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Senegal - Gambia - Kedougou festival, Casamence and Western Gambia

12 days
From Mbour to Foret de Bandia National Park
4.4
514 traveler reviews

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Ages 18+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arrival in Mbour

    Landmarks
    Mbour
  2. Day 2

    Mbour - Sokone - Saloum Delta

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Mbour's market and fishing port
    • Visit Saloum Delta
    • Cultural immersion with Serer village women
    Landmarks
    Saloum Delta
    Sokone
  3. Day 3

    Sokone - Kunta Kinteh Island - Senegambia

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kunta Kinteh Island
    • Journey to Senegambia

    Optional Activities

    • Evening stroll in Senegambia
    • Dinner in town
    Landmarks
    Kunta Kinteh Island
  4. Day 4

    Banjul - Mangroves & Sacred Wildlife

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided city tour of Banjul's old town
    • Guided walk at Bijilo Forest Park
    • Boat excursion through mangroves
    • Visit Kachikally Sacred Crocodile Pool
    Landmarks
    Banjul Old Town
    Bijilo Forest Park
    Kachikally Sacred Crocodile Pool
  5. Day 5

    Casamance - Ziguinchor - Oussouye - Aljowe

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Tilène Market in Ziguinchor
    • Audience with the Diola king in Oussouye
    • Visit cashew nut processing factory
    • Social immersion with Diola community
    Landmarks
    Ziguinchor
    Oussouye
  6. Day 6

    Oussouye - Pointe Saint Georges - Egueye Island

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Diola Culture Museum at M'Lomp
    • Climb observation platform at Kanoufa
    • Explore Saint-Georges village
    • Picnic excursion to Egueye Island
    Landmarks
    Diola Culture Museum
    Kanoufa
  7. Day 7

    Egueye - Cap Skiring - Kolda

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (At Cap Skiring beach)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kadioute de Boucotte
    • Witness fishermen at harbor
    • Visit artisanal village
    • Lunch at Cap Skiring beach
    Landmarks
    Cap Skiring
    Kolda
  8. Day 8

    Kolda - Bandafassi - Iwol - Kedougou Festival

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kolda market
    • Learn about Bassari culture at Bandafassi village
    • Community immersion in Iwol village
    • Attend initiation festival with traditional dances and ceremonies
    Landmarks
    Bandafassi
    Iwol
    Kedougou
  9. Day 9

    Kedougou - Dindefelo Waterfall

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Immersion in Iwol village
    • Picnic at Dindefelo Waterfall
    • Explore surrounding landscapes and trails
    Landmarks
    Dindefelo Waterfall
  10. Day 10

    Kedougou - Tambacounda - Kaolack

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Admire baobabs and scenic villages during transfer
    Landmarks
    Kaolack
  11. Day 11

    Kaolack - Touba - Saint-Louis

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kaolack's animal market
    • Visit Grand Mosque in Touba
    • Explore colonial streets of Saint-Louis
    Landmarks
    Grand Mosque of Touba
    Saint-Louis
  12. Day 12

    Kayar - Lac Rose - Departure

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kayar fishing village
    • Learn about salt harvesting at Lac Rose
    • Explore Bandia Wildlife Reserve
    Landmarks
    Kayar
    Lac Rose
    Bandia Wildlife Reserve

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Rating
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Response time
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Response rate
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Reviews from other tours by Penguin Travel

  • António
    February 26th, 2026
    The itinerary is good and well designed although we only spent a day in Gambia.
  • Ulrik
    February 23rd, 2026
    A very interesting tour with both cultural and natural highlights. So a lot of wildlife, especially birds. But also a...
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  • James
    November 14th, 2025
    This tour was a delightful experience for us. Our tour leaders Astrid and Abdou were very attentive to our needs and...
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Tour ID: 341295

  • Currencies
    D
    Dalasi
    Gambia
    Fr
    CFA Franc BCEAO
    Senegal
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types G, C, E, F, D, M, K. As a traveler from England you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, D, M, K. As a traveler from South Africa you will need an adaptor for types G, C, E, F, K.

    Type G
    Gambia
    Type C
    Senegal
    Type E
    Senegal
    Type F
    Senegal
    Type D
    Senegal
    Type M
    Senegal
    Type K
    Senegal
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Gambia.Senegal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Gambia.Senegal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Gambia.Senegal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Gambia.Senegal. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Gambia.Senegal. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Gambia.Senegal. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Gambia.Senegal. Ideally 3 weeks before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Gambia.Senegal. Ideally 10 days before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before August 1st, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 1st, 2026, a minimum payment of 30% is required to confirm your booking with Penguin Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Penguin Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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  • Cancellation Policy
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Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

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