-- While West Africa is often celebrated for its cultural diversity, history, and vibrant traditions, traveling across its borders can be a logistical maze for both locals and international visitors. From inconsistent visa policies to language barriers and fragmented infrastructure, the region has historically posed challenges for multi-country exploration.
But Evans Travel & Tours Ltd, a seasoned operator based in Lagos, is addressing these challenges through a unified travel approach: structured, overland West African cross-country tours that connect Nigeria, Benin, Togo, Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, and now Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea Conakry.
In most parts of the world, hopping between countries is taken for granted—think Eurail in Europe or the Schengen visa zone. In West Africa, however, travelers often face time-consuming visa applications, unreliable transport links, and a lack of centralized travel planning.
Evans Tours identified this gap more than ten years ago and has since developed cross-border itineraries designed to move smoothly between nations. Their trips are pre-coordinated with local immigration offices, cultural guides, hotels, and vehicle operators — reducing stress and unpredictability for travelers.
Their newest route links Nigeria up to Guinea Conakry via Côte d’Ivoire, Liberia, Sierra Leone offering a rare opportunity to explore up to 8 countries in one cohesive journey or a combination of these countries on the same route. This is particularly significant for cultural researchers, diaspora tourists tracing ancestral roots, and photography enthusiasts seeking lesser-seen West African landscapes.
Inside the Multi-Country Tour Experience
Each trip with Evans Tours typically includes:
- Transportation and border logistics: All ground transport is managed by the operator, including private vehicles, ferries, and customs processes.
- Bilingual guides: Tours are led by English- and French-speaking staff who assist with translation, cultural etiquette, and local coordination.
- Cultural immersion: Travelers attend traditional masquerades like Zangbeto and Gelede, visit voodoo shrines, and explore slave heritage landmarks such as Ouidah in Benin or Elmina Castle in Ghana.
- Local stays and regional cuisine: Accommodations are selected for comfort and proximity to local cultural hubs, with chances to taste regional dishes and interact with host communities.
Rather than rushing from site to site, tours are paced to encourage meaningful connections and regional understanding—something that’s often missing in air-travel itineraries or short city breaks.
Shifting the Narrative on West African Travel
Evans Tours is not only creating easier travel paths but is also contributing to regional storytelling. By facilitating access to lesser-known destinations like Porto-Novo, Grand-Bassam, or Labé, the company hopes to change the perception of West Africa as a "difficult" travel region. Instead, it becomes an accessible mosaic of peoples, beliefs, music, nature, and living history.
The tours are open to group travelers, solo backpackers, NGOs, educational delegations, and the West African diaspora.
About Evans Travel & Tours Ltd
Based in Ikorodu, Lagos, Evans Travel & Tours Ltd has been operational for over a decade. The company has guided travelers from around the world across West Africa, focusing on safety, access, and cross-cultural exchange. Its team includes local experts, tour planners, logistics specialists, and multilingual guides who work collectively to bridge regional divides and promote responsible travel.
Contact Info:
Name: Evans Aguiyi
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Organization: Evans Tours
Phone: +2348149365691
Website: http://www.evans-tours.com
Release ID: 89165500
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