Discover the Joy of HLIKPE Park Beach

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from any location in Cotonou, head towards the Avenue Jean-Paul II. Continue straight until you reach the roundabout near the beach area. Take the first exit onto Boulevard de la République and follow the signs for Haie Vive. After about 15 minutes, you will arrive at HLIKPE PARK BEACH, located at the coordinates 6.3469862, 2.3857763 (89WP+Q8R, Cotonou). Parking is typically available, but be prepared to pay a small fee for parking, which may vary.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, take a taxi-brousse (shared taxi) from any central location in Cotonou towards Haie Vive. Make sure to tell the driver your destination, or look for a taxi-brousse heading towards the beach area. The fare is usually around 200-500 CFA Francs, depending on the distance. Once you reach the Haie Vive area, you may need to walk a short distance (about 10-15 minutes) to the beach. Look for local signs that direct you towards HLIKPE PARK BEACH.

• Motorbike Taxi

  An alternative means of transport is to use a motorbike taxi (zemidjan). You can easily find them throughout Cotonou. Simply ask the driver to take you to HLIKPE PARK BEACH in Haie Vive. The fare for the ride should be negotiated beforehand, typically costing around 1,000 CFA Francs. This method is quicker than a regular taxi-brousse and provides a more direct route to the beach.