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Bandia Reserve Private Trip

For lovers of adventure and wildlife, our amazing trip to the Bandia Reserve is the perfect excursion from Dakar. You'll love it!

  • 5 hours
  • 8Very good | 14 reviews

For those who seek adventure and wish to explore wildlife, a fantastic journey to the Bandia Reserve offers an ideal escape from Dakar.

Details of the Private Day Trip

The excursion begins at 9 am, with departure from your accommodation as we make our way to the Bandia forest, renowned as one of Senegal's premier nature reserves.

En route, you will encounter majestic baobab trees, iconic symbols of the African savanna, along with intriguing stories about their use as burial sites in local traditions.

After approximately one hour of travel, we will arrive at the Bandia Reserve, an expansive natural habitat that hosts a wide array of animal species, many endemic to Africa. Here, we will board a sturdy all-terrain vehicle to embark on an unforgettable expedition through the territory of giraffes, zebras, rhinos, antelopes, ostriches, and crocodiles.

During the safari, you will have the chance to observe these incredible animals thriving in their natural surroundings. The vehicle provides an excellent platform for capturing stunning photographs, allowing you to take home a lasting memory of this remarkable adventure.

Upon completing the tour of the nature reserve, we will return you to your hotel in Dakar, with an expected arrival around 2:30 pm.

Lake Retba

As an alternative, you may opt for our trip that combines the Bandia Reserve and Lac Rose. In addition to exploring the reserve, you will also experience one of Senegal’s most breathtaking natural wonders, popularly known as Lac Rose or Pink Lake.

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • English speaking guide

Not included

  • Lunch
  • Entrance fee to Bandia Reserve: 18.5EUR per person
  • Transport by offroading vehicle in Bandia Reserve: 72EUR per group

Tips

  • Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible.

Location

Activity location

International Education by Scandinavia and Sénégal- Iess, Dakar, Senegal

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