The Best Organized Tours for Seniors to West Africa

Guided Group Tours, Vacation Packages, or Planned Itineraries

West Africa

Are you a senior looking for a memorable travel experience to West Africa that caters to your unique needs and interests? Look no further! We've curated a selection of exceptional organized and guided tours designed specifically for seniors, ensuring an engaging, fun, and hassle-free journey through West Africa. Rest assured, we've analyzed all the tours from highly reviewed companies, considering important factors like price, activity level, guest ratings, service, quality, captivating destinations, and tailored activities. Get ready to embark on an incredible adventure that combines the joys of travel with the comfort and convenience you deserve. Let's dive into the possibilities and find the perfect tour for you!


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The Best Tours for Seniors through West Africa

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Organized by Continent Tours 8 Days Start/End in Dakar 11 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 18 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 20
Price per Day: $525

This tour visits Dakar, Ile de Goree, Lake Retba, Saint Louis, Djoudj National Park, Kaolack, Toubakouta, Mbour, Joal-Fadiout, Saly, and Foret de Bandia National Park.

  • Bird watching
  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Continent Tours
Continent Tours is a large company with a focus on cultural tours through Ghana, Senegal, Ivory Coast (Cote d'Ivoire), and Mauritania. The tours offered by Continent Tours are usually luxurious, high-end, and provide a top-tier level of service.



$4,200
on TourRadar

Organized by Olives Travel & Tour Ghana 10 Days Start/End in Accra 7 Destinations

Great for:
  • Animal Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 15 to 90
Maximum Group Size: 20
Price per Day: $386

This tour visits Accra, Mole National Park, Kumasi, Cape Coast, Kakum National Park, Assin Manso, and Elmina.

  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Olives Travel & Tour Ghana
Olives Travel & Tour Ghana is a smaller international tour company with trips to 3 countries, including Ghana, Benin, and Togo. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.



$3,860
on TourRadar

Organized by Continent Tours 12 Days Cairo to Accra 5 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

Great for:
  • Culture Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 18 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 20
Price per Day: $638

This tour visits Cairo, Alexandria, Accra, Kumasi, Elmina, Cape Coast, and Kakum National Park.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Historical
  • Partially Guided

By Continent Tours
Continent Tours is a large company with a focus on cultural tours through Ghana, Senegal, Ivory Coast (Cote d'Ivoire), and Mauritania. The tours offered by Continent Tours are usually luxurious, high-end, and provide a top-tier level of service.



$7,660
on TourRadar

Organized by Olives Travel & Tour Ghana 10 Days Start/End in Accra 6 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Great for Culture Lovers

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Age Range: 8 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 20
Price per Day: $356

This tour visits Accra, Cape Coast, Kakum National Park, Elmina, Assin Manso, and Kumasi.

  • Family
  • Educational
  • Fully Guided

By Olives Travel & Tour Ghana
Olives Travel & Tour Ghana is a smaller international tour company with trips to 3 countries, including Ghana, Benin, and Togo. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.



$3,560
on TourRadar

Organized by Africa For Tourism 10 Days Saly to Ndiass 13 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours for seniors in West Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for Culture Lovers

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Age Range: 5 to 77
Maximum Group Size: 8
Price per Day: $230

This tour visits Saly, Joal-Fadiout, Toubakouta, Sipo, Ziguinchor, Oussouye, Karabane, Elinkin, Cap Skirring, Diembereng, Dakar, Ile de Goree, and Ndiass.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Family
  • Partially Guided

By Africa For Tourism
Focusing on Senegal, Africa For Tourism is a smaller tour company providing a more personal service to customers. Although the prices might be slightly above average, the small group sizes provide travelers with a more personal experience. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category.



$2,301
on TourRadar

Organized by Penguin Travel 12 Days Accra to Cotonou 14 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours for seniors in West Africa.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for Culture Lovers

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Age Range: 12 to 90
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $181

This tour visits Accra, Elmina, Cape Coast, Kakum National Park, Kumasi, Kintampo, Koforidua, Tamale, Kara, Sokode, Abomey, Ouidah, Lome, and Cotonou.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Fully Guided

By Penguin Travel
Penguin Travel is a large international travel company offering trips all over the world. The small group sizes, often less than 13, make for a very personal experience. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.



$1,947
on TourRadar

Organized by Pro Tour Africa 10 Days Start/End in Accra 4 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours for seniors in West Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for Adventure Travelers

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Age Range: 3 to 89
Maximum Group Size: 100
Price per Day: $265

  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By Pro Tour Africa
Pro Tour Africa is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on Ghana. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category.



$2,650
on TourRadar

Organized by Eyali Tours 7 Days Start/End in Accra 1 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours for seniors in West Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for Adventure Travelers

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 7 to 90
Maximum Group Size: 100
Price per Day: $257

  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By Eyali Tours
Focusing on Ghana, Eyali Tours is a smaller tour company providing a more personal service to customers. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category.



$1,800
on TourRadar

Organized by Across Africa Tours & Travel 8 Days Start/End in Dakar 6 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Great for Adventure Travelers

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Age Range: 8 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 20
Price per Day: $334

  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By Across Africa Tours & Travel
Across Africa Tours & Travel is a large international travel company offering trips all over the world. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category. Their expertise is in wildlife viewing tours, so you can count on having a fun time.



$2,670
on TourRadar

Organized by Explore! 13 Days Start/End in Dakar 16 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours for seniors in West Africa.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Animal Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 16 to 85
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $220

This tour visits Dakar, Ile de Goree, Lake Retba, Saint Louis, Djoudj National Park, Langue de Barbarie National Park, Touba, Kaolack, Georgetown, Wassu, Tendaba, West Kiang National Park, Bao Bolong Wetland Reserve, Toubakouta, Saloum Delta National Park, and Joal-Fadiout.

  • Jeep & 4WD
  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Explore!
Explore! Is a large international travel company offering trips all over the world. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category.



$2,860
on TourRadar

Why does West Africa appeal to seniors?

West Africa's accessibility, attractive climate, and rich culture make it an appealing destination for senior travelers. West Africa's emphasis on hospitality and its senior-friendly infrastructure ensure a comfortable and enriching experience.

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How much do tours for seniors cost in West Africa?

The average daily price of Tours for Seniors in West Africa is $316 per day. Prices can vary widely due to the included amenities, length of the trip, number of guests on the tour, and many other factors. If you want more information about prices, we have put together a complete analysis of the costs of Tours for Seniors in West Africa here.


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$316
Average Price Per Day
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Tours Analyzed
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Average Rating
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Tour Companies
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Average Group Size

Which Tour Companies Offer Tours for Seniors?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer tours for seniors in West Africa. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

Explore!

Explore! Is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. A number of their tours visit destinations in Europe and Asia. Some of their most popular destinations include India, Italy, Vietnam, and Spain. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as island hopping, wine tasting, camping, whale watching, white water rafting, and bird watching.

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Continent Tours

Continent Tours is a large company with a focus on cultural tours through Ghana, Senegal, Ivory Coast (Cote d'Ivoire), and Mauritania. Most participants are adults and the tours range in length from 1 day to 2 weeks. The tours offered by Continent Tours are usually luxurious, high-end, and provide a top-tier level of service.

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Olives Travel & Tour Ghana

Olives Travel & Tour Ghana is a smaller international tour company with tours to 3 countries, including Ghana, Benin, and Togo. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.

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Eyali Tours

Focusing on Ghana, Eyali Tours is a smaller tour company which provides a personalized level of service to customers. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category.

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Seniors Destinations in West Africa

Wondering where seniors tours visit in West Africa? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

A few of the most popular places visited by tours in West Africa include Accra, Dakar, Cape Coast, Kumasi, and Elmina.


Tours for Seniors vs. Independent Travel: Pros and Cons

When choosing between booking an organized tour or planning your own trip, consider the key factors of each travel style.

Pros
  • Guided tours are planned to include accessible accommodations and activities.
  • Tour operators handle all logistics, reducing stress for senior travelers.
  • Guides are available to assist with mobility or other special needs.
  • Group travel provides social opportunities and companionship.
  • The pace of senior tours is often slower and more relaxed.
  • Meals and transportation are typically included, simplifying decisions.
  • Guided tours ensure you visit the most popular and senior-friendly sites.
  • Experienced guides provide educational insights and engaging commentary.
  • Group discounts make some guided tours more affordable than independent travel.
  • Tour companies often offer travel insurance and support for peace of mind.
Cons
  • Fixed schedules may not allow for spontaneity or extra rest.
  • Group dynamics might not suit all personalities or preferences.
  • You may have less flexibility in choosing destinations or attractions.
  • Crowded group tours can feel overwhelming for some seniors.
  • Departure dates might not align with your personal schedule.


Pros
  • Independent travel allows you to customize your itinerary to suit your interests.
  • You can choose accommodations and activities tailored to your comfort level.
  • Traveling on your own schedule allows for more rest and flexibility.
  • You can include family members or friends to create a more personal experience.
  • Planning your own trip gives you complete privacy and freedom.
Cons
  • Researching senior-friendly accommodations and attractions takes time.
  • Managing transportation and logistics can feel overwhelming.
  • You must ensure accessibility and safety for your chosen activities.
  • Independent travel lacks the support and assistance of tour guides.
  • Emergency situations might be harder to manage without a guide's help.
  • You might miss out on group discounts or pre-arranged packages.
  • Traveling alone or without companions can feel isolating for some seniors.


Which is cheaper?

Is independent travel cheaper than guided tours for seniors? The answer is not simple. Tours provide many of the services that you would otherwise pay for yourself on an independent trip. Hotels, transportation, food, entry tickets, guides, and activities are provided on organized tours, whereas you would pay for everything separately on your own. To deterine the difference in price, you would need to compare the combined price of everything in a tour with everything you would book separately. Sometimes you might want to stay in a cheaper hotel, or eat at a more expensive restaurant, so the price of a tour could be more or less than what you would otherwise pay on your own. Make sure you know what is included before making your comparison.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

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