Loading country details...

Burkina Faso Overview

Your complete guide to visiting Burkina Faso

About Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso welcomes you to West Africa's cultural heart, where music, markets, and warm hospitality shine. Explore Ouagadougou's festivals, crafts, and expansive Sahel landscapes.

🌍
Continent
Africa
πŸ’°
Weekly Budget
$750

Ratings

Overall
65
Cost
85
Safety
45
Fun
60
Food
70

What to Expect in Burkina Faso

Cultural Festivals

Attend FESPACO and street performances celebrating cinema, music, and dance.

Markets and Crafts

Shop colorful textiles, baskets, and leather goods in Ouagadougou's bustling markets.

Sahel Adventures

Vast plains, sunsets, and village life across the Sahel frontier.

Top Experiences

🎢
Music Scene
🎬
Film Festivals
πŸ›οΈ
Market Shopping
πŸ›οΈ
Museum Visits
πŸ₯
Drum Circles
πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ
City Tours
🏜️
Desert Safaris
πŸ“·
Photo Walks