Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Dakar
Dakar- Start point
- Dakar, Dakar, Senegal (Accommodation within Dakar, Senegal, 08:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel 4* (Axil Hotel or similar)
Included Activities
- Hotel check-in and orientation about the safari
- Day 2
Dakar to Diogo
Dakar to Diogo- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional local cuisine in desert camp setting)
- Accommodation
- Lodge (Okai Hotel and Lodge or similar)
Included Activities
- Stop at Pink Lake (Lac Rose) with walk and floating opportunity
- Exploration of Diogo desert landscape
- Desert camp overnight experience with traditional tents and local cuisine
- Village visit to interact with locals and learn about customs
Optional Activities
- Camel rides
- Sand boarding
Landmarks Pink Lake (Lac Rose) - Day 3
Diogo to Saint Louis
Diogo to Saint Louis- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional Senegalese dishes such as Thieboudienne or Yassa)
- Accommodation
- Camping ( Cap Saint Louis or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit to Saint Louis Island
- Visit to Faidherbe Bridge
- Exploration of museums, art galleries, and historic sites
Landmarks Saint Louis Island Faidherbe Bridge - Day 4
Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary
Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping ( Cap Saint Louis or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary
- Bird watching and exploration of wetland habitat
Landmarks Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary - Day 5
Saint Louis to Sine Saloum
Saint Louis to Sine Saloum- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel 3* (Keur Saloum hotel or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit to Touba grand mosque
- Learning about Mouride Brotherhood religious significance
Landmarks Touba Grand Mosque - Day 6
Saloum Delta
Saloum Delta- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Delicious Senegalese cuisine)
- Accommodation
- Hotel 3* (Keur Saloum hotel or similar)
Included Activities
- Boat tour through mangroves
- Visit charming villages in Saloum Delta
- River cruise along Saloum River
- Explore islands with pristine beaches and fishing community
- Birdwatching
- Sunset boat trip
- Experience with traditional performances and Griots
Landmarks Saloum Delta - Day 7
Sine Saloum to Janjanbureh
Sine Saloum to Janjanbureh- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel 3* (Kairoh Garden Kuntaur or similar)
Included Activities
- Safari at Fathala Wildlife Reserve with expert guide
- Wildlife viewing including West African Giant Derby Eland, antelope, giraffes, rhinos, buffalo, warthogs, and primates
- Walking alongside lions opportunity
- Border crossing into Gambia with immigration formalities
Landmarks Fathala Wildlife Reserve Janjanbureh Island (MacCarthy Island) - Day 8
Wassu Stone Circles to Albreda
Wassu Stone Circles to Albreda- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel 3* (Kairoh Garden Kuntaur or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Wassu Stones Cercles UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Guided tour of ancient stone circles with expert commentary
- Picnic lunch
- Visit Albreda historic settlement
Landmarks Wassu Stones Cercles Albreda - Day 9
Juffureh to Gambia River Cruise
Juffureh to Gambia River Cruise- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (Kunta Kinteh Roots Camp or similar)
Included Activities
- Exploration of Juffureh village
- Roots Heritage Trail experience
- Gambia River cruise with guide
- Visit to riverside communities
- Sunset cruise experience
Landmarks Juffureh Village Gambia River - Day 10
Juffureh to Banjul
Juffureh to Banjul- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Resort (Tamala Beach Resort or similar)
Included Activities
- Ferry boat crossing to Banjul
- Visit to Arch 22 with climb to top terrace
- Visit to National Museum
- Exploration of Albert Market
Landmarks Arch 22 National Museum Albert Market - Day 11
Banjul to Joal-Fadiouth to Saly
Banjul to Joal-Fadiouth to Saly- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel 4* ( Royam Hotel or Royal Hotel or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit to Joal historic town
- Visit to Fadiouth island village
- Exploration of shell-covered cemetery and community
Landmarks Joal Fadiouth Island - Day 12
Departure
Departure- End point
- Banjul, The Gambia (Accommodation with Banjul, Gambia, 17:00)
Included Activities
- Airport transfer
Optional Activities
- Shopping for souvenirs
- Beach relaxation
- Last-minute sightseeing of nearby attractions
