Lonely Planet West Africa

Lonely Planet indisputably makes the most far-flung destination seem instantly accessible. THE INDEPENDENTSalt caravans in the Sahara, imposing forts on the Ghanaian coast, urban buzz in Lagos, the steamy lushness of Casamance - West Africa’s attractions are as diverse as they are intriguing. Whether you want to set out for Timbuktu, laze on a sandy beach or overland it from desert to jungle, Lonely Planet shows you the what, where and how.MOVE TO THE GROOVE - our expert music chapter tells who’s who, where it’s happening and what’s hotBE INSPIRED - highlights, itineraries and planning sections help you plot your pathGET THE BACKGROUND with in-depth discussion of West Africa's history, manifold cultures and distinctive arts and craftsTALK THE TALK - our language chapter will have you greeting locals in 25 regional languagesGO YOUR OWN WAY - with detailed transport information and 150 user-friendly maps