Who dives into Benin’s history, stumbles upon slave trading, colonization, military coups and voodoo kingdoms. Not exactly a land to put high on your travel wish list? Maybe you should! The different aspects of the country’s history, its geographical location and the mix of cultures make Benin a destination worth to discover. And when you visit, will experience that the country is very tourist friendly in terms of infrastructure, public transport and the development of responsible tourism. Meet a king, visit a voodoo festival, travel by wooden boat to a stilt village, go wildlife spotting and integrate all impressions at the beach!
practical informations
| Tourist highlights: | Porto Novo, Park Pendjari, Tanougou Falls, Ganvié, Dassa, Ouidah, Cotonou |
| Capital: | Porto Novo |
| Population: | ~12 million |
| Language: | French and several local languages including Fon and Yoruba |
| Currency: | Franc CFA (XOF) |
| Voltage: | 220 V, types C and E plugs |
| Safety: | Most of the country is safe for tourists, except for the border zones with Niger and Burkina |
| Travel documents: | Passport needs to be valid for at least 6 months before arrival, most nationalities require a visa. Papillon will assist with the letter of invitation for you to apply for it. Yellow fever vaccination needed. |
