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Ganvié Immersion

Ganvié Immersion

  • 4 hours
  • up to 20 participants
  • In French and English

About this experience

Step away from the usual tourist route and discover Ganvié through the eyes of the people who call this extraordinary lake village home. Your experience begins with a scenic boat ride across Lake Nokoué as we make our way into Ganvié, one of Benin’s most remarkable cultural destinations. During the experience, you will: • Navigate through the waterways of Ganvié by boat • Discover houses, markets and everyday life built around the lake • Meet local people and learn about their traditions and livelihoods • Discover the importance of fishing and the lake to the community • Visit local places and interact with the community in a respectful and authentic way • Learn fascinating stories about Ganvié and its history • Have opportunities to take memorable photos of this unique environment • Enjoy a genuine cultural experience away from a simple sightseeing tour What makes this experience special is the human connection. We don't simply take you to Ganvié, show you a few places and leave. We create opportunities for you to interact with the community and understand how life really works on the lake. Whether you are a first-time visitor to Benin, a photographer, a culture lover, a family, or simply someone looking for an unforgettable experience, Ganvié has something to offer.

What's included

  • Transport en pirogue motorisée sur le lac Nokoué
  • Guide local / accompagnateur
  • Visite de Ganvié et découverte de la vie quotidienne sur le lac
  • Rencontres et échanges avec la communauté locale
  • Découverte des activités traditionnelles, notamment la pêche
  • Temps libre pour

What's not included

  • Transport aller-retour depuis votre hôtel à Cotonou (sauf si l’option est réservée)
  • Repas et boissons (sauf mention contraire)
  • Frais d’entrée ou activités supplémentaires non mentionnés
  • Achats personnels et souvenirs
  • Pourboires et dépenses personnelles
  • Services photo/vidéo professionnels

What to bring

  • Crème solaire
  • Chapeau ou casquette
  • Une bouteille d’eau
  • Lunettes de soleil
  • Vêtements légers et confortables
  • Chaussures confortables
  • Appareil photo ou téléphone pour immortaliser l’expérience
  • Répulsif anti-moustiques
  • Un peu d’argent liquide pour les dépenses personnelles ou l’achat de souvenirs
  • Un imperméable léger en cas de pluie

Location

Abomey-Calavi, Bénin

Days and times

Every day
09:00 – 17:00

Bookable at least 24 h in advance

Cancellation

Flexible: full refund up to 24 hours before the booked day; after that, no refund.

Deadlines count from 00:00 on the booked day (the activity’s start, or the vehicle pick-up), Cotonou time. Service fees are not refunded when you cancel. If the host or Kaabia cancels, everything you paid is owed to you.

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25 000 FCFA / person

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25 000 FCFA / person

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