Cotonou, Place to Go Atakora Koussoukouangou

Destination: Koussoukouangou

Come see the beautiful countryside and visit the intriguing culture of the Otammari.

Attractions

- Châteaux Otammari

The Otammari, also know as the Tata Samba will invite you to tour their home and see their culture first hand. The visit to the site will cost around 1 000 CFA.

Events/Activities:

- Walking Excursions

To get an authentic look at the culture of the Otammari/Tata Samba you will want to take a stroll to the surrounding villages where you can encounter local sights and engage in conversation with those who live here.

- Visit of the Tatas

This visit will provide an intimate introduction for the traveler to life and culture of the Otammari/Tata Samba.

General Information

Cost of travel from Cotonou:

Single place in Auto-Taxi:14 500 CFA

Seat on Bus: 13 500 CFA

Approximate Travel Time:

Auto-Taxi: 10 hours 30 minutes

Bus: 12 hours

Travel Notes

Your Auto-Taxi will take you as far as Natitingou and then you will have to take a Moto-Taxi to the falls. Prices above reflect 7 000 CFA for the Moto-Taxi.

Best time to visit

Come enjoy this cultural treasure anytime, but remember that the rains come May to November.

Lodging

Camping is always an option for the adventurous traveler. The campground is located on the site and charges 2 000 CFA per night.

Auberge de Koussoukouangou is located near the belvedere of Koussoukouangou.

Restaurants

No information is available at this time.

Le Basilique (15 km from site) is located in Quartier Kantaborifa and provides local cuisine for 1 500 CFA per plate.

Local Markets:

The village has a small local market.

South: Abomey | Allada | Cotonou | Dassa zoumé |Ganvié |Grand Popo |Ouidah |Porto Novo| Possotomé | Savalou |
North: Kandi | Kota falls |Koussoukouangou |Natitingou | Tanéka-Koko | Parakou | Nikki | Pendjari park | Tanougou waterfalls |

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