The Voodoo Trail
Go where very few travellers venture, and follow the Voodoo trail through the authentic villages and towns of West Africa. Hike forests and mountains, meet African royalty, and enjoy remote village homestays and witness dances, trances, and possession as you trace the origins of Africa’s mystical animist religion. This is a mind-blowing experience, and has truly some of THE MOST authentic cultural interaction of any tours that Gap Adventures... more info
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Travel from Lome to Ouagadougou
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari
16 days
|From US$2999
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The Best Of Ghana & Mali
Welcome to golden West Africa. Over 26 sun-drenched days, explore English-speaking Ghana, French-speaking Mali and tiny Burkina Faso. Uncover a wealth of traditional cultures who once traded in the region's gold, spices and ivory. Experience today's lively, music-filled market cities as well as natural beauty and game viewing as spectacular as anything in East Africa. This overland journey will open your eyes to a wonderfully different... more info
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Travel from & return to Accra
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari
26 days
|From US$1380
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Nomadic West Africa (Westbound)
Time for a West African Overland Adventure that never stays still. Cruise the Niger River on a traditional pinasse boat, trek the Bandiagara Escarpment in search of the reclusive Dogon people, embark on game drives in Niokolo Koba and Mole national parks. Along the way, meet welcoming folk in four West African countries and discover some of Africa's best nightclubbing. So don't just sit there - get moving.
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Travel from Accra to Dakar
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, Overland Expeditions, Scenic
36 days
|From US$2460
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Gold, Sand & Sea
This trip showcases the music, the people and the cultural diversity that makes West Africa so special. Hang out with the sacred monkeys at Baobeng Fiema Monkey Sanctuary, and walk with the elephants in Mole National Park. Explore on foot the unique culture and villages of the Dogon People. Mali moves to its own unique beat and to this amazing sound track we will witness life on the Niger River as well as exploring the ancient trading towns of... more info
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Travel from Accra to Bamako
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, River / Canal Cruising
16 days
|From US$3885
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Nomadic West Africa (Eastbound)
Time for a West African overland journey that never stays still. Cruise the Niger River on a traditional pinasse boat, trek the Bandiagara Escarpment in search of the reclusive Dogon people, bush-bash through remote northern Mali, visit legendary Timbuktu and embark on game drives in Niokolo Koba and Mole national parks. Along the way, meet welcoming folk in four West African countries and discover some of Africa's best nightclubbing. So... more info
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Travel from Dakar to Accra
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, Overland Expeditions, Scenic
36 days
|From US$2460
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Mali - Festival Of The Desert
This special festival tour begins its journey in Ghana. We explore the Kumasi markets, the Baobeng Fiema Monkey Sanctuary, and walk with the elephants in Mole National Park. Into Burkina Faso, we overnight at lively Ouagadougou, before continuing on to Mali, home to the Dogon people, and the Tuaregs. We trek into the heart of the Dogon Country and witness life on the mighty Niger River as we travel between Mopti and the fabled ancient trading... more info
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Travel from Accra to Bamako
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, River / Canal Cruising
20 days
|From US$5050
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Sahel & Sea
The tour starts in Bamako, straddling the banks of the Niger River. It is from here that African music first leapt from the bars and clubs of the bustling Malian capital to the stages of Paris and the world as a whole. Mali moves to its own unique beat and to this amazing sound track we will explore the ancient trading towns of Djenné and Timbuktu, as well as witness life on the Niger River. Explore on foot the unique culture and villages of the... more info
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Travel from Bamako to Accra
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, River / Canal Cruising
16 days
|From US$3885
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Mali - Festival On The Niger
Soak up the atmosphere at Mali’s Festival on the Niger – with music, dancing and storytelling – it is an event in the West African calendar not to be missed. From the bustling Malian capital of Bamako, we head to Djenné, home to the famous mud mosque and Monday market. We witness life on the Niger River as we travel between Mopti and the ancient trading town, and mysterious and fabled Timbuktu. We explore the unique culture and villages of the... more info
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Travel from Bamako to Accra
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, River / Canal Cruising
20 days
|From US$5050
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Sahara, Dogons & Timbuktu
This a real insight into West Africa. Explore the slave forts and castles on the Slave Coast, walk though the tree tops on the canopy walk in the rainforest of Kakum National Park, and journey through the sands of the Sahara with the Tuareg. See animals on a guided walk in Mole National Park, and discover the amazing world of the Dogon People in Mali. Enjoy chilled out days on the boat trip to Timbuktu, and marvel at the frenetic dancing of the... more info
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Travel from Accra to Bamako
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, River / Canal Cruising
21 days
|From US$4835
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Douala To Dakar
Experience all the of West Africa's highlights on this incredible 69-day adventure. The journey begins in the vast sands of the north, where you have the chance to cruise the Niger River on a traditional pinasse boat, trek the Bandiagara Escarpment in search of the reclusive Dogon people and visit legendary Timbuktu. Head south to explore the lush tropical wilderness on game drives in Niokolo Koba and Mole national parks, then visit the... more info
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Travel from Douala to Dakar
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari
69 days
|From US$4300
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West African Empires
This a true taste of West Africa. From chilled out days on the boat trip to Timbuktu to the frenetic dancing of the local cultural group on the beach in Ghana. You will walk though the tree tops on the canopy walk in the rainforest of Kakum National Park, and through the sands of the Sahara with the Tuareg. See animals on foot in Mole National Park and discover the amazing world of the Dogon People in Mali. From the sand dunes of the Sahara to... more info
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Travel from Bamako to Accra
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, River / Canal Cruising
21 days
|From US$4835
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Dakar To Douala
Experience all the of West Africa's highlights on this incredible 69-day adventure. The journey begins in the vast sands of the north, where you have the chance to cruise the Niger River on a traditional pinasse boat, trek the Bandiagara Escarpment in search of the reclusive Dogon people and visit legendary Timbuktu. Head south to explore the lush tropical wilderness on game drives in Niokolo Koba and Mole national parks, then visit the... more info
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Travel from Dakar to Douala
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, Scenic
69 days
|From US$4300
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West Africa Explored
This grand adventure is one of amazing contrasts. Explore deserts, rainforests, mountains, valleys, and beaches. See the sights in vibrant cities and sleepy villages, dance to West African rhythms or learn to beat a drum. Walk with the animals and birds of the rainforest in Kakum National Park, and with the elephants in Mole National Park. Stretch your legs whilst exploring the unique villages of the Dogon people. Watch life slide by whilst... more info
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Travel from Accra to Bamako
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, River / Canal Cruising
28 days
|From US$6265
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West Africa In Depth
This grand adventure is truly one of contrasts. Watch life slide by whilst retracing ancient trading routes on course to the mystical gateway to the Sahara - Timbuktu. Visit the ancient city of Djenné and its famous mud mosque. Stretch your legs whilst exploring the unique villages of the Dogon people. Walk with the elephants in Mole National Park and with the animals and birds of the rainforest in Kakum National Park. Explore deserts,... more info
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Travel from Bamako to Accra
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, River / Canal Cruising
28 days
|From US$6265
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