Senegal

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The

Republic of

Senegal is located in Western Africa, which gained independence in 1960 from

France colonization. Senegal has rich natural resources that made it possible for Senegal to be considered as an appealing tourist destination in

West Africa. For the past years, tourism has been a profitable industry in

Senegal. A number of wildlife, scuba diving and fishing sites, the Senegal Culture and the Senegal residents itself are some of the reasons accountable for making

Senegal a traveler’s destination. 

Senegal - Where to Go  

  1. Parc National de Niokolo de Koba - If you want to see huge mammals, the best place to visit is Parc National de Niokolo de Koba. Here you will find mammals that are uncommon in most wildlife parks making the park as one of West Africa’s greatest mammal treasury.

 

  1. Dakar - a lively city in Senegal, home to two markets for those who love to shop and buy mementos and food. The Kermel market is where fruits, fabrics, and keepsakes are sold and the Sandaga where food and fabric are the principal commodities available. Major beaches are present in

    Dakar     like the Plage Bel-Air, N’Gorr and Yof.

 

  1. The Petite Cote - Also known as the Little Coast, this place located in South Dakar is considered as one of the finest beach areas in the whole of Senegal. Mbour and Saly Portudal are two of the major tourist resorts in the vicinity of The Petite Cote. Sally Portudal located in the north of the area houses the premier luxury hotels and golf course making it a primary choice for

    Senegal     vacationers.

 

  1. Parc National Langue de Barbarie – This place serves as the breeding spot for sea tortoises and also provides a safe haven for birds. This park lies in the thin land lying between the Atlantic and Senegal River.

 

  1. Parc National de Basse Casamance - Covering an estimate of 12,300 acres of forests and mangroves, kapok trees, oil palms and imposing parinarias are some of the plant life in the park. Basse Casamance is also prominent for the monkey species present in the area as well as its sultry vegetation and diversity of wildlife.

 

Senegal: Other Activities to Enjoy 

Motor Sports 

For those who love motor sports,

Senegal is a much loved place to enjoy motor sports activities. The famous Paris - Dakar motor race has a station tip in

Dakar. The best place that you can enjoy the excitement and kick of motor sports is probably here in

Senegal. 

Fishing 

If you love fishing, lagoons and delta areas in

Senegal offers a great place for fishing fun. Senegal presents a lot of ideal fishing sport sites in the world where an array of sea fish variety are presently waiting to be your day’s catch. 

There are many travel companies that offers a wide selection of tour packages to Senegal, it is up to you to choose which one of these packages are sure to give you an unforgettable and truly pleasurable

Senegal experience. 

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