The Djoudj sanctuary in the Senegal River delta is one of West Africa's greatest wetlands, where greater flamingos wade among pelicans and vast flocks of migratory birds. Small boats thread the channels to bring you close to the pink flocks, a short trip from Saint-Louis. The northern winter from November to March, when Palearctic migrants pour in, is the peak season for numbers and variety.
The Djoudj sanctuary in the Senegal River delta is one of West Africa's greatest wetlands, where greater flamingos wade among pelicans and vast flocks of migratory birds. Small boats thread the channels to bring you close to the pink flocks, a short trip from Saint-Louis. The northern winter from November to March, when Palearctic migrants pour in, is the peak season for numbers and variety.
Up to 84% sighting chance in Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary, Senegal. Best months: January, February, December.
The greater flamingo, seen among huge concentrations of pelicans, herons and migratory waterfowl in the delta.
By small boat through the channels, usually on a guided trip from Saint-Louis about an hour and a half away.
The dry northern winter from November to March, when migratory birds arrive in the greatest numbers.
