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8 days / 7 nightsFrom 800per person

Myths and Charms

From Dakar to Lake Retba, from Saint-Louis to the dunes of Lompoul: a journey revealing the magic and diversity of Senegal.

Lake Retba Saint-Louis Lompoul Desert Gorée Island Dakar

Day-by-day programme

1

Day 1

Dakar / Lake Retba

Airport welcome and assistance by our local representative. Transfer and check-in at Keur Salim by Lake Retba. Dinner and overnight at the camp.

2

Day 2

Lake Retba / Saint-Louis

4x4 ride through the dunes and a swim in the lake. Departure for Saint-Louis and check-in at a charming hotel on the island.

3

Day 3

Saint-Louis

Tour of UNESCO-listed Saint-Louis. Horse-drawn carriage ride through colourful streets, craft market and Faidherbe Bridge.

Vue aérienne du Lac Rose au Sénégal
The unreal colours of Lake Retba
Ancienne grue sur les quais de Saint-Louis
Saint-Louis and its historic quays
Architecture historique de Saint-Louis du Sénégal
Saint-Louis, elegant and diverse
4

Day 4

Saint-Louis / Djoudj / Lompoul

Morning in Djoudj National Park, a paradise for birdlife. Afternoon departure for the Lompoul Desert.

5

Day 5

Lompoul Desert / Thiès

Sunrise over the dunes and camel ride. Continue to Thiès, famous for its tapestries.

6

Day 6

Thiès / Gorée / Dakar

Ferry to Gorée Island and visit to the House of Slaves. Return to Dakar and discover the city.

Pélicans au Parc national du Djoudj
The great spectacle of Djoudj
Balade à dos de dromadaire dans les dunes de Lompoul
Lompoul at the pace of the dunes
Campement dans les dunes du désert de Lompoul
A night beneath the stars
7

Day 7

Dakar

Free day in Dakar: Soumbédioune market, African Renaissance Monument and the beaches of Ngor.

8

Day 8

Departure

Transfer to the airport according to your flight time. See you again soon!

Entrée de la Maison des Esclaves sur l’île de Gorée
Gorée, a place of remembrance
Architecture historique colorée de Gorée
The colours of Gorée
Monument de la Renaissance africaine à Dakar
Dakar, the energy of the capital

This tour includes

  • Airport welcome and transfers
  • Full-board accommodation
  • Professional French-speaking guide
  • Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance fees for visited sites

Not included

  • International flights
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses

Interested in this tour?

Contact Babacar for availability. The itinerary can be adapted to your wishes.

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