The Best Time To Visit

Côte d'Ivoire is a country in the climate varies from one region to another. The coastal region has a subtropical climate. From December until April is the dry period but with some precipitation. The heavy rain season is between May and July, followed by a dry season from August until September. The forest area and south of Savannah is under a tropical humid climate. It rains from March until October, but the first three months, rainfall remains low. It is a little hotter during July and August. The savanna region this is called a type climate Sudan. The dry wind of the harmattan blowing over the region from December until February. Visit Côte d'Ivoire is always exciting, whatever the period, provided well equipped according to the season.

We know the Ivory Coast for its rich culture and beauty of its landscapes. Although its major cities tend to acquire European colors, Côte d'Ivoire has always kept its authenticity. Everywhere, you can admire the beautiful masks, statuettes or baskets that are specific to the country of elephants. You can find some collections of antiquities in museums like the Museum of Contemporary Abidjan, but you can see artisans at work in the country or countries Senufo Yacouba.

A Man, a Mask Festival is held every year, especially not to miss. At the same time, you will be able to admire an enchanting scenery consisting of waterfalls and bridges made of vines to achieve perfect and still unexplained to this day. For homecoming, the foot of Mont-Rombo Boka merit a detour if you want to see near wells where Baoulé mined gold that allowed them to be recognized until now.

Fauna of the Ivory Coast is home to many species of wildlife. Elephants are the kings but there are also buffalo, antelope, monkeys, birds etc ... The national parks of the country, as Park National Bank, Park National OMB or Tai National Park you are open to discover them. The waterfowl are visible in the Marine Park Islands Ehotilés.

In cities, you will visit, among other things, the Basilica of Our Lady of Peace in Yamoussoukro, architectural technology with its highly innovative and large windows to the former. The Hotel President is also a masterpiece of architecture. It overlooks one of the most beautiful golf courses in the world.

To go to Côte d'Ivoire, Air France offers seven flights per week departing from Paris to Abidjan. In addition, many African airlines serve regular Abidjan. To move inside the country, there are two airlines, Air InterIvoire Air and Continental. If you prefer to take the road, you can rent a car. Many rental agencies available to you. For tighter budgets, the individual or collective taxis and urban transport is an ideal solution. Prices are cheap, such as a bus to Abidjan will not cost you more than 1 euro, whatever the length of the journey. For bush taxis, fares are very resilient, they depend on the company used and the distance, do you agree the price before you install in the vehicle. This means of transport is the best way to travel if you want to soak up the African atmosphere.

Regarding the accommodation, prices are lower than in France even if they tend to join the European prices, particularly for the higher classes. A backpacker hotel will cost you in the neighborhood of 20 euros for a room air-conditioned room with water and sanitation. For food, you will find well furnished meals for under 10 euros and you can find even cheaper in small local restaurants.

He should know that to enter in Côte d'Ivoire, the vaccine against yellow fever is mandatory. The country was also hit by avian flu. This makes it imperative to avoid contact with poultry and birds. The use of mosquito repellent is strongly advised and taking a malaria prophylaxis (Lariam, Nivaquine) should be discussed with your physician.