Trip to Senegal

by Bikefriendly
Region
sine-saloum delta
Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
Easy
D-Score™
D1 - Beginner Friendly

Overview

This solidarity trip to Senegal invites you to travel during five stages by bicycle some of the most authentic landscapes in the Sine-Saloum Delta. This trip will allow you Learn about the Bicycles Without Borders project in Senegal up close, chat with the teachers who make it possible, and discover inspiring stories from students who have received a bicycle thanks to this initiative. You'll also have the opportunity to share moments with people like Marcel, who found a new opportunity for the future working as a mechanic in local high schools.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Briefing and visit to Djiffer

22 km 0 m

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Briefing and visit to Djiffer

Day 2: Visit to two institutes of the solidarity project and afternoon in Simal

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Visit to two institutes of the solidarity project and afternoon in Simal

Day 3: The authentic African steppe

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The authentic African steppe

Day 4: Visit to the Palmarin Institute and cultural gymkhana in Ngallou

Visit to the Palmarin Institute and cultural gymkhana in Ngallou

Day 5: Between mangroves and the island of Mar Lodj

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Between mangroves and the island of Mar Lodj

Day 6: Niassam Reserve and Palmarin Salt Flats

21 km 0 m

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Niassam Reserve and Palmarin Salt Flats

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Camping

What's Included

Airport transfers
Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support
Support vehicle following all rides

About the sine-saloum delta

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