Full-Day Tour to Lac Rose - 'Pink Lake' from Dakar

Sightseeing  :  Senegal  :  Dakar  :  Dakar  :  Day Trips

So named for its pink waters, the color is particularly visible during the dry season, November through May. The lake also has a salt collecting industry in which many salt collectors work and are available for observation during a boat ride on the lake. Lunch is provided and optional activities include a camel ride or an ATV ride over the dunes. Morning pick-up from your lodging and after return to your lodging. Your excursion begins with your morning pickup from your Dakar accommodation at the time of your choosing A short drive through the streets of Dakar will bring you to Lac Rose, so named for its pink waters. Upon arrival at the lake, you will board a canoe for a trip across the lake. You will observe the salt collectors at work, taking in unique views of the work they do 6-7 hours per day. You my even want to take a float in the lake without fear of sinking. Due to the lake's high salt content, like the Dead Sea, people easily float. Back on shore, you will enjoy lunch. Optional activities afterward include a camel ride or an ATV ride over the nearby sand dunes. Your trip will conclude with you afternoon return to your accommodation in Dakar.