Benin X TOGO: a Journey Back to Abomey

Bénin and Togo

HN
Haitian Nomad
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325 reviews
Nov 5 - 12, 2021
Group size: 1 - 15
Benin X TOGO: a Journey Back to Abomey
Bénin and Togo

Haitian Nomad
  • Email address verified
325 reviews

$3,000
Deposit: $500
Nov 5 - 12, 2021
Group size: 1 - 15

About this trip

This trip to Bénin & Togo--and most specifically the former kingdom of Dahomey will be one of the biggest and most memorable Haitian Nomad trips to date. This is the land our ancestors ruled as kings and queens, this is where the real Dahomey Amazonians woman warriors (seen in Black panther) protected the king and defended their kingdom.

Haitians particularly are for the most part descendants of this land, it is the spirit of those ancestors that inspired them to fight the evils of colonization and it is those same women warriors who taught them their military tactics. You'll embark on an unforgettable journey through Benin and then cross into togo and re-discover every fiber of your existence.

Most of the slaves from Benin were imported to South Carolina (36%), Virginia (23%), Gulf Coast (28%) and Florida (9,8%) so The people will seem familiar, as will the food and the music, the religions and traditions. Even more subtle distinctions, like mannerisms, sayings and body language, will be familiar to you. 


ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND ADJUSTMENT

Who is this trip for?

This is for you if you easily adjust in social settings, you go with the flow and make the most of any situations, you're comfortable "trooping it" if needs be, you don't have super strict dietary needs and you fit in easily everywhere you go. 

This trip is NOT for you if:

 If you cannot get used to unexpected changes, getting in small boats---this is not for you. If you lack patience & have issues with tipping, this is also not for you. You must also be able to secure the Yellow fever vaccine in order to participate on this trip. (There is currently a shortage of this vaccine in the U.S. with some availability at Passporthealth locations and other travel clinics).

What’s included

  • Airport transfers
    Round Trip airport transfers at specific times
  • Accommodations
    Single or Double Accommodations
  • All tours
  • All entrance fees
  • All guides
    (Tipping extra and REQUIRED)
  • ALL MEALS
    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Daily

What’s not included

  • Extra meals
    (besides your 3 daily meals)
  • Payment Processing fees
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tips
    Trip is not for you if you have issues tipping
  • Airfare (flights)
  • Personal items
  • Visas
    If any needed

Available Packages

Double Occupancy Room
$3,000
Deposit: $500
Single Occupancy Room
$3,750
Deposit: $750

Available Add-Ons

Flight booking assistance
$50
$3,000
Deposit: $500


Itinerary

Welcome
Arrival

November 5th

Your Organizer


HN
Haitian Nomad
325 reviews
Welcome to Haitian Nomad, a premier travel company dedicated to curating and hosting unforgettable cultural experiences around the globe. At Haitian Nomad, we believe that travel is not just about visiting new places, but about immersing oneself in the richness of diverse cultures, forging connections, and creating lifelong memories. Our mission is to provide you with meticulously designed itineraries that go beyond the tourist trail, offering authentic and immersive experiences that showcase the true essence of each destination.

Reviews

It was another EPIC, EDUCATIONAL UNOFICIAL HAITIAN NOMAD GIRLS TRIP EXPERIENCE! Our Ambassador Dr. Toi Washington-Simon is an excellent fun hostess. We were greeted with a beautiful bunch of roses and our farewell gift was a beautiful Maasai Mara Shuka.. She's also a very creative story creator and teller. IYKYK 😆 🤣 😂 In Zanzibar our tour guides Steven and Steven were excellent. Our visit with the Mamas of Zanzibar was a great cultural immersion experience. We got dressed up in their traditional wear and went to the market to buy our ingredients to cook our lunch. This experience was reminiscent of going to the market with my grandmother on Saturday mornings. The food was delicious. Swimming with the tortoises was an EPIC experience. Kenya was another EPIC adventure. Feeding the giraffes, elephants and going to the safari were excellent experiences. Visiting the Maasa Mara was a very educational cultural experience. Watching them jump and learning their History was fascinating. Getting a chance to Jump with them was a dream come through. Our tour guide uncle George is a natural comedian. 😆 🤣 😂. He and his staff are excellent tour guides. I stayed for 2 extra days after the group left and Ben, who works with the company took me on a very interesting and educational tour of Nairobi. I even had the opportunity to dance in the Bomas Of Kenya Auditorium. That's the venue where the winner of the presidential election in Kenya is declared I also visited the Homestead there. Very interesting and educational. As always our accommodations were Top Tier and it was a fun group of sisters. If you want a really GREAT, EPIC, EDUCATIONAL, CULTURAL, IMMERSION EXPERIENCE BOOK YOUR NEXT VACATION, ADVENTURE EXPERIENCE WITH HAITIAN NOMAD. ASAP! See you soon.
By Debra H for Kenya & Zanzibar 2025 on Mar 26, 2025
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The Ghana trip was everything I could ask for and more. Filled with history, culture, delicious food, knowledgeable tour guides, and top-tier hotels, it was an amazing time.
By SHAYNA W for Ghana: The Black Star 2025 on Mar 10, 2025
Beautiful accommodations and wonderful events. Haitian Nomad exceeds my expectations everytime. The host was personable, responsive, and just amazing.
By Fredeline B for Kenya & Zanzibar 2025 on Mar 04, 2025
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Epic!!! You are so welcome for all the free advertisement. Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. I can't stop talking about my trip. It was so beautiful and the food was amazing.
By Renee P for Thailand 2025 : Discovery & Indulgence on Feb 27, 2025
My 2nd trip with HN. 3rd already booked and waiting on 4th. Great people, great food and always once in a lifetime experience. Every detail is accounted for! I’m so glad to have found HN and I don’t have to wait for someone to travel with anymore! Book the trip and GO! You will not regret it!
By Shivani K for Thailand 2025 : Discovery & Indulgence on Feb 24, 2025
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My favorite memory was when I celebrated my 50th birthday all year. During this year, I experienced my first trip to Haiti and Saut-d'eau. I got no picture to share. 🚫 This was a spiritual voyage for me, but I didn’t know it until I experienced it. This trip was also a highlight of my life. Thank you HNM! Congratulations on your success! Donna Marie
By on 15 Sep, 2024
My trip to the Amalfi Coast with Haitian Nomad was beyond Excellent. Haitian Nomad exceeded my expectations in quality, organization, and leadership. Richard's leadership qualities and abilities are what you look for when hiring a company hosting trips all over the world with over 20+ participants at one time. The Amalfi Coast was my first trip this past June - and it won't be my last. I enjoyed everything from the beginning - all the way to the end. The accommodations and comradery was great. I have to say that I have met some amazing people that I will continue to build a relationship with. Do not hesitate..... choose a destination and give Haitian Nomad a try..... Happy Traveling.
By Nadia A on 24 Jun, 2024
Let me start off with saying I had a ball on the trip. Toi was the best ambassador she had everything planned out for us. It was a trip that was well needed and I was glad that I took the chance to go half way around the world and I had a blast. Toi gets 200 stars she was the best. I would go on another trip as long as Toi is the ambassador. Toi thank you so much for showing up and showing out the best. I had a blast.
By Sidonie Q on 17 Apr, 2024
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