7-Hour Djoudj National Park Birdwatching Tour from Saint-Louis

7 Hours Round trip from poste hotel Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Early morning departure from Saint-Louis for cooler, wildlife-friendly conditions
02 Scenic drive past rice fields and Fulani villages
03 Opportunities to spot diverse birdlife and mammals along the way
04 Approximately 2-hour shared pirogue ride through Djoudj's waterways
05 Stops for wildlife viewing and photos inside the park

Set out from Saint-Louis in the early morning for a half-day nature escape to Djoudj National Park, one of Senegal's most remarkable wetlands. The scenic drive takes you through rice fields and Fulani villages, with chances to spot birds and other wildlife along the way. Inside the park, continue by vehicle to the river, then enjoy a shared pirogue ride of around two hours through the waterways, with a few stops for viewing and photos.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Saint Louis

Languages English, French, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Half-Day Tour to Djoudj National Park

Depart from Saint-Louis early in the morning at 7:30 AM for a 1 hour 30 minute drive to the park. Before arriving, you will pass through rice fields, Fulani villages, and areas where you may spot various birds and mammals.

Once at the park, continue by vehicle for 7 km to reach the river, where you will board a shared pirogue for a 2-hour visit.

There will be some stops along the way.

The route