Welcome to the West Africa Tourism Organisation (WATO)
West Africa Tourism Organisation (WATO) is a non-governmental membership-based travel and tourism organisation dedicated to the sustainable development and promotion of tourism in West and Central Africa. We strive to create tourism models that prioritize environmental stewardship, respect local cultures, and distribute benefits equitably across our local communities, impacting livelihoods.
We run various projects to drive hassle-free movement of persons across West & Central Africa, including projects on ecotourism and sustainability across the region, focusing on preserving its rich natural, cultural, and social environments. With its rich history and diverse cultures, natural landscapes, great weather, warm and friendly people, amazing wildlife, breathtaking scenery, stunning beaches, and outstanding historic sites, West & Central Africa offers the perfect immersive experiences of a lifetime. We invite you to visit and savour our tourism assets responsibly to preserve them for future generations.
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