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Exploring Senegal’s diverse wildlife is an exhilarating experience, offering opportunities to encounter a variety of species in their natural habitats. Here’s a wildlife-themed itinerary for exploring the best of Senegal’s natural wonders:

5 days

18+ Age

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Day 1: Arrival in Dakar
  • Arrive in Dakar, Senegal’s capital city, and check into your hotel.
  • Depending on your arrival time, spend the afternoon relaxing at your hotel or exploring Dakar’s vibrant markets and cultural attractions.
  • Enjoy a delicious dinner at a local restaurant, sampling traditional Senegalese cuisine.
Day 2: Bandia Wildlife Reserve
  • Depart from Dakar early in the morning for Bandia Wildlife Reserve, located about an hour away.
  • Embark on a guided safari tour of the reserve, where you can spot a variety of African wildlife including giraffes, rhinos, antelopes, zebras, and more.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve surrounded by nature.
  • Return to Dakar in the late afternoon and relax at your hotel.
Day 3: Saloum Delta National Park
  • Depart from Dakar and head to Saloum Delta National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve located in southern Senegal.
  • Take a boat tour through the mangrove forests and saltwater estuaries, observing the park’s diverse birdlife including pelicans, flamingos, herons, and more.
  • Visit local villages and learn about the traditional fishing practices of the Saloum Delta.
  • Check into a lodge or eco-camp within the park for an immersive wildlife experience.
Day 4: Saloum Delta Safari
  • Spend the day exploring Saloum Delta National Park on foot or by boat, accompanied by experienced guides.
  • Keep an eye out for wildlife such as monkeys, crocodiles, monitor lizards, and a variety of bird species.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park, surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature.
  • In the evening, relax at your lodge or eco-camp and enjoy a delicious dinner prepared with fresh, local ingredients.
Day 5: Niokolo-Koba National Park
  • Depart from Saloum Delta National Park and head to Niokolo-Koba National Park, one of the largest and most diverse protected areas in West Africa.
  • Take a guided safari tour through the park, where you can spot elephants, lions, hippos, buffalo, and numerous bird species.
  • Visit the park’s scenic viewpoints and enjoy breathtaking views of the landscape.
  • Check into a lodge or campsite within the park for an overnight stay.
Day 6: Niokolo-Koba Wildlife Safari
  • Spend the day exploring Niokolo-Koba National Park, accompanied by experienced guides.
  • Keep your camera ready as you search for wildlife along the park’s network of trails and waterways.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African wilderness.
  • In the evening, relax at your lodge or campsite and share stories of your wildlife encounters with fellow travelers.
Day 7: Departure
  • Enjoy a final breakfast at your lodge or campsite before departing from Niokolo-Koba National Park.
  • Transfer back to Dakar for your departure flight, taking with you memories of an unforgettable wildlife adventure in Senegal.
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8.7

Accommodation
88%
Destination
91%
Foods
90%
Transport
83%
Value for Money
80%
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