Lake Nokoué Travel Guide: Top Sights in Benin, Tours & Travel Advice

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Lake Nokoué- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Natural Scenery; Benin; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 4 hours

Lake Nokoué, located in southern Benin, spans 20 km in width and 11 km in length, covering an area of 4,900 hectares. The lake receives water from the Ouémé and Sô Rivers, which carry sediments from across the region, contributing to its unique ecosystem. Situated on the southern edge of the lake, the city of Cotonou faces challenges from flooding due to both coastal and lake waters. On its northern shore lies Ganvié, a town known for its stilted houses and vibrant local culture, offering a glimpse into life on the water. Lake Nokoué is not only a key natural feature of the region but also an important hub for local communities and wildlife.

Operators offering tours in Benin

Happy Explore Safari *

Attractions in Cotonou

Amazon Statue

4.6

Dantokpa Market

3.8

Place des Martyrs

Congress Palace

3.8

Obama Beach

Reviews of Lake Nokoue

Sidikou OUSSOUKPEVI

5
Reviewed: 2024-05-15

Amazing place to see
Tamomo Akolade

5
Reviewed: 2022-03-09

This is the largest and deepest lake in the Republic of Benin. With his wonderful village living on It. An amazing lack that is home of over 3000 species of fishes, and its unique big variety of crabs. And it costs the Dantokpa market that is one of the bigest market in West Africa. Apart from the see it the source of fish of "Porto-Novo" (Benin capitals) and "Cotonou" Benin most develop city and It's economic Capital. Near it estuary in "Cotonou" there is hotel called "Hotel du Lac" .
OLUDARE OPALEYE

5
Reviewed: 2021-09-10

Interesting traveling on wayer
Uzoma Uche

5
Reviewed: 2021-03-08

This lake and small village is a great place for birdwatching. The species that call this 16,000 hectare lake there home include the African Openbill and the white crested heron. The lake is under threat from several environmental and biological issues such as logging, pollution and hunting of the wildlife. Conservation efforts are being made but the threat level is classified as high, so view this amazing area while you still can.
Vanessa M.

5
Reviewed: 2018-03-27

Seeing how this people live on water is amazing. They've got markets, restaurants, hotels and hospitals.... everything you can think of having in a town on land. The women drive out into town to trade and return in the evenings in their small canoes. We see people selling small items like fruits and vegetables around to people in their community. A great place to visit.. if you want to see nature at its best here in Cotonou Benin. Would love to visit again.