This protected area - partly sea and partly land - has its own charm and is still spared from the hordes of tourists. It is the first protected area managed by a local group, the Women's Group for the Protection of Nature (RFPPN), together with the National Park Authority.

With experienced and qualified guides, you will have a la carte historical, botanical and ornithological commentary.

Come and discover the lagoon at the end of the village. There is a peaceful atmosphere and the place deserves a stop for a moment to observe the birds, relax and recharge with the help of experienced guides.

Thanks to the reforestation of the mangroves, supported by the RFPPN, the color green is returning to this reserve.

Open all year round from 8am to 6pm; beautiful car rides, an opportunity to make your scrapbook with large mammals and more than 120 species of birds.

This reserve is managed by the villagers.

Tours of 2 to 4 hours to see the big cities like Mbour, Saly, Toubab Dialao and go deep-sea fishing.

Dakar, Senegal's vibrant capital, might take a few days to get used to; but once you are in the groove there's plenty to see and do in this shining example of an emerging African metropolis.

Colourful markets, excellent music, and good beaches are all part of the city's charm, as is its bustling restaurant and nightlife scene. 

Located just 25 minutes from Dakar by boat, Île de Gorée is a small island known for the major role it played in the African slave trade.

Several monuments and museums offer an insight into the island's tragic past; to which the quiet streets and pretty pastel homes of modern-day Île de Gorée provide a powerful antidote. 

In the south of Senegal lies Sine-Saloum Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site defined by its wild tangle of mangrove forests, lagoons, islands, and rivers.

Cruises offer the opportunity to experience life in the region's traditional fishing villages, and to spot a multitude of rare bird species as well as large flocks of greater flamingo. 

The former capital of French West Africa, Saint-Louis has an extensive history dating back to 1659.

Today, visitors are attracted by its elegant old-world charm, its picturesque colonial architecture, and a cultural calendar packed full of art and music festivals.

There are also several beautiful beaches and prime birding areas nearby.