3-Day Bivouac
Program
Day 1
- Departure of the excursion at 10 a.m. from the jetty in Ndangane, the gateway to the Sine Saloum
- Traditional songs and djembé lessons on the pirogue with our artists
- Refreshing break on the island of Wandié
- Traditional Senegalese meal, local juices and tea
- Head to Fambine Island to meet the artisans at the pirogue workshop
- Hike to the island of Djirnda, crossing its famous wooden bridge
- Continue to Devil’s Island to set up our camp
- Swimming, apéritif and dinner
- Traditional songs and dancing around the campfire — until sleep calls
Day 2
- Morning swim and breakfast with your feet in the water
- Swim-hike through the mangrove labyrinths
- Head to “No Stress Island” to set up camp and share a meal
- Then hike to the island of Dione War, through its baobab forest and traditional village
- Return to camp at sunset
- Traditional songs and dancing around the campfire — until sleep calls
Day 3
- Breakfast, once again with your feet in the water
- Head to Djifer to witness the fishermen returning and the parade of pirogues
- Off to the “natural pool” to enjoy and savour a final delicious meal
- Swim-hike to explore the forest of Palmarin
- Drift back to Ndangane one last time, accompanied by our djembés
The excursion programme is for guidance only — it may be adjusted according to the weather, the season, and your preferences.
Rates (Per person, per day)
- 8 to 12 participants: 30,000 FCFA ≈45 €
- 5 to 7 participants: 35,000 FCFA ≈53 €
- 3 to 4 participants: 45,000 FCFA ≈68 €
- 2 participants (excl. artists): 50,000 FCFA ≈76 €
Everything is included in our rates from N'Dangane.
This price covers the maintenance of the pirogue, fuel, meals, all drinks, the guide(s) from Mar Lodj, and of course a fair income shared among our large crew — artists, guides, and captain.
Note: Artists, djembé drumming and singing are included for groups of three or more. If you would like to include this experience for two people, an additional fee of 5,000 FCFA per person will apply.
Our bivouac equipment:
- Quality tents
- Comfortable mattresses
- Sheltered lounge area with table
- Camping shower
- Senegalese-style barbecue
- Option to sleep in permanent camps instead of tents (additional cost: 7,500 FCFA per person)