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Fathala Wildlife Reserve Private Safari, Senegal

Cross into Senegal for a private open-vehicle safari through Fathala Reserve — white rhinos, giraffes, buffaloes, and rare western Derby elands roaming free on 6,000 hectares of West African bush. Utterly bucket-list.

What to expect

A private 4×4 transfers you south across The Gambia–Senegal border (ensure your passport is onboard) into Fathala's vast reserve. Your resident naturalist guide tracks rhino, giraffe, buffalo, and antelope at a leisurely, expert pace. A bush lunch beneath acacia shade is a signature moment. The late-afternoon golden light on the savanna is extraordinary for photography.

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Fathala Wildlife Reserve (official)
From USD 120 per person (private vehicle supplements available on request)
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Good to know

A valid passport is required for the Senegal border crossing — confirm this with your guide at booking. Allow a full day: depart by 7:30 am for maximum wildlife activity at dawn. Book the private vehicle option for the most exclusive experience; confirm with the reserve directly for current private rates.

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