Badou Travel Guide

City City in Plateaux known for agriculture

A forested highland town where a waterfall and hiking trails draw day visitors. People come for coffee farms, shaded paths and village guesthouses that will cook cassava and grilled river fish.

Costs

US$25-40 per day

Very budget-friendly: simple guesthouses and local food.

Safety

Generally safe with low violent crime

Petty theft occurs; avoid walking alone at night.

Best Time

November-March (dry season)

Dry, cooler weather ideal for hikes and markets.

In This Guide

Why Visit Badou?
Top Things to Do
Plan Your Visit
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

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Population

24,000

Infrastructure & Convenience

Dirt roads, few ATMs, basic health services, French widely spoken.

Popularity

Rarely visited by internationals; mainly regional day-trippers.

Known For

Badou Falls, hiking trails, waterfalls, forest reserves, Ewe culture, traditional villages, local markets, birdwatching, subsistence farming

Badou is home to the scenic Badou Falls, a popular local waterfall and picnic spot in the Plateaux region.

Why Visit Badou? #

Set among the Plateaux hills, Badou draws hikers and nature lovers to its forest trails and waterfalls, including the scenic Badou Falls set beside cocoa and coffee plantations. The town’s proximity to Kpalimé means visitors can pair outdoor exploration with artisanal markets and woodcarving workshops. Short trips reveal village life and traditional Ewe cultural practices, making Badou appealing for travelers who want a quiet, green alternative to Togo’s coastal towns.

Top Things to Do in Badou

All Attractions ›

Lake Volta

One of the world's largest artificial reservoirs

Reservoir

Don't Miss

Cascades de Badou - Series of waterfalls framed by forest trails, popular for swimming and photography.
Badou Forest Reserve - Protected forest with hiking paths and diverse birdlife close to town.
Badou village center - Small village hub with guesthouses, cafes, and starting points for waterfall hikes.

Hidden Gems

Badou artisan market - Small stalls selling woven textiles, woodcarvings, and locally produced crafts.
Traditional pito stalls - Street stalls serving pito (local millet beer) and simple snacks with friendly local atmosphere.
Mont Agou viewpoint - Drive to Mont Agou for panoramic views over Plateaux, hiking, and picnic spots.

Day Trips

Kpalimé - Charming mountain town known for coffee farms, art galleries, and colonial-era villas.
Lomé - Coastal capital with markets, Grand Marché, and Togolese cultural museums reachable by road.

Best Time to Visit Badou #

Visit Badou in the cooler dry months (November-February) for clear skies, comfortable hiking, and fewer mosquitos. Avoid the long rainy season (April-October) if you want reliable trails and transport.

Dry Season

November - February · 18-30°C (64-86°F)

Dry months bring pleasant mornings and clear skies - ideal for hiking to waterfalls and visiting local markets; fewer mosquitos, very comfortable for outdoor exploring.

Hot Season

March - May · 22-34°C (72-93°F)

Hot pre-monsoon months are humid and sweaty; mornings okay but afternoons can be stifling - not my favorite time unless you love tropical heat.

Rainy Season

April - October · 20-28°C (68-82°F)

Heavy rains make trails slippery and some villages muddy; lush landscapes are gorgeous but travel can be slow - bring waterproofs and flexible plans.

Best Time to Visit Badou #

Climate

Badou's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1514 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit

JanuaryDecemberFebruary

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

39°

Warmest Month

12°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 16 mm and clear sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

22° – 32°

64%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

16 mm

Rainfall

1.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.5

UV Index

Very High

11.6h daylight

February

February is hot, feeling like 30°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

30°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

22° – 33°

70%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

42 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.7

UV Index

Very High

11.8h daylight

March

March is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

32°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

23° – 33°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

111 mm

Rainfall

1.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.9

UV Index

Very High

12.0h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (148 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

31°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

23° – 32°

82%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

148 mm

Rainfall

1.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

12.2h daylight

May

May is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (172 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

22° – 31°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

172 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.0

UV Index

Very High

12.3h daylight

June

June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (212 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 30°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

212 mm

Rainfall

1.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.7

UV Index

Very High

12.4h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (171 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

21° – 28°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

171 mm

Rainfall

1.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.6

UV Index

Very High

12.4h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Warm

24°C

Temperature

21° – 28°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

149 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.6

UV Index

Very High

12.2h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (229 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

21° – 29°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

229 mm

Rainfall

1.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

12.1h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (181 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 30°

86%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

181 mm

Rainfall

1.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.9

UV Index

Very High

11.8h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

22° – 32°

80%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

58 mm

Rainfall

1.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

11.7h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

21° – 32°

68%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

25 mm

Rainfall

1.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.5

UV Index

Very High

11.6h daylight

How to Get to Badou

By Air

By Train & Bus

How to Get Around Badou #

Badou is a small Plateaux-region town best explored on foot around the center; many sights are within easy walking distance. For longer journeys you’ll rely on shared minivans/bush taxis and motorcycle taxis; fares are inexpensive (short moto trips cost a few hundred CFA francs). Road connections are basic, so allow extra time for inter-town travel.