Senegal Highlights 5 Days-4 Nights
Tour Details
Senegal, located in West Africa, is a country known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty. With a history dating back to the medieval kingdom of Tekrur, Senegal has been shaped by various civilizations, including the French colonial empire. This melting pot of cultures has resulted in a diverse and vibrant society, with a strong tradition of music, dance, and arts. Senegal is also home to some of the most breathtaking natural landscapes in the world, from the rolling savannas of the Casamance region to the pristine beaches of Dakar. Whether you’re interested in exploring the country’s rich history or simply soaking up its natural beauty, Senegal offers a unique and unforgettable experience.
Operating days: Every day
Departure time: 0830 hours
Departure point: Dakar Airport/ Accommodation- Pick-Up
Arrival point: Dakar Airport /Accommodation- Drop- off
Special instructions: please contact Across Africa Tours & Travel to confirm your departure details at least one week before your first day of the visit.
Senegal Highlights 5 Days-4 Nights
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Departure & Return Location
Dakar/Senegal
Departure Time
3 Hours Before Flight Time
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What to Expect
Senegal, located in West Africa, is a country known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty. With a history dating back to the medieval kingdom of Tekrur, Senegal has been shaped by various civilizations, including the French colonial empire. This melting pot of cultures has resulted in a diverse and vibrant society, with a strong tradition of music, dance, and arts. Senegal is also home to some of the most breathtaking natural landscapes in the world, from the rolling savannas of the Casamance region to the pristine beaches of Dakar. Whether you’re interested in exploring the country’s rich history or simply soaking up its natural beauty, Senegal offers a unique and unforgettable experience.
Itinerary
Day 1 Dakar – Wassadou (Gate of Niokolo Koba) --- (590 km)
Early morning, take a route through the dense savannah to Niokolo Koba National Park. Check at the hotel, Wassadou Hotel on a bank of the Gambia River. There will be a boat trip to observe the hippopotamus colonies (if the water level allows) or a guided walk along the river to watch the Local flora and Fauna such as Monkeys, birds, varans among others.
Accommodation: Hotel Wassadou
Meal Included: Breakfast
Day 2Wassadou – Niokolo Koba – Kedougou ---- (300 km)
Rise for a guided game drive at Niokolo Koba Park. Great opportunity to encounter the warthogs, monkeys, antelopes, many species of birds and unusually panthers and lions. After the game drive and picnic lunch, you will drive to Mako for a walk along the bank o Gambia River in search of hippos before continuing to Kedougou.
Accommodation: Hotel Camp Dar Salam, Relais de Kedougou, Les Cocotiers or similar.
Meal plan: Breakfast
Day 3Kedougou – Dindefello – Bassari Hills – Tambacounda ---- (350 km)
Spend the day in the discovery of the Bedik ethnic group. Visit the traditional village of Bediks Lwol perched on the heights. Trek to Peulh village of Dindefelo. At your details upon, walk through the path that will surprise you with its exuberance and small streams to reach the waterfall. Its’ cascades from a height of 80m in a basin that gives a chance for swimming. Picnic at the foot of the waterfall. At late noon leave with regrets the freshness of the place to join Tambacounda.
Accommodation: hotel Relais de Tamba, Hotel le Malahika or similar.
Meal plan: Breakfast
Day 4Tambacounda – Lompoul Desert ---- (465 km)
After breakfast, take a drive to Lompoul, in the desert of Senegal. Enjoy a camel ride to the top of the sand dunes from where you can enjoy a panoramic view of coastline. Spend the night in comfortable tents and feel like nomads observing the moon or stars.
Accommodation: Ecolodge de Lompoul, Camp du Desert or similar.
Meal plan: Breakfast
Day 5Lompoul Desert – Dakar ---- (215 km)
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Dakar, Saly or to airport. End of our services!
