Pristine Wildlife and Nature
With four main ecosystems (forest, savannah grassland, freshwater, marine and coastline), Senegal is home to a wide diversity of plants and animals. The national park houses 80 mammal species including lions, hippopotamus, buffalo, gazelles, and many types of monkeys. Birdwatchers will enjoy sightings of flamingos, egrets, pelicans and ostriches, as well as the more than 100 species of birds on the mainland or on one of the islands just off the coast with some of West Africa's rarest bird species.Senegal's marine wildlife includes over 25 species of cetaceans, the African manatee, and four species of sea turtles, all of which are protected species under both international and Senegalese national laws.
Senegal is home to stunning natural landscapes and wildlife for travellers to explore.