvié, Pendjari National Park's elephants and lions, and the historic Route of the Slaves in Ouidah.
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Togo
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Africa in Miniature
Togo
From the palm-fringed beaches of Lomé to the Koutammakou landscape of the Batammariba mud tower-houses, Togo packs immense cultural diversity into a small space.
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Ghana Heritage
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West Africa · Ghana
Ghana Heritage & Roots Tour
Trace the journey from Cape Coast's dungeons to the door of no return. Visit Ashanti craft villages and Accra's creative art scene.
From$1,450
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Senegal
West Africa · Senegal
Senegal: Teranga & Tradition
Île de Gorée's solemn history, Saint-Louis jazz clubs, Lac Rose adventures, and the wild beauty of Djoudj's pelican colonies.
From$1,850
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Nigeria
Cultural
West Africa · Nigeria
Nigeria's Ancient Arts & Lagos Pulse
Discover the bronzes of Benin City, the sacred grove of Osun-Osogbo, and the electric energy of Lagos' art and music scene.
From$2,100
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Travel Essentials

Know Before You Go

✈️ Getting There
Major hubs: Accra (ACC), Lagos (LOS), Dakar (DSS), Abidjan (ABJ)
Delta, British Airways, Emirates, and Africa World Airlines connect the region
Regional flights are efficient for multi-country itineraries
🌡️ Best Time to Visit
Nov – Mar: Dry season, lower humidity, perfect for cultural exploration and beaches
Aug – Sep: Festival season (Homowo, Osun-Osogbo)
Avoid peak Harmattan (Dec–Jan) if sensitive to dusty winds
💉 Health Precautions
Yellow fever vaccination required for all West African countries
Malaria prophylaxis essential — mosquito nets widely provided
Bottled water and hygienic street food guidance provided by Pier One
💼 Visas & Currency
Most West African visas available on arrival or e-visa (Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal)
CFA Franc (XOF) used in 8 countries; Ghana Cedi (GHS) and Naira (NGN) elsewhere
Pier One provides full visa support and local currency advice

Discover the Soul of West Africa

From ancient kingdoms to modern art capitals, West Africa's rhythm will change you. Let Pier One guide you home.

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