Things to do in Abidjan, Lagunes Region: The Best Tours

January 27, 2022 Almeta Stockton

Abidjan (French pronunciation: ​[abidʒɑ̃]) is the economic capital of Côte d'Ivoire and is one of the most populous French-speaking cities in Africa. According to the 2014 Côte d'Ivoire census, Abidjan's population was 4.7 million, which is 20 percent of the overall population of the country, and this also makes it the fourth most populous city proper in Africa, after Lagos, Cairo and Kinshasa. Considered the cultural crossroads of Africa, Abidjan is characterised by a high level of industrialisation and urbanisation.
Restaurants in Abidjan

1. Alternative City Tour

Novotel Abidjan, 10 Avenue Du General De Gaulle, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire Association Train & Travel
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The plateau is the business district of Abidjan, nicknamed the "Ivorian Manhattan". But although it is the administrative and financial center of the country, it also has incredible but often overlooked tourist assets. Our volunteer guide takes you to meet the merchants and artisans of the neighborhood, to discover it in another facet!

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Reviewed By gchair2020

We really enjoyed our tour of Bini Lagoon and Kofakoi village! The lagoon was absolutely beautiful, the delicious lunch was amazing and the tour of the village was educational and grounding. My coworkers had an amazing experience and highly recommend this ecotour!

2. Yamoussoukro - Largest Cathedral in the World (Francais or English)

Place De La Republique, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire Josiane Miezan
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You choose the day and time: Abidjan to Yamoussoukro (en FRANCAIS ou ANGLAIS). We leave Abidjan at 700 and drive 2.5 hours to Yamoussoukro where we will take a guided tour of the basilica, a modern marvel. We will check out the Foundation for Peace and see the outside of beloved Ivoirian President Felix Houphouet-Boigny's presidential palace and its iconic crocodile moat. Yamoussoukro has been the political capital of Cote d'Ivoire since 1983, and we'll learn why! We will eat lunch then head back to Abidjan around 1400 to arrive at approximately 1700. Sunday tour times are different. The cost includes car, driver*, and tour guide. The tip for the guide at the Basilica is not included and will be about 10,000-20,000 CFA. We can add the option to go to delicious restaurant; the cost of lunch is not included which will be about 20,000 CFA per person. If you have your own car, the price for the tour and guide is just 100 euros. Contactez-moi pour une visite de Yamoussoukro en francais!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: We will have lunch at a traditional Ivoirian restaurant!

Reviewed By AstonMC

We had a lovely tour with Josiane: You really get so much more from a city tour when you visit with a local! We saw all the main sites and some interesting places that we may have missed if we were on our own.

3. Grand Bassam City Tour & Workshop

Cap Sud, Boulevard Valéry Giscard d'Estaing, 01 B P 3747, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire Association Train & Travel
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Desirée, Anezy are the winners and winners of the DUST training, a training that allows them to develop solidarity tours to promote their region. Today, they have designed an alternative City Tour which will make you discover Grand-Bassam and its inhabitants with a fresh look, in particular through a mini tour and an encounter with craftsmen who make the particularity of Grand-Bassam. In this small town not far from Abidjan, you will quickly be seduced by the astonishing diversity of the heritage, the refinement of its inhabitants, as much on the general behavior of their environment and their habitat as on the quality of their welcome. You will hear everywhere: “Akwaba, welcome”. Our guides therefore hope, thanks to this tour, to open the doors of this charming and unique city to you through a city tour followed by a Pottery workshop.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation

Exclusions: The tour includes the option of having lunch in one of the restaurants after the Pottery workshop but lunch is not included in the price

Reviewed By eniramc30

This tour is extremely needy in Cote d'Ivoire. As an Ivorian I got to rediscover parts of my city which was a wonderful experience. The guides are very knowledgable, polite and extremely patient (we wanted to take a lot of picture haha). I t was an amazing experience.

4. Discovery Bini Lagoon

Carrefour Market Palmeraie, Boulevard François Mitterrand, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire Association Train & Travel
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The Bini Lagune estate is an ecotourism site near Abidjan. Small corner of paradise which offers a luxuriant and invigorating vegetation, we embark you in the village of Kofakoi for an afternoon on the themes of ecology and solidarity tourism. On the program: 7km hike, typical Ivorian lunch on the edge of the lagoon, and canoe trip possible for the most motivated, or relaxation for the others!

Inclusions: Lunch, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Return Transport Abidjan / Kofakoi (please let you know if you need a driver)

Reviewed By eniramc30

This tour is extremely needy in Cote d'Ivoire. As an Ivorian I got to rediscover parts of my city which was a wonderful experience. The guides are very knowledgable, polite and extremely patient (we wanted to take a lot of picture haha). I t was an amazing experience.

5. Abidjan Walking Tour (French and English) - contact me via TripAdvisor!

Place De La Republique, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire Josiane Miezan
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We start at Place de la Republique every Saturday at 9am! We are the only weekly walking tour of Abidjan. Discover the history & hidden treasures of this beautiful city. Reserve a private tour anytime, any day for networking or teambuilding! Cruise passengers - reserve with us for a private tour and transportation to and from port for a special price!

Inclusions: Guide & Great Information!

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Reviewed By LukeYakro

Josiane was very organized and a good communicator. We learned a lot about Cote d'Ivoire and saw the treasures of the political capital Yamoussoukro. LukeYakro is the English speaking guide at the basilica and he is soooo knowledgeable. There were so many cool. Views and secrets.

6. The Banco National Park and Bingerville tour in Abidjan

Place De La Republique, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire UAB „Funtopfun.com“
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Abidjan is a unique city in Africa. Tourists like this city of distinctive architecture, interesting and quite safe. Take a stroll along The Banco Forest Park with your local charismatic guide. Did you know that this park is dominated by tropical trees specially hardwood? African civet, duiker, bushbuck, genet, monkeys, etc. walk freely in the park. Do you know that chimpanzees live there too? How many species of rare plants and animals are there? You will visit Bingerville which is a suburb of Abidjan. You will feel the uniqueness of this location. Take a stroll through the huge Botanical Garden. Do you know how many rare species of plants, insects, reptiles, and small mammals are here? Visit the Colonial Governors office at Bingerville. Do you know why it's so special? What is his story and what are his secrets? This is an exclusive tour with a professional guide.

Inclusions: Licensed Tour Guide

Exclusions: 10 USD to enter the Parks and fees, Taxi 25-100 USD

7. 2-Day Cote d'Ivoire Starter Package in Abidjan

M&J Travel and Tours

When you touch down in Abidjan, you want to know where you are going next and know that you have a safe ride from the airport to a decent place to stay in your comfort range for the night. You will be picked up at the airport and be taken to your hotel.

Inclusions: Airport Pick up and Transfer, 1 night stay in a mid range hotel, 1 hour travel consultation, 3 hour tour of Abidjan

Exclusions: Meals, Optional transfers (unless chosen), Entry visa

Reviewed By edwards984

The tour organized by M&J was absolutely great. Logistics of all trip connections was right on the spot, no delays or frustrations. The day tours at the Mole park were amazing. I would like to specially thank Emmanuel for making this one of best travel experiences. Wildlife, cultural and culinary experiences were out of this world. Highly recommended!

8. Abidjan Walks Food Tour-Visite Gastronomique - contact us to set up time!

Place De La Republique, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire Josiane Miezan

Abidjan Walks Food Tour-Visite Gastronomique d'Abidjan is an English OR French-language walking and boat tour. Meeting place is Place de la Republique Saturdays at 12pm or best time. Please message, email or call me if you are interested. We can do the tour any other day! Walk, taste, and learn about the culture, history, and role of food and drink in our beautiful country. We discuss the transformation of cacao, the staples of our diet, the challenges of a being a fertile country, and much more! After an hour in lower Plateau, we board a public boat to take us across the lagoon to an iconic restaurant. Food in Plateau and boat fee are included, but food at final restaurant (lunch, drink or snack) is not/not. We all return together via boat to Plateau. Boating to the last restaurant and coming back with us is optional. Food tastings in Plateau and boat fees are included. Cruise passengers - reserve with us for a private tour and transportation to and from port for a special price!

Inclusions: Tastings during the Plateau portion & the boat across the lagoon are included in the price.

Exclusions: Our last stop is a restarant with a great view of Plateau where guests can choose if they would like to eat, snack or have a drink.

Reviewed By AstonMC

We had a lovely tour with Josiane: You really get so much more from a city tour when you visit with a local! We saw all the main sites and some interesting places that we may have missed if we were on our own.

9. Golf Excursion in Abidjan !

Ivoire Golf Club, Boulevard de France, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire Josiane Miezan

Cote d'Ivoire is unique among its West African neighbors in that it hosts three beautiful golf clubs! This listing cites the details for the Abidjan 18 hole course, but we will gladly take you to Assinie or Yamoussoukro to golf (for additional fees). Send me an email or call me. The tour booking includes greens fees for 18 holes, caddy and club rental. You are responsible for balls, tees, glove, athletic footwear, water and snacks. All of these items are available at the golf course. Cruise passengers - reserve with us for a private tour and transportation to and from port for a special price!

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Water and drinks are available for purchase at the club house. No food or drinks are included.

Reviewed By AstonMC

We had a lovely tour with Josiane: You really get so much more from a city tour when you visit with a local! We saw all the main sites and some interesting places that we may have missed if we were on our own.

10. Adventure Trail

Novotel, Unnamed Road, Abidjan, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire Domaine Bini Voyage

Discovery formula + tailor-made activity. Discover the most intriguing corners of Abidjan in 2 days. Between sailing, motorbike or walking activities, you discover Abidjan from a local perspective and meet a humble and relaxing city.

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch

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Reviewed By haotianz2021

Had a three-day trip with Bini Voyage visiting Abidjan, Grand Bassam and Yamoussoukro, wonderful experience! Guides are super nice, patient, knowledgeable and professional. The choice in Côte d'Ivoire!

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