"My first encounter with West Africa" Senegal by tini58de

Senegal Travel Guide: 618 reviews and 1,166 photos

Senegal was where we started our cross-Sahara-tour, that was going to take us through Senegal, Mali, Algeria and Tunesia.

I had been to Northern Africa before, but never experienced anything like here in Senegal. I was amazed of the colors, the markets, the poise of the women carrying loads and loads on their heads!!!

And although we only spent two days passing through Senegal, I was already overwhelmed by so many impressions!

If you like to find out about more "shades of the world", (the theme calendar of 2004), please do have a look at my travellogue.

Last visit to Senegal: Mar 1991
Intro Updated Dec 20, 2006
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Meeting people Favorites (3)

People in Senegal are very friendly. When meeting locals, it is important to know a little about the rules. In Senegal... more travel advice

Boil it, peal it or leave it......... Warnings Or Dangers (1)

As in all African countries I always go by the saying: Boil it, peal it or leave it......... - this is the best way to... more travel advice

When to visit Favorites (3)

If you decide to visit during the dry season, that is from November to February, the temperatures remains rather fresh,... more travel advice

Keep your eyes open! Things to Do (1)

just keep your eyes wide open and enjoy!! The colors, the markets, the buildings, the landscape - I felt like a dry... more travel advice

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Comments (52)

Nemorino Dec 19, 2011 at 3:25 PM Report Abuse

Hi Christine, somehow I have missed this page up to now. This looks like a fascinating place. I love the little goats that keep popping up in some of your photos.
Toshioohsako May 8, 2008 at 8:28 AM Report Abuse

Nice Dakar pics. I was in Dakar in the late 1990s for 10 days for a conference. Liked VM. Unfortunately, i did not have DG.camera but I had an old fashioned camera but cannot locate my photos for scanning. I have Ibadan (Nigeria) photos though. Good day.
toonsarah May 7, 2007 at 2:56 AM Report Abuse

Sounds like you went on an incredible trip! Your words and pictures capture the atmosphere so well - thank you for sharing
JLBG Jan 7, 2007 at 2:12 AM Report Abuse

This cross Sahara trip must have been an amazing experience!
sue_stone Dec 20, 2006 at 6:16 AM Report Abuse

Another amazing country - thanks for introducing me to Senegal.
skywalkerbeth Nov 14, 2006 at 7:06 AM Report Abuse

shades of the world - I love it!
deecat Jul 14, 2006 at 3:52 AM Report Abuse

What an informative insight about Senegal, its people, some language, & some customs. YOur transportation/sleeping arrangements are fascinating.
BluBluBlu May 28, 2006 at 7:37 AM Report Abuse

Nice colourful pages...like the people! Blu
globetrott Mar 26, 2005 at 7:12 AM Report Abuse

Dachzeltbus - it sounds a bit like "Rotel 2.Klasse" ... ;-)) Excellent pics of a very special experience ! Frohe Ostern, Christine !!
shrimp56 Mar 20, 2005 at 6:09 AM Report Abuse

Fascinating -- and that bus is amazing :)) Thanks for sharing hyour experiences:)