Djoudj National Bird Park

Are you a birder who wants to learn about Senegal's unique bird species? If so, make a point of visiting the Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary during your trip to Senegal. In addition, this beautiful national bird sanctuary is home to over 30 different bird species, including pelicans and spectacular pink flamingos. This magnificent park has earned the distinction of being one of the few sites in the Sahara's south that has a permanent source of water.

The Djoudj National Bird Park is located 60 kilometers north of Saint-Louis. This park is the world's third bird sanctuary and a haven for all birds. It was established in 1971 and encompasses 16,000 hectares in Senegal's delta. Pink flamingos, cranes, white pelicans, ducks, gray herons, cormorants, and other migratory birds number in the millions. Monkeys, jackals, Nile crocodiles, gazelles, warthogs, and other animals can also be seen. The park is open from November to April, and the most common mode of transportation is canoeing. Since 1981, Unesco has designated Djoudj Park as a World Heritage Site for Humanity. Following the completion of the Darma dam, the park's water level has dropped.

What are the different activities to do?

• Discover the different species of birds.
• Visit the national bird park of Djoudj.
• This park is open from November to April.
• The entrance of the park costs 2 000 CFA francs (3 €)