Cross mystical Lake Togo by pirogue to Togoville — the spiritual birthplace of Togo and site of the treaty that gave the nation its name — then trace the haunting colonial-era streets of Aného, Togo's former capital, on a private full-day private journey through living history.
What to expect
Depart Lomé's port by private vehicle along the scenic Atlantic coast road. At Agbodrafo you board a traditional wooden pirogue for the silent crossing of Lake Togo to Togoville, a village of thatched compounds and Catholic shrines that blends Christian and Voodoo practice with extraordinary grace. Visit the cathedral built on the spot where a vision of the Virgin Mary was reported, and meet elders who carry the oral history of the German treaty. Continue to Aného, where faded colonial mansions and a poignant slave-trade memorial line the lagoon. Your guide narrates every layer.
Good to know
Full day — depart by 8:00 am to return comfortably before all-aboard. Confirm exact ship departure time with your guide when booking. Lake crossing by pirogue takes ~20 minutes each way; life jackets are provided on request. Sun protection and a hat are essential on the water. Pre-book at least 48 hours in advance to arrange private vehicle and pirogue.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Lome — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Lome
- Voodoo Ceremony & Deep-Dive Cultural Immersion in Lomé
- Akodessewa Fetish Market: Private Expert-Guided Deep Dive
- Mt. Agou Summit Trek & Kpalimé Rainforest: Togo's Rooftop Adventure
- Lomé Grand Marché & Nana Benz Heritage: Private Cultural City Tour
- Lomé After Dark: Private Evening Food & Culture Night Tour