Burkina Faso, a landlocked country in West Africa and a leader in African art and culture, is famous for its three UNESCO world heritage sites which are the best preserved of ten fortresses in the Lobi region of the trans-Saharan gold trade era. Enjoy a Burkina Faso vacation in the ancient Ferrous Metallurgy sites of the 8th century and the oldest surviving evidence of iron production in the country.
Experience the vibrant traditions of Burkina Faso in art, music, and dance, as well as storytelling culture and crafts in textiles and wood carving, with Burkina Faso cultural tours. Engage yourself into the immersive experience of local traditions such as music, dance and crafts, and traditional ceremonies like the International Arts and Crafts Fair in Ouagadougou. Enjoy your Burkina Faso holiday with the Moro-Naba Ceremony which offers a glimpse into traditional leadership and ruins of Loropeni to know about the history and lifestyle of local communities.
Visit the unique architecture like the Grand Mosque of Bobo-Dioulasso and explore the scenic landscapes of Banfora with waterfalls and hippo pools with the adventure of ancient ruins of Moro-Naba Palace in Ouagadougou and Loropeni with the Burkina Faso itinerary. Burkina Faso also has many beautiful natural landscapes, waterfalls, Nazinga Ranch, and many national parks as protectors of wildlife.
Travel from the desert landscapes of Gorom-Gorom, the gateway to Sahel region to the stunning waterfalls Karfiguela and Domes de Fabedougou and scenic landscapes of Banfora while enjoying the boat tours of Lake Tengrela to watch hippos and crocodiles. Take the fun of Burkina Faso safari tours with the wild views of elephants and antelopes in Nazinga Ranch, notable bird species of Arli National park like the Abyssinian roller, northern carmine bee-eater, violet turaco, yellow-billed strike and African pied hornbill.
Ouagadougou tourism offers you amazing opportunities to visit the cultural, historical, and modern attractions of Burkina Faso’s capital. The tourism will guide you to the National Museum of Burkina Faso to show some featured musical instruments, traditional masks and local artefacts. There, you will find the Grand Mosque of Ouagadougou, a Sudano-Sahelian architecture, the green oasis of Bangr-Weogo Park with walking trails, birdwatching and recreational activities, and Moro-Naba palace, a home of the Mossi chief.
Enjoy Burkina Faso tours with the traditional ceremonies, Pan-African film and television festival of Ouagadougou (FESPACO), vibrant markets like Grand Market and display of local crafts in Artisanal village that all together make Burkina Faso a cultural hub. Enjoy the taste of Poulet Bicyclette, To, Riz Gras, Fufu, and refresh yourself with a Bissap drink made from hibiscus flowers and served hot or cold based on your choice.
The cultural heritage of Burkina Faso with its vibrant music and dance traditions, colourful markets, unique architecture, wildlife viewing on safari tours, diverse landscapes with picturesque waterfalls and warm hospitality to enjoy this authentic experience of African culture with a comfortable journey make Burkina Faso one of the best West Africa travel destinations for tourists travelling with family, friends or even alone.
