Matam & Fouta Toro

Further east along the Senegal River valley, Matam opens onto Fouta Toro: riverside villages, markets, Sahelian architecture, pastoral life and Pulaar traditions away from the usual routes.

Experiences

• Walk along the Senegal River — Discover riverside life, pirogues and landscapes between Senegal and Mauritania.
• Matam and Ourossogui — Explore the markets and neighbourhoods of these two complementary valley towns.
• Villages of Fouta Toro — A guided encounter focused on homes, farming, pastoral life and Pulaar traditions.
• Sahelian architecture and village mosques — Observe earthen architecture and its adaptation to the Sahelian climate.
• River valley cuisine — Share a local meal and discover the grains, meat and recipes of the river valley.