We begin in the capital of Mali, Bamako, where you might immediately notice how few foreigners there are. Yes indeed, this is a country the mainstream tourism market has steered clear of, which only makes us more excited to explore! We’ll soon be heading to Segoukoro, former capital of the Bambara Kingdom, where we’ll meet the local village chief to learn about local life and history. When we’ve had our fill, we’ll sail down the Niger river on a pinasse, passing local villages along the riverbanks until we arrive at Segou, a sleepy town with some truly delicious and authentic local food.
With much more to see, after a brief stop in the town of San, we’ll move on to Djenne, the so-called ‘capital of mud’ where just about every structure is made out of mud! If you don’t think that sounds impressive, just wait until you see the Great Mosque, the world’s largest mud structure and a UNESCO world heritage site. After some lovely home-cooked meals, we’ll be heading back to Bamako and crossing a river to our own private island for the day! We’ll be camping overnight in the great outdoors of Africa.
After this, we’ve got a real treat for you. We’ll be heading out into Mandinka country to visit the Arch of Kamadjan, an incredibly historically, culturally and spiritually important place for many in west Africa, taking in the gorgeous views and watching local cultural practices, like a sacred mask ceremony in which village elders scare away bad spirits to welcome in the good.
Make the most of your adventure in northwest Africa and continue onto Burkina Faso! Or you can join us earlier on your journey through Algeria and Mauritania.
Friday 26th January – Bamako
Saturday 27th January – Bamako – Segou
Sunday 28th January – Segou – San
Monday 29th January – San – Djenne – Segou
Tuesday 30th January – Segou – Bamako
Wednesday 31st January – Bamako – Manding Country – Bamako
Thursday 1st February – Bamako – Manding Country – Bamako
Want to extend your YPT adventure? Join one of our great tour extensions
• Accommodation in twin share basis rooms
• Letter of Invitation and full visa support
• Air conditioned 4WD transport
• Breakfast and lunch
• Entrance fees and tributes/gifts to communities
• English speaking local guide and YPT tour guide
• Airport transfers
• All flights
• Dinners in cities
• Visa fees
• Single supplement (€250)
• Extra drinks and personal spending
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