Day 1: Arrival in Mauritania
We will land in Nouakchott, the capital of the country. Once we arrive at the airport, we will be met and transferred to the hotel.
Day 2: Nouakchott
We will begin the journey with a walk around Nouakchott, a city full of culture and history.
We will visit some of its markets, its mosques, and other corners that reflect the atmosphere of the Sahelian capital.
Days 3, 4 and 5: Chinguetti
We begin a long route into the interior of the country to reach Chinguetti — a desert city built of adobe that retains all the charm of past times. Founded in the 12th century, it was one of the key points on the trans-Saharan trade routes. Today, it surprises visitors with its ancient libraries and traditional architecture, recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
We will spend two nights here to explore it calmly before returning to Nouakchott on the third day.
Days 6 and 7: Journey to Senegal and visit to Saint-Louis
After breakfast, we will begin a five-hour journey crossing the border into Saint-Louis, where we will arrive in the afternoon. This city, founded by French settlers in the 17th century and developed in the 19th, was the capital of Senegal from 1872 to 1957. It also played a key role in the culture and economy of West Africa.
It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000, and walking its streets, crossing the Senegal River and enjoying dinner in one of its local restaurants is a remarkable experience.
Day 8: Dakar
The day will begin with a four-hour journey to Dakar, with a stop in Thiès to visit its interesting basket market.
Once in the capital, we will visit the city centre, its markets, the African Renaissance Monument, and the IFAN Museum of African Arts, where we will gain insights into Senegalese art and culture.
In the afternoon, we will witness the return of the fishermen at sunset — a beautiful spectacle with colourfully painted boats.
Day 9: Gorée Island
After breakfast, we will take a short ferry ride to Gorée Island. This island, once one of the main departure points for slaves to the Americas, holds deep historical significance.
We will visit the building where they were confined before being shipped across the Atlantic. We will also stroll through its beautiful colonial streets, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Although it is common to return to Dakar afterwards, we will spend the night on Gorée to enjoy it peacefully and away from tourists. We will take the opportunity to walk along the artists’ avenue and experience the island’s unique atmosphere.
Day 10: Dakar–Tambacounda
We will begin a long journey southeast, passing through Touba — a city of great importance in Senegalese Islam, as it is the holy capital of the Mouride brotherhood, a Sunni Sufi order founded in 1883. Here stands the largest mosque in West Africa, which we will visit.
In the afternoon, we will arrive in Tambacounda, where we will spend the night and rest.
Days 11 and 12: Bassari Country and Bedik Country
To make the most of the day, after breakfast we will leave early for Kédougou, in central Senegal, where we will spend two days exploring this fascinating region.
We will meet some of the most remarkable ethnic groups in West Africa, such as the Bassari and Bedik, discovering their traditions, clothing, earrings, adornments and unique architecture.
We will stay both nights in Kédougou.
Days 13 and 14: Casamance
We will leave Kédougou in the morning and travel to the Casamance region, in the south of the country, where we will spend two nights in Ziguinchor. In this area, animist dances are still an important part of the culture, and we will have the opportunity to witness them.
We will enjoy a boat ride along the Casamance River to observe dolphins, and visit several villages to get to know their culture and customs up close.
Days 15 and 16: The Gambia
During the last two days, we will visit The Gambia — a small yet fascinating country, especially for its coastline, where we will enjoy the scenery, beaches, and fishing villages.
On Day 16, we will take the return flight from either Banjul or Dakar (Senegal), marking the end of our services.
