Bassari Country + Saloum Delta: 10 Day Tour

The landscapes of West Africa captivate from the first moment. We'll prove it in this 10-day tour of Senegal, in which we'll depart from Dakar to visit the remote region of Bassari Country and the Salum river delta, among other outstanding places.

Bassari Country + Saloum Delta: 10 Day Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Dakar - Pink Lake

Welcome to Dakar! We'll pick you up at the airport and drive to Lac Rose where you'll have the rest of the day free for personal activities and dinner at the hotel.

Day 2: Pink Lake - Kaolack

After breakfast at Lac Rose, we'll explore the area known for its stunning landscapes. You'll have free time for lunch in a local restaurant before heading to Kaolack to visit its popular market. Dinner and overnight at a hotel in Kaolack.

Day 3: Kaolack - Tambacounda - Mako

Post-breakfast, we'll travel to Tambacounda, where you'll have lunch on your own. We'll cross Niokolo Koba National Park before heading to Mako camp. If conditions allow, a short hike to spot hippos will be offered. Dinner at camp.

Day 4: Mako - Bassari Country - Kedougou

After breakfast, we’ll reach the Bassari Country. You'll leave your luggage at a hotel in Bedick, then embark on a one-hour hiking route to visit local villages. Dinner included at Bedick hotel.

Day 5: Kedougou - Dindefelo - Dande - Tambacounda

We'll explore Dindefelo, visiting the Dindefelo waterfall, followed by a trek to Dande for lunch amidst nature. Dinner at a central hotel in Tambacounda. Note: the hike is optional.

Day 6: Tambacounda - Toubacouta - Faoye

Post-breakfast, we’ll enter Salum Delta National Park. Boat ride on the Salum River to Faoye where you'll have lunch and dinner at the camp.

Day 7: Faoye - Joal Fadiouth - Marfafaco

After breakfast, we'll visit the shell cemetery on Joal-Fadiouth island before returning to Marfafaco for an afternoon free to swim in the river.

Day 8: Marfafaco

After breakfast, a boat trip on the Salum Delta awaits. Post-lunch, we’ll visit the village of Marfafaco and then rest at a local camp for dinner.

Day 9: Marfafaco - Somone

Early morning transfer to the Somone lagoon, known for its diverse ecosystems. Dinner and overnight at accommodation in Somone.

Day 10: Somone - Dakar Airport

Breakfast overlooking the lagoon, followed by free time for swimming and shopping. Then, we return to Dakar and drop you off at the airport.

Accommodation

The tour includes 9 nights accommodation with breakfast in 3-star hotels:

Lac Rose (1 night): Hotel Chez Salim or similarKaolack (1 night): Hotel Relais or similarMako (1 night): Badian Camp or similarKedougou (1 night): Bedick Hotel or similarTambacounda (1 night): Hotel Relais Tamba or similarMafafaco (2 nights): Mafafaco Camp or similarFaoye (1 night): Faoye Solidarity Camp or similarSomone (1 night): Hotel Les Pieds dans l'eau or similar