Senegal

Bonbonne ou eau filtrée potable

Potager et/ou ferme pour le restaurant

Aucun plastique à usage unique

Tri sélectif à l'hôtel

Emploi de la communauté locale

Lavage des draps et serviettes raisonnés

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Electricité et/ou eau chaude issues d’énergies renouvelables

Did you know that you are staying at the place where the Paris-Dakar Rally was held until 2007 ? You may see some traces of this mythical event that contributed to the prosperity of the region.

Lac Rose is a surprising place in Senegal. Its real name is Lake Retba, but its nickname fits it like a glove because of its unusual pink color. This is caused by a microorganism that creates a colored pigment to survive in the very salty environment of the water.

You will be ideally located to discover the Pink Lake and its 
surroundings. Start with a horseback ride with “Les chevaux du lac”, a 
stable installed for more than 20 years by the owners of the place. The 
local horses (Barbe arable) are pampered and respected. Moussa will 
offer you rides from 1h30 to several days.

Continue with&nbsp;a trip in a salt canoe on the lake, to admire its shores from the water. Then visit its&nbsp;salt farm, the largest in West Africa, to learn more about the work of the salt workers who collect large quantities of this precious mineral every day.

Don’t miss the chance to swim in the lake. The high concentration of salt will give you the unique impression of really&nbsp;floating on the water&nbsp;! Don’t forget to rinse off after your swim, this is the essential step to avoid any salt irritation.

Finally, go for&nbsp;a walk in the dunes&nbsp;and contemplate the ocean only 900 meters from the hotel. If you’re careful, you can take a dip in the ocean. The water might even feel almost soft after your dip in the lake !

So when are you going to explore this amazing region of Senegal during a stay at this&nbsp;hotel on the shores of Lake Rose&nbsp;?&nbsp;

Experience atypical nights in the middle of nature by
 sleeping in a hut at the Gîte du Lac. From its terrace, let your 
thoughts escape in front of the coconut trees, bougainvilleas and 
bamboos that surround your Senegalese cocoon. Admire the lake changing 
aspect according to the time of the day and the weather. Reconnect with 
the simple pleasure of contemplation.

You can choose between two types of boxes :

All rooms have a shower room and private bathroom. Don’t worry about anything by choosing the half-board or full-board formula offered by the restaurant of this hotel on the shores of Lake Rose.

The vocation of the owners of the Gîte du Lac is to limit their impact on their environment to the maximum. Thus, the huts are&nbsp;energy sober and powered by solar panels&nbsp;for hot water and electricity.

In addition,&nbsp;trees have been planted&nbsp;around the lodge to improve the living environment of the birds in the area. Take the opportunity to close your eyes and listen to their songs. When you look back at your surroundings, you will be even more enchanted by the pink color of the lake, the azure blue of the sky, the green of the bamboo and the bright colors of the bougainvillea.

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Le Gîte du Lac, a hotel on the shores of Lac Rose

From your traditional hut sheltered by coconut trees, admire the beautiful panoramic views of the lake that is called the Pink Lake, because of its amazing pink-orange hue. Explore this amazing region of Senegal, not far from Dakar, and meet its inhabitants. They are gardeners, artisans, fishermen, or salt workers, but they all work to preserve this rich region. So, find out what’s in store for you during your stay at this hotel on the shores of Lac Rose !

Perched on a dune between Lake Retba and the Atlantic Ocean, welcome to Gîte du Lac.

What to do around this hotel at the Lac Rose ?

Why come to the Gîte du Lac ?

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The Sine-Saloum delta is an exceptional natural area at
 the confluence of the Sine and Saloum rivers. In this environment 
between fresh and salt water, the mangrove flourishes and offers an 
ideal living environment for many plant and animal species.

Marvel at the unusual vegetation between mangroves and baobabs. Also observe the flight of birds: herons, egrets, but also pelicans populate this rich natural world.

From the ecolodge in the Sine Saloum, go deep into the mangrove on a kayak or
 dugout canoe trip. You can also go by mountain bike to discover the 
surrounding villages and the great expanses of the tannes where you can 
see the tracks of hyenas, mongooses, monkeys and other inhabitants of 
this incredible ecosystem. These are excellent ways to discover the 
riches that surround you, without disturbing the wildlife that lives 
there.

Visit also the Serer and Mandingo villages and meet 
the villagers on the markets. You will discover the Senegalese culture 
in an authentic way, with the warm contact of the locals.

If you move away from the Barracudas, you will be able to explore the Sine-Saloum natural park in more depth. Do not miss :

Are you seduced by this ecolodge in the Sine Saloum ? If the Senegalese adventure tempts you, book your stay today with the hosts.

The Barracudas are defined as a camp in the middle of nature.
 For good reason, you are on an island of shells, near a bolong, in 
other words an arm of the sea connected to the Saloum River. The area is
 inhabited by a luxuriant vegetation of mangrove which shelters a rich 
fauna and flora.

In spite of this wild setting, you will not have to give up your comfort. You will sleep in an African hut for 3 or 4 people with private bathroom and toilets. All you have to do is choose between :

With electricity produced by solar energy, Les Barracudas limits its 
impact on the environment to a minimum. Take advantage of the salt water swimming pool
 which is also powered by the sun for a pleasant moment of relaxation. 
In this little cocoon in the heart of the mangrove of Sine Saloum, you 
will have no difficulty in relaxing and enjoying your vacation in 
Senegal.

Your hosts will welcome you warmly and will be happy to let you taste the Senegalese gastronomy in the Barracudas restaurant. Taste tasty fish caught locally or the oysters of mangroves, a specialty of Sokone.

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The Barracudas, an ecolodge in the Sine Saloum

On an island of shells, next to Sokone, on the edge of an arm of the Sine Saloum, welcome to Barracudas. Sleep in a traditional African hut with the exceptional nature of this region of Senegal as a framework. Around you, the confluence of the Sine and Saloum rivers stretches out, in which mangroves thrive. From your ecolodge in the Sine Saloum, you will have a privileged observation and exploration post. Discover this area of southern Senegal from the water on a dugout canoe or kayak and experience a complete change of scenery.

On an island of shells, next to Sokone, on the edge of an arm of the Sine Saloum, welcome to Barracudas

What to do around this ecolodge in the Sine Saloum ?

Why come to Barracudas ?

Sokone

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