From the sabar beats of Dakar to the beaches of Ndangane, via the rich birdlife of the Gambia River, this trip explores two West African greats. Journey through Senegal, discovering its glittering capital and slow-paced colonial towns before delving into the region's national parks and cruising along the Gambia River. Our two-week tour uncovers the region's unique culture, awash with vibrant music, fascinating history and colourful wildlife. Djoudj - Spot purple heron, white pelican and cormorant at one of the most important bird sanctuaries in the world. Gambia River - Sleep aboard a boat on the mighty Gambia River and sail through tropical forest, bamboo groves and rice paddies. Saloum Delta - Explore the river delta by traditional pirogue boat, passing through mangroves, looking for a range of aquatic birds.
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General information
Tour ID124851
Tour length13days
LanguageEnglish
Group size16
Age range16 - 85
Operated by
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Starting point
Corniche Est Dakar Plateau, Dakar, Senegal
Savana Hotel, Hotel reception
18:00
End point
Corniche Est Dakar Plateau, Dakar, Senegal
Savana Hotel, Hotel reception
09:00
Itinerary
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Day 1: Join trip in Dakar (Senegal)
Day 2: Ferry to the Island of Goree Visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site
Day 3: Visit to the Lac Rose, known locally as the pink lake followed by an afternoon drive to the old French Capital of West Africa St. Louis
Day 4: Djoudj bird reserve and St Louis. Visit a charming French colonial town
Day 5: Explore the Langue de Barbarie by motorised pirogue
Day 6: Drive to Georgetown (Gambia) via Touba Mosque
Day 7: Cruise along the Gambia River and visit an archaeological mystery, the Wassau Stone Circles
Day 8: Bird and wildlife spotting as we continue to cruise down the Gambia River late afternoon drive to Bintang Bolong
Day 9: Full day in the Bintang Bolong river basin
Day 10: Drive to Saloum Delta (Senegal)
Day 11: Saolum Delta National Park boat trip through the Delta to Ndagane
Day 12: Visit Senegal's giant Baobab tree, explore Fadiout Island and return to Dakar