Destinations

Discover Senegal

Senegal is a country full of energy, rich traditions, and stunning coastal landscapes. From the bustling streets of Dakar to the historic island of Gorée, every corner tells a story of resilience and cultural depth. The rhythms of mbalax music fill the air, blending with the calls of street vendors and the scent of freshly prepared local dishes. Along the coastline, fishermen in colorful pirogues bring in their daily catch, continuing a way of life that has been passed down for generations.

Beyond the cities, the country offers a mix of landscapes, from the sweeping dunes of Lompoul to the tranquil waters of the Sine-Saloum Delta. The pink waters of Lake Retba provide a surreal sight, while the Baobab trees scattered across the land stand as silent witnesses to history. Senegal’s warm hospitality, known as teranga, makes visitors feel at home, whether sharing a meal with a local family or experiencing traditional dance and storytelling. The country’s rich history and vibrant present create an unforgettable experience.

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Trips

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The Niokolo-Koba National Park

Located about 600 km south of Dakar, the Niokolo-Koba National Park was created in 1926 as a wildlife reserve and becomes a classified forest in 1951 and national park in 1954. The National Park extends over 900,000 hectares and is home to a large number of animal species such as elephants, lions, buffaloes, panthers, monkeys, many antelope species.

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The Djoudj Bird National Park

It is a paradise for migratory birds, located about 60 kilometers north of Saint-Louis. The National Park bird sanctuary is ranked 3th in the world. It was created in 1971 and covers an area of 16,000 hectares. it was classified by RAMSAR Convention as a "Wetland of international importance" in 1980, and it was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981.

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The Langue de Barbarie National Park

This park is born from the cross between the Senegal River and the Atlantic Ocean, the langue de Barbarie is a long band of about thirty kilometers stretching from the north to the south of Saint-Louis. Created in 1976 and covering an area of 2,000 hectares, The National Park stretches over fifteen kilometers with a width of a few hundred meters to almost a kilometer between the Senegal River and the Atlantic Ocean. The part that is exposed to the sea is made up of dunes fixed by filaos whereas, on the beachside, the sand serves as a nesting place for sea turtles. A remarkable site that houses among others flamingos, pelicans, cormorants, herons, egrets, lapwings, whistling ducks, terns, and seagulls.

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The Delta Saloum National Park

Created as a wildlife sanctuary, it became a National park in 1976. it covers an area of 76, 000 ha, in 59,000 ha of classified forests and it is undeniably on of the most beautiful national parks of Senegal. The biotopes are mainly composed of mangrove mudflats, coasts, sandy islets, the marine environment, and the Sudanian Woodland.

The park is home to approximately thirty-six mammal species, including Warthogs, Harnaches, Roebuck (rare), Spotted hyenas, colobus, Green monkeys, and Patas. There are also many nesting birds.

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The Magdalene Islands National Park

Established in 1970, the lower Casamance National Park is located in the Ziguinchor region. it covers an area of 5000 hectares with a rich fauna consisting of mammals, birds and reptiles. There are about 50 mammal species including forest buffaloes, panthers, Cercopithecus campbelli, Galagoides demidoff, colobus bais and about 200 birds species such as yellow-billed hornbills, long-horned hornbills, green turacos, blue-billed malimbes and many more. There are also several reptile species such as green mambas, royal pythons. The park is also home to several butterfly species that can be observed.

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Natural Reserves

In addition to national parks, Senegal also has several wildlife reserves and several hunting areas and zoos in which many animal and plant species are represented. You will discover the slendid Senegalese fauna and flora.