Private tour in Dakar Sogui W

Two days, 1 night tour: Walk With The Lions in Fathala Animals Reserve

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Dear travelers, Whether you are visiting Senegal for the very first time or returning to discover more, a warm welcome to you! **I am Sogui**, a passionate local guide with extensive tourism expertise, offering tailored indoor and outdoor tours designed around your unique desires. While I lead our journeys, I work alongside a dedicated team to ensure you get the absolute best experience across West Africa. One of our favorite experiences is taking you on a deep cultural immersion to meet Senegal's diverse communities, including the Wolof, Serer, Fula (Peul), and Bedik (Bassari) peoples. This unique journey allows you to truly connect with locals, share in daily traditions like traditional millet pounding, and learn their vibrant dances. As a specialist in **African literature**, I offer you a profound and unique perspective on our culturally rich country. If you are looking for an expert for historical tours, you have come to the right place—my colleagues and clients often call me "The Encyclopedia" or "The Professor" because of my deep passion for our history. Traveling with family? I absolutely love children! If you are traveling with your little ones, you can rest assured they will be in safe, caring, and fun hands throughout the journey. We also believe you haven't fully experienced Senegal until you have tasted our authentic culinary treasures. Join us to savor a traditional Thiéboudienne (savory rice and fish) or visit a local dibiterie to enjoy dibi—deliciously seasoned, wood-fired grilled meat. To complete your culinary journey, you will taste refreshing local juices like Bissap and Bouye, alongside a cup of rich, aromatic Café Touba. Beyond Senegal, we design seamless multi-country itineraries that showcase the absolute best of West Africa: * **The Gambia:** A wealth of incredible experiences awaits you. We will take you on a deep cultural immersion through Banjul's bustling Albert Market and visit the sacred Kachikally Crocodile Pond and its museum. History and nature lovers can journey to Juffureh and Kunta Kinteh Island, cruise the Gambia River to spot chimpanzees, hippos, and primates, or explore the vibrant Tanji Fishing Harbour, Bijilo Monkey Park, Abuko Nature Reserve, and the mystical Makasutu Sacred Forest. * **Guinea-Bissau:** Our focus turns to the fascinating Bijagos cultures across islands like Canhabaque, Bubaque, Soga, and Orango. This hidden gem offers unforgettable boat tours in a pristine area untouched by mass tourism. The spectacular Bijagos Archipelago is composed of 88 islands—with only 24 inhabited—where we can even guide you to see the rare saltwater hippos of Orango National Park. Looking for another specific adventure? We are also certified birdwatching experts ready to guide you through the region’s incredible avian biodiversity. Cherry on the cake , the unique professional bird guide Your satisfaction is my absolute priority. I cannot wait to welcome you to the land of Teranga—the land of unmatched hospitality! Welcome to Senegal! Warm regards, **Sogui & Team** 1994: My second university degree of literary studies: DUEL II 1995: Certificate of American literature and civilization at Cheikh A Diop university 2006: certificate of guide training 1997: I'm licensed by the Senegalese department of tourism as an English and Spanish speaking tour guide. 1998 - 1999: My first steps tourism were taking the African-American around Senegal and the Gambia 2000 -2017: I worked in tourism, taking the tourists in Mauritania ,Senegal, and The Gambia My license number: RCCM SN TH 2014 A 3231 No restrictions for me ,I am an excellent driver also .

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Overview of your Dakar tour

In this tour you will visit a village . Thus an entire immersion in the local culture is guaranteed . During the visit of a village , you will be initiated to some of their activities like the pounding of millet . We will explore MBour Fishing Harbour to see the fish folk arrival ,the fish auction, and the daily catch ,before ending with the colorful African market At Toubacouta , we will have a boat ride to explore the Saloum River or the Senegalese Amazonia . We navigate through the vast and sublime mangrove to see some oysters and one of the largest heron : Goliath heron . Then the visit of the Shells island will . Right after , Visit of the bird's mangrove islet, where we will anchor our boat , waiting for them to come back in big numbers and in diversity for a quiet night; a scene of unbelievable beauty . Dinner and Overnight at Keur Saloum Hotel In Fathala after a briefing given by the ranger , we start the march for 45 minutes

Your Dakar tour itinerary

Day 1: from our pick up location , we leave for Toubacouta • Visit of MBour Market and Fishing harbour • Lunch in Toubacouta •Boat in Toubacouta •Dinner and Overnight at Keur Saloum Hotel with a sublime of the Saloum river Day 2: from Toubacouta , we go to Fathala animals reserve . Upon arrival , a briefing given by the rangers , we start for 45 minutes. NB: if you have under 1, 45 meter, you are not authorised for the lions walk This tour is compliant to the Animal Welfare Policy of ToursBylocals.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

Transportation in an air conditioned vehicle or minivan.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: Lion Walk fee - Ranger fee- Boat ride
Accommodation: Breakfast,dinner
Other: MBour Market and Fishing harbour
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Beverage
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Dakar, Dakar Region, Senegal

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: or any other place of your option

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Layover
Boat
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Bird Watching
Off The Beaten Path
Day Trip
Hiking
Adventure
Tour reference number
354296
Languages
English
Spanish
French
Activity level
Minimal

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This private tour in Dakar is perfect for travellers who want to immerse themselves in local culture and nature. It's ideal for those interested in wildlife, as you'll have the unique opportunity to walk with lions at Fathala Animals Reserve. The tour also suits those who enjoy exploring vibrant markets and experiencing local activities, such as the pounding of millet in a village. With a minimal activity level, it's accessible to most travellers.

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Hours icon 1 day
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