forest Authentique

Casamance

Green and authentic region of southern Senegal

schedule November – May
tour 10 major sites
location_on Southern Senegal

Discover Casamance

Casamance, the southernmost region of Senegal, is a jewel of greenery bathed by the river of the same name. Separated from the rest of the country by Gambia, this lush land seduces with its tropical forests, emerald rice paddies, mysterious mangroves and paradise beaches. Here, the Diola people live in harmony with nature, preserving their ancestral traditions, sacred forests and unique multi-storey houses.

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Cap Skirring
Fine sandy beaches, palm trees, crystal-clear waters
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Mangrove Navigation
Explore the bolongs by pirogue
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Multi-storey Houses
Unique Diola architecture in Mlomp and Oussouye
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Kumpo Dance
Sacred mask and traditional dances

Photo Gallery

Casamance paysage
Mangroves
Villages traditionnels
Plages Cap Skirring
Culture Diola

Must-See Sites

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Ziguinchor

Regional capital and gateway to Casamance. Colourful and lively city on the banks of the river.

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Cap Skirring

Beach resort renowned for its spectacular fine sandy beaches lined with palm trees.

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Karabane Island

Former colonial capital of Casamance, accessible only by pirogue from Elinkine.

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Multi-storey Houses of Mlomp

Unique Diola architecture: two-storey houses built in rammed earth.

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Oussouye and the Diola King

Sacred village, seat of the Diola kingdom. The King, a respected spiritual and temporal figure.

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Mangroves and Bolongs

Aquatic labyrinth of channels crossing mangrove forests.

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Eguèye Island

Isolated eco-lodge in the heart of the mangroves, accessible only by pirogue.

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Coubalan Village

Community village camp, a model of community-based tourism.

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Diémbéring Village

Charming fishing village near Cap Skirring.

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Diannah-Kafountine Beaches

Wild and preserved coastline in the north-west of Casamance.