Chief town of the District of the mountains, the city of Man is located at approximately 500 km from Abidjan.

Man is also nicknamed "The city of 18 mountains", because it is located in a misty basin, surrounded by a unique set of mountainous massif which gives it a particular character.

What to do in Man - Ivory Coast?

1-The waterfalls of Man - Ivory Coast

The natural waterfall of Zadepleu, located 3 kilometers from Man, on the road to Mount Tonkpi is one of the most visited tourist places in the region. It is the result of a river with a variable flow rate, it flows on a height of about 20 meters and constitutes a magnificent place of rest under the large trees.

Man also has other waterfalls such as the Glongouin waterfall located at the foot of the Dent de Man, the Goba waterfall located on the road to Danané and the little known Deoule waterfall. These waterfalls create impressive natural landscapes with sequences of several small waterfalls. Very popular, the waterfalls of Man are frequented by those who come to seek a little freshness by diving into their natural pools.

-Yafohi Travel tips

At the entrance of the waterfalls of Man, you must pay a sum of 200 or 300 francs/person to have access.

2-The tooth of Man - Ivory Coast

The Dent de Man located a few kilometers from the city of Man, road to Ziogoualé, represents the tourist identity of the district of mountains. Visible from the entrance of the city, it consists of a set of twin rocks 900 meters high overlooking the city of Man. The Dent de Man is a real tourist site, its view from the top is worth its weight in gold, it is sublime, you will have the impression to be in the clouds.

-Yafohi Travel advice

A tourist tax of 1000 Fcfa can be asked at the entrance of the village Glongouin, before accessing it. To reach the dent de Man, you need at least 2 long hours of walking through fields and forest. Bring good sneakers, because the ground and the granite rock are often slippery and it is better to be accompanied by a local guide.

3-Tonkpi Mountain - Ivory Coast

This mountain is one of the highest after Mount Nimba.

Mount Tonkpi located, 25 km from Man, Zadepleu road, culminates at about 1223 m of altitude, is endowed with a very beautiful landscape and beautiful tracks suitable for hiking.

Indeed, a well traced track leads to the top of the mountain where we find the House of the Ex-Governors, a residence with the appearance of a fortress built with huge masses of granite stones.

A superb walk not to be missed if you are in the area.

-Yafohi Travel advice

it is better to be accompanied by a local guide

4-The liana bridges, Man - Ivory Coast

The liana bridges in the mountain district are a real cultural and architectural heritage. The secret of their construction, remains to this day, jealously guarded by the indigenous Yacouba.

These structures look like hammocks and are in fact made of the best lianas of the forest.

These bridges ensure the connection between two banks and play an essential role in the relations and the communication between communities.

Although there are more than a dozen of them throughout the region, the most famous liana bridge remains that of Lieupleu. The bridge of Lieupleu, located in the village of the same name 2 hours from the city of Man, crosses the Cavally River.

Some of the liana bridges are nowadays unfortunately a bit degraded.

-Yafohi Travel advice

The crossing is done barefoot. It is customary to remove one's shoes before crossing a bridge and to greet the spirits that live there in order to avoid any unfortunate accidents that, according to beliefs, are of mystical origin.

5-Monkeys of the sacred forest of Gpêpleu

A real tourist attraction in the city of Man, this small sacred forest located at the edge of the village of Gbêpleu, is home to a community of monkeys accustomed to human presence.

They are called by the guardians of the forest and approach visitors only for treats.

Several legends reported by the villagers attribute a human origin to these monkeys.