Visit to Lac Rose and Noflaye Park

Experience the enchantment of Lac Rose, also known as Pink Lake, on a private half-day tour in Senegal. Marvel at the stunning pink color caused by Dunaliella salina algae and explore the beautiful water bodies of Senegal.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Lake Retba - Welcome to an unforgettable adventure at the Pink Lake and Noflaye Turtle Park on this half-day tour! Immerse yourself in the natural splendor of the region as we explore two unique gems of Senegal.

Our journey begins at the legendary pink lake, known locally as “Retba”. This surreal-hued lake is famous for its distinct pink color, a result of the high concentration of salt and microorganisms. Absorb the ethereal beauty of the landscape while learning about local traditions of salt harvesting, an age-old practice that gives the lake an authentic atmosphere.

Next, head to the Noflaye turtle park, a conservation haven dedicated to the preservation of these fascinating creatures. Meet different species of turtles, learn about their unique life cycles and behaviors, and learn about the conservation efforts being made to ensure their survival.

What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Explore the famous Lake Retba, often called Lac Rose or Lac Rose, a must-visit destination in Senegal. Although the characteristic pink hue of the lake is not currently present due to environmental issues affecting the Dunaliella salina algae, the enchanting tour of the surrounding sand dunes makes up for this temporary change. Despite the altered color, the appeal of this destination remains irresistible.

Beyond the shores of the lake, the adventure extends to the turtle village of Noflaye, enriching your experience with a deeper connection to the local ecology. Even though the iconic pink hue is temporarily absent, the allure of Lake Retba persists through exploration of the captivating sand dunes and the cultural tapestry woven by the turtle village of Noflaye.

Location
Lake Retba
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Todd_j
Jan 19, 2023
Very informative tour - Good time, enjoyed conversations with guide about Senegals past, present and future. Very informative. Pink Lake is a good experience. We did the 4 x 4 jeep instead of boat.
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Niknak2012
Oct 13, 2022
Great experience traveling to the lake - Had a great experience. Though the lake was not pink on my visit due to the rainy season I still enjoyed the trip.
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Vivi_m
Aug 16, 2022
Well worth it, even when not pink due to weather - Private tour, great guide, comfortable ride, poetically serene taking a ride on the lake in admiration of the effort required to get the salt out. Though the sun wasn’t out long enough to get views of the pinkness, experience was still well worth it. The guide is full of history and knowledge
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Constansem_s
Apr 16, 2022
Lovely day trip - Lovely day trip and pink Lake is highly recommended. Great guide and lovely tour which was informative and friendly
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Angiewan
Nov 22, 2021
A five star ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ experience - The short excursion was such a highlight of my short stay in Dakar. The communication prior to the start of the tour was very prompt. They agreed to my request of change the timing from noon to morning. My guide Mr. Ismail was punctual, prompt, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. He doesn't make client feel pushy or upselling, and he always asks for my opinion on everything. Our driver was driving safely throughout. The car was nice with good air-conditioning. Overall a very nice experience and i highly recommend this tour
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Cordeliag301
Nov 22, 2022
Great service/guide/tour, weather did not play ball - Just to be clear, my guide and driver were fantastic, telling me a lot about the country and people on the way. But the lake is currently far from pink which was very disappointing (hence the 3points) but obviously not anyone's fault. Probably should have dug a bit deeper on lake info and not just search for tours.. You live and you learn. On the other hand it was good, if shocking, to see what are most certainly the effects of climate change.
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Erwinjeffrey_v
Dec 3, 2022
The pink lake (which is not pink from March till December...) - On the internet you can find information about when the lake is actually "pink", most sources speak about the period from Nov. till May. So I booked, I went the end of November, but the guide did not mention on the way (an hour by car) that the lake did not have the pink colour (not even a bit). Maybe because he was afraid that I would not go? Sad attitude, I'd like honest information. The lake is small, you can see the "salt extraction site", we did a small excursion with a little boat, nice because of the fresh wind, furthermore there is nothing more interesting to see or do.
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Z6wrwcwkd5
Oct 4, 2022
Poor tour operator - The tour operator posted the wrong pick-up time.. My guide and driver arrived at 9:00AM, without notice. After writing the operator to explain, I received no reply. The tour is overpriced and there is not much to see for the 3-hour excursion. The guide was pleasant though giving a history of the areas we drive through.
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Sean_m
Feb 22, 2024
The lake is not pink - The tour was not as advertised. Badou my guide (?sp) told me on our way to the lake that the lake is not pink and hasn't been pink for 3 years. Also, we did not go to Noflaye park. Badou and Abdul (the driver) were nice, friendly people but the tour did not deliver what they advertised.
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Coastal568859
May 16, 2023
Need more money to do more - You need have more money and negotiate to do more activities. I didn’t have any money. The driver got there, then a nice gentleman explained about the lake for about 10-15 minutes and that was end of my tour. This of this as a private driver with a nice comfortable car more than a tour. They will get you there safely and ppl are kind. But you must spend more money to spend time there .
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