3 Week Senegal Tour Packages
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Senegal Itineraries for 3 weeks
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- Days 1-2
Dakar & Gorée Island
Start exploring Dakar, Senegal's buzzing capital. Visit the Museum of African Civilization first thing to beat the crowds. Take the 20-minute ferry to Gorée Island in the morning when the lighting is perfect for photos of the colonial buildings. Visit the House of Slaves early since it gets packed by midday.
- Day 3
Pink Lake & Lompoul Desert
Visit Lake Retba (Pink Lake) in the morning to see salt harvesters at work. Bring water shoes to protect your feet from the sharp salt bed. The drive to Lompoul Desert takes 2 hours on rough roads. Consider motion sickness pills if needed. Your desert camp stay includes traditional drumming and dancing by the campfire.
- Days 4-5
Saint Louis & Touba
Tour the UNESCO city of Saint Louis by horse-drawn carriage. Visit Djoudj Bird Sanctuary at sunrise to spot thousands of flamingos. Remember that women need long skirts and head coverings to enter Touba's Grand Mosque.
- Days 6-8
Niokolo Koba & Kedougou
The drive to Niokolo Koba National Park takes 6 hours through small villages. Get up early for game drives and wear neutral colors. Pack binoculars. The walk to Dindefello Falls is challenging but worth it. Wear good hiking shoes since the trail gets slippery.
- Days 9-10
Toubacouta & Wassu Stones
Take a boat through the Saloum Delta to spot birds and mangroves. Visit the Wassu Stone Circles early before it gets too hot. You'll need sun protection since there isn't much shade.
- Days 11-14
The Gambia
Cross into The Gambia for wildlife viewing. Wear closed shoes for the lion walk at Fathala Reserve. Take a relaxing boat ride through Makasutu Cultural Forest. A recent visitor shared: "The palm wine tasting and traditional lunch at Makasutu gave us real insight into local culture."
- Days 15-17
Return to Senegal
Walk the wooden bridge to Fadiouth's shell-island. Watch your step on the slippery shells. Finish with a game drive in Bandia Reserve near Dakar to see rhinos and giraffes. Book evening flights from Dakar to avoid morning traffic.
- Days 1-2
Dakar & Gorée Island
Start your journey in Dakar, Senegal's capital. Visit Independence Square and the presidential palace early to beat the crowds. The Museum of African Civilization opens at 9:30 AM - going right at opening helps you avoid tour groups. Take the afternoon ferry to Gorée Island when it's cooler. Visit the House of Slaves near closing time to avoid the midday rush.
- Days 3-4
Pink Lake & Desert Experience
Visit Lake Retba (Pink Lake) in the morning to watch salt collectors at work. The lake's pink color is most vibrant between 10 AM and noon. Next, head to Lompoul Desert for a night in traditional lodges. Bring a headlamp since desert paths are dark at night. Take a morning camel ride for the best desert photos before the sun gets too strong.
- Days 5-6
Saint Louis & Holy City
See Saint Louis by horse-drawn cart - it's the best way to navigate the narrow streets. Visit Djoudj Bird Sanctuary first thing for the best birdwatching. In Touba's Grand Mosque, women need long skirts and head coverings. Get a local guide to understand the mosque's rich history.
- Days 7-9
National Parks & Waterfalls
Take morning game drives at Niokolo Koba National Park between 6-10 AM for wildlife spotting. The Dindefello Falls hike needs good shoes and lots of water. Be careful at the waterfall pool, especially after rain.
- Days 10-12
Into The Gambia
Cross the border into The Gambia (allow 1-2 hours). Visit Wassu Stone Circles in late afternoon when it's quiet. Book the Fathala Reserve lion walk early as spots fill up fast. Check Banjul Arch 22's opening times before visiting.
- Days 13-14
Gambian Culture
Take the Makasutu Forest boat trip early when animals are active. Keep small bills ready for palm wine sellers. Visit Tanji fishing village at 3-4 PM to see boats returning with fresh catch.
- Days 15-17
Return to Senegal
Go back to Senegal via Fadiouth's shell island. Wear good shoes - the shells get slippery. Spend your final days at Bandia Reserve and Saly beach. Book flights after 2 PM to avoid morning traffic in Dakar.
- Days 1-2
Dakar & Gorée Island
Begin your journey in Dakar, Senegal's capital. Visit the presidential palace area and Independence Square then take the 20-minute ferry to Gorée Island. Get to the House of Slaves by 8 AM to beat the crowds. You'll need water and sun protection since the island offers minimal shade. Plan about 2 hours to explore the African Civilizations Museum.
- Days 3-4
Pink Lake & Saint-Louis
Visit Lake Retba (Pink Lake) in the morning to see salt harvesters at work. The pink color looks best between 10 AM and noon. Spend the night at a desert camp in Lompoul. The next day, take a horse-drawn carriage through Saint-Louis's colonial quarter. Visit Djoudj Bird Sanctuary before 9 AM to see active flamingos.
- Days 5-7
Touba & Niokolo Koba
Stop at the Grand Mosque of Touba. Women need long skirts and head coverings available at the entrance. Travel to Tambacounda and Niokolo Koba National Park. Take dawn game drives to spot warthogs, monkeys and possibly lions. Plan river boat trips between November and February for the best wildlife viewing.
- Days 8-9
Kedougou & Dindefello
Visit Bedik villages in the cooler morning hours. The Dindefello waterfall hike takes about 45 minutes each way on slippery terrain. Bring proper hiking shoes. You can swim at the waterfall base. For Saloum Delta visits, plan around high tide for better boat access.
- Days 10-12
The Gambia Introduction
Enter The Gambia to see the Wassu stone circles. Wear good shoes for the uneven ground. Book the Fathala Reserve lion walk ahead of time. Visit Arch 22 in Banjul early before it gets hot. Plan about 45 minutes each way for the Kunta Kinteh Island boat trip.
- Days 13-14
Gambian Nature & Culture
Start early at Makasutu Cultural Forest for active wildlife and cooler weather. Visit Bijilo Forest Park mid-morning for monkey feeding. Head to Tanji fishing village around 3-4 PM when boats return with fresh catch.
- Days 15-17
Return to Senegal
Check tide times to visit Joal-Fadiouth's shell island. Take morning game drives at Bandia Reserve. Book your Dakar departure flight for late afternoon to avoid traffic.
