Natural attractions in Senegal

Senegal's Natural Wonders

Senegal’s natural landscape features diverse ecosystems, from the 115-meter Cascade de Dindefelo in the Kedougou region to the vital freshwater reservoir of Lake Guiers. The collection includes the Hann Forest and Zoological Park in Dakar and the community-managed Tocc Tocc Nature Reserve, which protects endangered species like the West African manatee. These sites highlight the country's varied topography, encompassing seasonal wetlands in the Senegal River delta, baobab groves, and the lush valleys of the Casamance region.

Senegal's Natural Wonders — Map

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Hann Forest and Zoological Park

The Hann Forest and Zoological Park is a nature reserve located in Dakar, the capital of the African country of Senegal, in the Hann Bel…

B

Lake Guiers

The Lac de Guiers or Lake Guiers is a lake in northern Senegal, south of the city of Richard-Toll and in the Louga and Saint-Louis regions.

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Cascade de Dindefelo

A waterfall in the Kedougou region standing approximately 115 meters tall near the Guinean border.

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Cascade de Affia

Waterfall located in the rugged terrain of southeastern Senegal.

E

saint Louis 1

Waterfall

F

Centre Manpuya

Ecological center in Somone dedicated to environmental education and reforestation efforts.

G

Jardin

Garden

H

Ferme Natangue Abou SY

Integrated farm and training center focused on sustainable agricultural techniques.

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Shared school and women's garden

Community garden project located in the Matam region.

J

Leba

Lake

K

Lounguéré Baba

Freshwater body located in the Podor Department of northern Senegal.

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Lac de Guiers

Major freshwater reservoir that serves as a primary water source for the city of Dakar via underground pipelines.

M

Lac du Lamartin

Seasonal lake located within the Saint-Louis region.

N

Grand Lac

Seasonal lake situated near the Senegal River delta.

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NATURAL PARK OF TOCC TOCC

Community-managed reserve protecting the Adanson's mud turtle and the West African manatee.

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RESERVE TOCC TOCC

Wetland conservation area focused on protecting aquatic biodiversity near the village of Ronkh.

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Baobab

Large specimen of Adansonia digitata, the national tree and symbol of Senegal.

R

Parc à bestiaux

Park

S

vallee de diengue

Wetland valley in the Casamance region characterized by rice paddies and tropical vegetation.

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