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Ivory Coast Overview

Ivory Coast is a stunner not only for the lush landscape but also for its picturesque beaches. It is a must visit if you are planning to visit Africa as it has many wonders for tourists. Also known as Cote d'Ivoire, Ivory Coast had earned its name from the heavy trade of Ivory from elephants. If you love chocolate so much, be assured that you would have had a chocolate snack made from cocoa grown in Ivory Coast. Ivory Coast is one of the world's largest cocoa exporters. It borders Ghana to the east, Guinea and Liberia to the west, Burkina Faso and Mali to the north, and the Atlantic Ocean to the South. The infamous Didier Drogba is a son of the soil.

On your flights to Ivory Coast, you will be able to catch a full grasp of the city from the window as you approach the Abidjan International Airport. The fascinating scenery, orange roads, landscape mix and the awesome beaches embedded with starfishes make it a choice destination four tourists. Ivory Coast has a rich urban style and man-made and natural attractions. If you are thinking of a perfect anniversary gift for your spouse, a flight ticket to Ivory Coast will do. 

As a French-speaking country, the unique culture of the Ivory Coast takes religion and food as the most important part of their lives. Their local eating and cooking habits are second to one. You will still find people in the villages eating with their fingers. The popular dish in Ivory Coast is attiéké, a meal made from cassava along with a fish or meat sauce. Most of their meals usually have fish, chicken and citrus. The local beverage here is palm wine also known as Bangui. Traditional music is always full of rhythm with instruments like the calabash, animal leather and horn.

Like most countries in West Africa, the Ivorian climate is tropical but there is a semi-arid climate towards the north. Rainy season is usually between April and October while the dry season is observed between December and February. Overall, Ivory Coast is generally humid and warm. The best time to visit Ivory Coast is between December and March when there is no rainfall.

Things to do in Ivory Coast

Every holiday in Ivory Coast is packaged with a promising mellow experience that is sure to last for a lifetime. There is no limit to the fun you can have in Ivory Coast but we will just mention a few.

1. Beach Cruising

It is no doubt that Ivory Coast offers some of the world's best exotic beaches. Sassandra Beach, Monogaga Beach and Assini Beach are the famous beaches in Ivory Coast. These beaches highlight comfort in every form with the cast amount of resorts and hotels present around them. The calmness, the sunset, the aquatic life, the small eateries and beautiful atmosphere will help you relax. Speed boating, sailing, volleyball, live music, sand art competition, sunbathing, swimming, scuba diving etc. are some of the fun-filled activities to engage in Ivory Coast. Nothing should prevent you from visiting these idyllic beaches, not even airfare.

2. Explore the Cities

The former capital of Ivory Coast, Abidjan, is where all the action takes place. Reckoned as the Manhattan of Africa, the city takes after Paris, France. This is only an evidence of how they were colonized. Abidjan like most urban cities, bubble with so much life and rich nightlife as well. Everything here appears like a fantasy coming to reality. The new capital of Ivory Coast, Yamoussoukro is also a lively place to visit. Popular places you will love to visit here include Abobo, Bouaké, Daloa and San-Pédro among others.

3. Go for Some African Adventure

With the numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the forests, national parks, landmarks and mountains serve more than educational purposes. Beyond the history attached to these sites, you can also have fun all the way. Mount Nimba Strict Nature Reserve, Grand-Bassam, Man, Taï National Park, Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, Bouaké and Comoe National Park among others, bless every tourist with amazing sites to behold. Some of the best hotels in Ivory Coast are also located close to these places and they offer exquisite services.

4. Enjoy Some Ivorian Cuisines

Gastronomic offers in Ivory Coast take richness as one of its main ingredients. A must try are barbecued fish or chicken, alloco, Attiéké, kedjenou and foutou that will leave you wanting more. 

Do not miss out on the fun Ivory Coast has to offer. Every holiday here is an assurance that Africa has still got a lot to offer the world. Book your flights to Ivory Coast with Airfare Centre and be sure to get the cheapest flight deals.