Saloum Delta Private Tour
Saloum Delta Private Tour
We will collect you from your hotel in Saly before heading to the south of Senegal towards the Saloum Delta National Park. After traveling for around an hour and a half, we will reach the traditional fishing village of Ndangane. Here, we park the vehicle and climb into a motorized canoe which will take us deep into the protected wilderness area which is UNESCO recognized World Heritage Site.
We will sail along the calm waters of the Sine and Saloum rivers which feed the Delta. During our journey you will see pretty salt marshes, canals, and mangrove swamps. If we are lucky we may also spot amazing birds such as pelicans, herons, cormorants, and kingfishers.
Later we will stop at one of the restaurants in the parkland area, where you will have your own time to have a delicious traditional meal (not included). After you have rested and recuperated, we will visit a tribal village inhabited by the Niominka people, an ethnic group which lives along the banks of the delta and whose livelihood depends on fishing.
Once we have learned all about the ancient traditions and customs of these people, we will start our return journey to Saly.
Important information
The capacity of the motorized canoe is a maximum of 4 people, taking into account the boat's crew.
Departure from other points in Senegal
There is also the opportunity to reserve this trip to the Saloum Delta departing from Dakar.
More Information
Duration
9 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and return transfer
English–speaking guide
Not included
Food
Motorized canoe trip: € 55 (US$ 57.30) per canoe
Visit to a Niominka village: € 5 (US$ 5.20) per person
Entry to the Saloum Delta Reserve: € 3 (US$ 3.10) per person
When to book?
You can book up until 3 days before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Physical: Not wheelchair accessible. Show more
Auditory: Has measures for hearing accessibility. Security system and visual alarm.
Intellectual: Varies according to the attraction included. Information in easy-to-read format. Accessible toilets. Security system and visual and audible alarm.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- The indigenous community participates in the management of the activity.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups.
- The activity helps to promote peace.
- The activity promotes local production.
- The show represents local culture.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Optimum Voyages Senegal
Corporate name: Optimum Voyage Sénégal-S.A.R.L.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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