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Saint-Louis excursion: the island, Djoudj and the Langue de Barbarie
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Semi-structured activities — 48 h cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 h before the activity. After that, the amount paid for your booking is non-refundable. The balance is paid on site to the provider. Deadlines are calculated in Senegal local time.

Applies to: guided tours, day excursions, transport.

Private / tailor-made activities — 72 h minimum cancellation

If you book the activity privately, free cancellation is possible up to at least 72 h before. A longer deadline set by the provider is shown to you before payment. After that, the amount paid for your booking is non-refundable. Deadlines in Senegal local time.

Applies to: private boat, private excursion, event, group.

For any further details on our cancellation terms, please refer to our dedicated page: Cancellation policy

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Saint-Louis
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Half-day, Day
Half-day – Full day
All levels
Group, private

Description of this activity

The Saint-Louis excursion is built to suit you: the historic island listed by UNESCO, the fishing quarter of the Langue de Barbarie, the Djoudj bird park or the Langue de Barbarie park. By horse cart, on foot or by pirogue, with options from 1 hour to a full day, and a guide.

A menu of outings

The options range from a town visit to a big national park. In town: a 2-hour horse-cart tour, a 3 to 3.5-hour walking tour, and a 1 to 1.5-hour boat or pirogue trip. Outside town: the Langue de Barbarie park in 2.5 to 3 hours, and Djoudj as a half day or a full day. There is also a full day in Saint-Louis for a group, with pick-up and drop-off at your hotel.

Each option states what is included: the guide, the horse cart, mineral water and the life jacket for the boat; transport, entrance tickets and pirogue tickets for the parks. Lunch is included on the full-day Djoudj option. The official park fees (entrance, park guide, shared pirogue, vehicle access) are payable on site, on top of the price, unless the option you choose says otherwise.

The island, the river, the Langue de Barbarie

The town day usually starts at the Faidherbe Bridge, the metal bridge leading to the island: buildings with wooden balconies, narrow lanes, colonial houses with colourful facades and squares that tell the story of the town since the 19th century. Next comes the fishing quarter on the Langue de Barbarie, with its lines of pirogues and nets drying in the sun. The contrast with the calm of the island is part of the appeal. The streets on the island are sometimes narrow, the wind can blow in the morning and the sun is strong at midday: bring a hat, sunglasses, sun cream and light clothing.

Saint-Louis, gateway to the north

Saint-Louis is a former colonial capital, at the mouth of the Senegal River, facing the Atlantic, very close to the Mauritanian border. The Langue de Barbarie is home to the fishing quarter, and the Saint-Louis Region stretches along the river. If you live in Senegal, it is a weekend escape you can make short or long as the mood takes you; if you are visiting, it is a base for several outings: the town, the birds, the pirogue.

Take it further

Djoudj and the Langue de Barbarie park are the two big nature outings, and the Guembeul reserve is a shorter visit. The Lompoul desert is a stop on the road back to Dakar, and bird watching brings together similar outings.

What outings are on offer?

A town tour by horse cart, on foot or by pirogue, a full day in Saint-Louis, the Langue de Barbarie park, and Djoudj as a half day or a full day.

How long should I choose?

From 1 to 1.5 hours for the boat, 2 hours for the horse cart, 3 to 3.5 hours on foot, 2.5 to 3 hours for the Langue de Barbarie, and a half day or a full day for Djoudj.

Can you go up onto the Faidherbe Bridge?

Yes, you can cross it on foot or by vehicle, with a fine view of the river.

Do you go inside the historic buildings?

It depends on opening times that day: some houses or spaces are occasionally closed.

Is the outing suitable for children?

Yes, the history, the harbour atmosphere and the pirogues appeal to families.

Details of activities included

The price includes :

  • Transport
  • Guide
  • Meals

Good to know

  • Djoudj National Park — fees (payable on site) : Park entrance 5,000 F per person (3,000 F for nationals; free under 10); mandatory guide 6,000 F; shared pirogue 5,000 F per person; vehicle or boat 10,000 F per day where applicable.
  • Guembeul Reserve — fees (payable on site) : Entry 5,000 F per person (free under 10); guide 5,000 F; vehicle access 10,000 F.
  • Saint-Louis Island can be windy in the morning: wear a light layer.
  • The fishermen's quarter is very lively: it is normal to see a lot of movement, noise and colour.
  • The sun can be intense in the middle of the day: hat, sunglasses and sun cream are advised.
  • The Senegal River influences the local climate: some areas can be slightly humid.
  • The island's streets are sometimes narrow: it is advisable to walk in single file in tight passages.
  • Distances between sites are short, but the visit includes several extended stops.
  • The meal is prepared with local produce, often from fishing or the surrounding markets.

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