Overview

The Togolese Republic is located in West Africa and bordered by Burkina Faso to the North, Ghana to the West, and Benin to the East. A variety of languages are spoken in Togo, but the country's official language is French.

Togo is considered to be a Sub-Saharan country with a subtropical climate. Its mild weather is suitable for agriculture and the country heavily relies on this. Once considered the Pearl of West Africa, its soothing beaches, outlandish markets, and friendly people are the highlights of the country.

Activities & Attractions

Lome, which is the capital of Togo, is one of the country's leading tourist destinations. Some of the popular tourist attractions there are Grand Market, Voodoo Market, Togo National Museum, Lake Togo, Lome Cathedral, and 2 Fevrier Sofitel Hotel. The University of Lome is also worth a visit.

Lome is also home to several white, sandy beaches. Davie, Aneho and Togoville are among the many excursion spots tourists can enjoy. Other places that are worth checking out in Togo are Agbodrafo, Badou and Bassar.

In Togo's National Parks visitors can see elephants, buffaloes, antelope and many types of tropical birds. Lastly, you can visit the traditional mud-tower settlements of the Batammariba, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Lodging

When it comes to lodging in Togo, there are several options for people to consider. Some of the best places in Togo with decent amenities are in Lome. However, there are many small hotels and motels available throughout the country at affordable prices.

For long term accommodations you can rent a home or a condo. Compared to hotel rooms they are not very easy to find, but they are ideal for people staying for more than just a few days. Some of the most booked hotels in Togo are Hotel Cote Sud, Hotel Equateur, Hotel Belle-vue, and Hotel Coco Beach. The links found below in the resources section can give you more information on accommodations in Togo.

Transportation

Excellent transportation is available in Togo. It has railroads, including narrow gauge lines, and both paved and unpaved highways. You can also easily get around by using buses, rental cars, and taxis. Ferry services are provided by the Mono River Port and domestic and international flights are available via Lomé-Tokoin Airport.