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Major city · Côte d'Ivoire

Abengourou

Half a day is enough: see the cathedral and the chief's mansion, then move on. Not a base.

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Abengourou is a quiet regional centre in eastern Côte d'Ivoire, known for its cocoa and coffee trade, the Cathedral of St. Theresa and the residence of the Anyi paramount chief. Most travellers pass through on the road from Abidjan to Ghana.

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3 pages, for the metro and roaming-off days
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
Weather
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Currency
XOF
Best months
Nov–Feb
avoid Mar–Jun (rainy season)
Airport
OGO
Nights
0

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide for Abengourou: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 7Nine African countries on this site have no trip line bec…Carry an original yellow fever vaccination certificate on…
  • Africa ↗When a route touches a yellow-fever country — even a transit of 12 hours or more — keep the original yellow card (ICVP) in your hand luggage; health desks and airlines can refuse boarding or entry without it.
  • Africa ↗Nine African countries on this site have no trip line because governments advise against travel; several others have no-go regions. Read your government's advice for every country on the route before paying deposits.
  • West Africa ↗Carry an original yellow fever vaccination certificate on any West African trip: several countries on the coast road demand it of every arrival, and the rest demand it after you have passed through a neighbour.
  • West Africa ↗Cross land borders and drive between cities in daylight only; plan each crossing as a full travel day with cash for fees and passport copies for checkpoints.
  • Côte d'Ivoire ↗Check visa and entry rules for your passport on official Ivorian government sources before booking.
  • Côte d'Ivoire ↗Governments advise against travel to parts of the far north near the Mali and Burkina Faso borders; check your own government's advice.
  • Côte d'Ivoire ↗Check the yellow-fever vaccination certificate rules for Côte d'Ivoire before you fly.

Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide

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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾

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  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Abengourou110 ▾

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Abengourou, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Cathedral of St. Theresa of the Child JesusResidence of the Anyi paramount chief (King of Indenie)Cocoa and coffee trade
Airports
OGO Abengourou Airport (Closed; no commercial flights operate.)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    33°C (91°F)

  3. Mar

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  4. Apr

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  5. May

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    30°C (86°F)

  7. Jul

    not flagged

    29°C (84°F)

  8. Aug

    not flagged

    29°C (84°F)

  9. Sep

    not flagged

    30°C (86°F)

  10. Oct

    not flagged

    31°C (88°F)

  11. Nov

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

Best: Nov–Feb. Avoid: Mar–Jun. Month by month →

Warmest Feb (33°C (91°F)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F) low), wettest Jun (15 rain days), driest Jan (3). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Abengourou: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

32°C (90°F)

22°C (72°F)

3 rd

Feb

33°C (91°F)

23°C (73°F)

5 rd

Mar

33°C (91°F)

23°C (73°F)

9 rd

Apr

32°C (90°F)

23°C (73°F)

12 rd

May

31°C (88°F)

23°C (73°F)

14 rd

Jun

30°C (86°F)

22°C (72°F)

15 rd

Jul

29°C (84°F)

22°C (72°F)

12 rd

Aug

29°C (84°F)

22°C (72°F)

10 rd

Sep

30°C (86°F)

22°C (72°F)

12 rd

Oct

31°C (88°F)

22°C (72°F)

11 rd

Nov

32°C (90°F)

22°C (72°F)

6 rd

Dec

32°C (90°F)

22°C (72°F)

3 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

The town is compact enough to walk. Taxis are available for longer trips.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time
Abidjango

Door to door: 3.5–4.5 h

Road via the A3 motorway, about 3–4 h

The main hub for onward travel.

Yamoussoukro

caution

Door to door: 5–6 h

Road via Abidjan, about 5–6 h total

A long day trip; better as an overnight stop.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

City centre

A few small hotels and guesthouses near the cathedral and market.

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
XOF 15,000–25,000 excl. bed
Mid
XOF 25,000–40,000 excl. bed
High
XOF 40,000+ excl. bed

Watch out

Safety

Generally safe, but take usual precautions: avoid walking alone after dark, secure valuables. The main risk is road accidents.
  • No airport: the former Abengourou Airport (OGO) is closed.
  • Road from Abidjan can be rough after rain; check conditions before driving.
  • Limited accommodation: book ahead or be prepared to continue to Abidjan or Ghana.

Emergency numbers

Police
110
Fire
180
SAMU (ambulance)
185

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My bed tonight

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À cette adresse, s'il vous plaîtTo this address, please

Emergency

  • Police110
  • Fire180
  • SAMU (ambulance)185

Embassy

Most embassies are in Abidjan. Check your country's consular services before travel.

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Abidjan → Abengourou by bush taxi: about XOF 5,000–8,000, 3–4 h (check)
  • Local taxi ride within town: XOF 500–1,500

Say or show

  • Bonjour — Hello (bohn-zhoor)
  • Merci — Thank you (mair-see)
  • Combien ? — How much? (kohm-byen)
  • Où est le marché ? — Where is the market? (oo ay luh mar-shay)
  • Je ne comprends pas — I don't understand (zhuh nuh kohm-prahn pah)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Abengourou. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Nov–Feb · avoid Mar–Jun (rainy season) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 2 day-trips, door to door
  6. 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

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Sources

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