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Guides for driving in Benin
Practical answers to plan journeys, excursions and arrivals in Cotonou and across Benin.
IllustrationDriving in Benin: a practical guide
Licences, traffic, fuel and practical habits for confident travel.
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IllustrationCotonou to Ouidah by car
Plan a day in Ouidah, choose the right car and leave time for the coast.
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IllustrationArriving at Cotonou Airport
Where to meet us, which documents to prepare and how to save time.
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IllustrationPorto-Novo from Cotonou: heritage and creativity
A half-day in Benin’s capital with an itinerary confirmed before departure.
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IllustrationGanvié: planning a lakeside city visit
Reach the Abomey-Calavi landing stage and arrange the lake visit separately.
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IllustrationGrand-Popo from Cotonou: a day on the coast
A coastal return trip with an optional Ouidah stop and agreed timings.
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IllustrationAbomey and its Royal Palaces from Cotonou
A full-day journey to a UNESCO World Heritage property.
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IllustrationDassa or Kétou: planning a long road journey
Two possible destinations, with one route confirmed before booking.
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IllustrationKoutammakou: a tour to Batammariba country
A multi-day tour to a transboundary cultural landscape inscribed by UNESCO.
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IllustrationPendjari: planning a responsible tour
Access, permits and local conditions must be reconfirmed before any northern departure.
Read guideIllustrationArriving from Lagos: the Sèmè-Kraké border and the road to Cotonou
Prepare the Benin–Nigeria border crossing and arrange your car on the Cotonou side.
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