Touching down in the dynamic city of Dakar, the westernmost point on the African continent and the capital of Senegal, we find a modern metropolis with a strong French colonial flavor and a perennial favorite destination among travelers. The initial portion of our 15-day through three amazing countries is spent exploring historic attractions in and around vibrant Dakar, like Independence Square and the Presidential Palace, after which we set off to enjoy picture-perfect natural sceneries at the rugged Atlantic coastline and the UNESCO Heritage Site of Goree.
Through marsh and wetlands, we make route for Djouj National Park, considered one of the most important bird sanctuaries on the planet, we cruise along splendid waterways to observe immensely rich birdlife and then travel to one of the cradles of African civilization at Mali, the birthplace of the powerful empires of Ghana, Mali and Songhai. Following comprehensive exploration of ancient historic attractions and beautiful religious sites, like the world-famous, mud-walled Djenne Mosque, we journey through glorious Bambara countryside and small market towns as we head toward the magical Tomboctou.
We visit traditional villages with friendly locals who adhere to the animist beliefs of their forefathers and celebrate their heritage with ceremonies featuring ritual masks, vigorous drumming and costumed dancers. Over the border in Burkina Faso, we spend the remained of our tour trying to catch glimpses of hippos and wild elephants, investigate stone remains left by an ancient African megalithic culture and historic sites by the dozen, and enjoy picturesque landscapes of savanna and forest in a place that is home to some of the most colorful tribes on the continent.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- Breakfast and dinner (local restaurants and hotels) daily
- All transport, accommodation, sightseeing and entrance fees for sites noted as 'visited' in the detailed itinerary
- Gratuities for local guides, drivers, restaurant staff, porters
- Airport transfers for land / air customers arriving / departing on tour dates.
Price Excludes:
- Tour Leader gratuities, lunches, drinks, personal items (phone, laundry, etc), international (if applicable) and domestic air taxes, visa fees, and excursions referenced as 'optional'
- Airport transfers for early / late arrivals / departures or Land Only customers
- Optional trip cancellation insurance
- Our post-reservation trip notes offer further guidance on optional meal costs, shopping, and visas.
Also see tour packages in:
Africa
Senegal
Mali
Burkina Faso
Wildlife Viewing
Ecotourism
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