Safari and Discovery: Bandia Reserve and Somone Lagoon
ID: GYG868897-1383581
Category:
Country: Senegal
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Explore the Bandia reserve to observe African wildlife, then discover the beauty of the Somone lagoon and enjoy a unique stroll through the mangroves, surrounded by birds.
Start your day of adventure at 8:00 am with a departure from Dakar, heading for the Bandia wildlife reserve. At 9:00 am, you'll arrive after a 70 km drive (1h drive). You'll set off on a 1h30 safari through the reserve, discovering the local wildlife, with emblematic animals such as giraffe, zebra and buffalo. At 11:00 am, departure for the Somone Lagoon bird sanctuary, 20 km away (40-minute drive). Arrive at 12:00 pm for a delicious lunch at Le Rasta restaurant. At 2:00 pm, embark on a one-hour boat trip to observe the hundreds of species of migratory birds that frequent the lagoon, while admiring the beauty of the mangroves. At 3:00 pm, we leave the lagoon to return to Dakar, arriving around 4:30 pm. A full day of observation and relaxation in the heart of Senegalese nature!
Highlights
- Private 4x4 safari in Bandia to observe wildlife in complete tranquillity.
- Explore the Somone lagoon with an expert guide
- Enjoy an authentic lunch at Le Rasta restaurant
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Transportation in air-conditioned car with driver
- 4x4 safari in the Bandia wildlife reserve
- Entrance to Bandia reserve
- Animal guide for safari
- Lunch at Le Rasta restaurant (drinks not included)
- Boat trip in the Somone lagoon
- Entry to the Somone Lagoon bird sanctuary
- Pick-up and return to Dakar
NOT INCLUDED
- Drinks during lunch at Le Rasta restaurant
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, photos, etc.)
- Fees for additional services or activities
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
