Excursion Lomé highlights tour at Lome

Discover the highlights of Lomé, the largest city and capital of Togo that offers a flavor of Togolese culture, from its old colonial town to its modern-looking independence square. See one of the city's many museums and one of the markets for a look at the old and modern life of Togo.

Depart from the ship and drive to Akodessewa Fetish Market, one of the largest voodoo markets in West Africa, where a unique charms, herbs and traditional items reveal Togolese spiritual practices.

Next, not far away visit Palais de Lomé, a beautifully restored colonial palace that now houses contemporary African art exhibitions and lush gardens. Enjoy a guided walk through the property and learn about today’s culture and history.

Conclude your tour with a visit to the lively Central Market (Grand Marché), a bustling hub of local life famous for its vibrant textiles, fresh produces, and the legacy of the Nana Benz traders, offering a true feel of Lomé’s colorful culture and history. Take your time to browse and possibly do some shopping before making your return to the ship.

Note

Please note: Togo is a very-low-income country with very basic infrastructure, and vastly different to the western culture mentality. Local conditions may be challenging; therefore, we urge flexibility and understanding as we visit unique and somewhat remote destinations. Coaches, guides, equipment, and services are the best-available in the area, but may not be up to the standards of those found on other excursions. This excursion involves a moderate amount of walking at times over uneven, bumpy and unpaved surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach, making this excursion unsuitable for guests with walking difficulties. Order of sites visited may vary from description. Please be advised during the fetish market visit, guests will encounter displays of preserved animal specimens and animal livestock for cultural purposes. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, sun protection and insect repellant is recommended. Anticipate high temperatures and humidity and we recommend staying hydrated by bringing your water bottle. Guests are informed that tips to local guides and drivers are at the guest’s discretion.