Day 1: 

Bamako (Saturday) 12 December 2026.

Upon arrival at the airport in Bamako , your guide is there to welcome you and bring you to your first night's stay at the Hotel Amities 5 stars.

Day 2: 

Bamako to Segou (Sunday) 13 December.

Morning departure from Bamako to Segou by car

Around 3h30 drive, We will pass beautiful mud villages and meet with villagers who will explain the tradition of millet and the traditional costumes made from bazin. 

Lunch in the city of Segou. 

Dinner and overnight at the hotel Esplanade by the Niger River. 

You will enjoy breakfast in the lovely shaded terraces facing the Niger River.

Day 3:

Monday 14 December Segou  

Morning tour of the city:, 

You will have the chance to visit very old beautiful mud mosque (Men and the very special Women mosque)   

will walk through the narrow alleys to explore the majestic in the old City of Segou.

Monday is the day of the colorful weekly market, where you can find lovely traditional fabrics. 

You will have the opportunity to discover the pottery made by a cooperative of women in the market, 

Dinner at restaurant overnight in hotel Esplanade.

Day 4: 

Tuesday 15 December Segou Mopti

Morning early departure to Mopti. 

You will marvel at the giant, luxurious baobab trees lining the roads, as well as Bambara and Bobo villages. 

We will stop briefly to admire the Mosque in San (the twin Mosque of Djenne) . 

Arrive in Mopti beginning of mid-afternoon; 

Guided tour of the city with a local guide: the crossroads of trade on the Niger River. Observe dugout canoes and pinasses being built. You will be surprised by the elegance and unique colors of each pinasse; this is how the city of Mopti gained the prestigious name "the Venice of Mali." 

Small Boat Tour on the Niger and Bani River.

Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Sevare.

Day 5:

Wednesday 16 December 

Early Morning departure to Bamako. 

Again you will marvel at the giant, luxurious baobab trees lining the roads, as well as Bambara and Bobo villages. 

Lunch in Segou,, then we continue our route to Bamako 

Arrive in the late-afternoon; 

Dinner on the restaurant, overnight at the hotel Amities 5 stars.

Day 6: 

Bamako to Tombouctou by plane (Thursday 17 December).

About 1 hour flight to reach the mysterious city,  Guided city tour: the mosques, museum, daily market, 

Lunch in the hotel, late Afternoon openin ceromony of the festival live together 

In the night the first concert unders the stars in this famous old city. 

Overnight at hotel Hendrina Khan.

Day 7: 

Tombouctou and Festival (Friday 18 December).

More visit of the mysterious city to admir this fascinated old city of the 11 centry.

Lunch in the hotel, 

Late Afternoon we will be at the festival Vivre Ensemble site to participeted to the events, In the night more  concert unders the stars in this famous old city. 

Overnight at hotel Hendrina Khan.

Day 8: 

Timbuktu to Bamako (Saturday) 19 December

Morning departure to Bamako by air plane about 1 hour flght.

A Lazy afternoon in Amities hotel one of the best of the.

free diner.

Day 9:

Bamako Siby end of the tour (Sunday) 20 December

Morniing depart to Siby about 1hour drive from Bamako, 

Small trekking to visit the historical Arch of Soundiata Keita, 

We will organise you a special Dogon Mask Danse.

After lunch we are back to Bamako for more visit of the city, 

finally, transfer to the airport with the help of your guide.

** Accommodations are deluxe by African standards. Actual lodging may change subject to availability.

The cost of the 9 days tour in Mali is 2964€ par person, You will joying the existing group.

If you wish to have a single room is 250€ more others you share the room.

Price includes:

Rental car, driver, fuel for all the trip,

Domestic Flight Bamako Timbuktu Bamako,

Festival Ticket, Dogon Mask Dance

The Pinasse (boat) rental,

Overnight stays in hotels,

Three complete meals per day for the entire trip,

Tourist taxes, hotel taxes and the accompanying guide

Not included:

The international flight,

Visa for Mali, Drink , laundry, personal cell and internet access costs.

If you have enjoyed the tour, it is allowed to tip the guide(s) and driver.

To confirm your participation, you need to send by international bank transfer a deposit of 45% the rest of the money is one month before the beginning of the tour or you can pay when you arrive,

When you Book the tour, If you decide to dont come on the departure date for some reason the deposit can be reuse next time when you wishes and is valible for two year.

Please Not that during or before the trip if I feel is not safe to go to any indicated places on the program we will replace it with some others places,

Please note that my goes is to make you happy by showing all the possible places in my country in safe way.

If you agree with the conditions, we go to the next step.

The next step to confirm your booking is to send the deposit by bank transfer,

Or by western Union.

I will send you my bank details if you are ok.

West Africa tour 13-day Tour: Mali and Burkina Faso

Discover the magic of Mali’s landscapes and people, and the rich history of Burkina Faso, home to the Mossi, the largest ethnic group in the nation.

Bamako, Siby, Timbuktu , Laongo – Zorgho – Tenkodogo, Bobo, Gaoua, Tenkodogo – Pô – Tiébélé, Nazinga, Ouagadougou, Segou, Bamako

Day 1: Bamako (Friday)

Upon arrival at Bamako airport, your guide will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel for your first night at Hôtel Amitiés (5-star) or similar.

Day 2: Bamako – Siby (Saturday)

Morning departure to Siby (about 60 km from Bamako). Guided visit including the Arch of Kamandjan, a traditional mask dance performance, and lunch at a local restaurant.

Return to Bamako in the afternoon. Overnight at Hôtel Amitiés or similar.

Day 3: Bamako (Sunday)

Morning city tour: artisan center, local markets (fruits and spices), and the National Museum. Lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon boat trip on the Niger River (about 2 hours).

Evening concert at the festival. Overnight at Hôtel Amitiés.

Day 4: Bamako – Timbuktu (Monday)

Morning flight to Timbuktu (approx. 1 hour).

Guided city tour depending on arrival time: mosques, museum, and local market.

Lunch at the hotel. Overnight in Timbuktu.

Day 5: Timbuktu (Tuesday)

City tour: artisan workshops, manuscript center, and houses of early explorers.

Lunch with a local family to experience traditional cuisine.

Afternoon camel excursion and Tuareg tea ceremony.

Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 6: Timbuktu (Wednesday)

Free morning to relax at the hotel.

Afternoon: traditional Tuareg dance and tea gathering.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7: Timbuktu – Bamako (Thursday)

Morning flight back to Bamako.

Free afternoon. Overnight at Hôtel Amitiés.

Day 8: Bamako – Ouagadougou (Friday)

Morning flight to Ouagadougou (approx. 1h30).

Hotel check-in and city tour: National Museum, Martyrs’ Monument, central market, and craft village.

Welcome dinner and overnight in Ouagadougou.

Day 9: Ouagadougou – Laongo – Zorgho – Tenkodogo (Saturday)

Visit the granite sculpture site in Laongo.

Continue to Zorgho for a visit to the Warba Museum and a dance performance.

Arrival in Tenkodogo. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 10: Tenkodogo – Pô – Tiébélé (Sunday)

Visit the Royal Palace of Tenkodogo.

Travel to Pô with a stop at Binger’s House.

Continue to Tiébélé to visit the Kassena village.

Return to Pô. Overnight stay.

Day 11: Pô – Nazinga – Ouagadougou (Monday)

Departure to Ouagadougou with a stop at Nazinga Park for a safari.

Continue to Wedbila for a visit and lunch.

Arrival in Ouagadougou. Overnight stay.

Day 12: Ouagadougou – Bazoulé – Bobo-Dioulasso (Tuesday)

Departure for Bobo-Dioulasso.

Stop at Bazoulé to visit the sacred crocodiles.

Visit Koro village.

Arrival in Bobo-Dioulasso. Cultural evening with traditional music and dance. Overnight stay.

Day 13: Bobo-Dioulasso – Ouagadougou (Wednesday)

Visit the Dioulassoba Mosque and the old town.

Return to Ouagadougou.

Afternoon at leisure, followed by transfer to the airport.

Price

The cost for the 13-day tour in Mali and Burkina Faso is €2,994 per person.

Single room supplement: €200.

Price Includes

4x4 vehicle, driver, and fuel for the entire trip

Domestic flights (Bamako–Timbuktu–Bamako)

Flight from Bamako to Ouagadougou

Traditional mask dance experience

Boat trip on the Niger River

Hotel accommodation

Three meals per day

Tourist and hotel taxes

Professional guide services

Not Included

International flights

Drinks

Booking (Conditions)

To confirm your participation, a deposit of 45% is required by international bank transfer. The remaining balance must be paid one month before the tour.

If you are unable to travel on the departure date, your deposit can be reused for a future tour and is valid for two years.

Please note: for safety reasons, the itinerary may be adjusted if necessary. Alternative destinations will be offered.

Our goal is to provide you with the best possible experience while ensuring your safety and enjoyment throughout the journey.

Next Step

If you agree with these conditions, we can proceed with your booking.

Please confirm, and I will send you the bank details or Western Union information for the deposit.

16-day Cultural tour of Mali:  A cultural adventure from the niger river to the desert.

Bamako, Djenne Dogon country, Mopti, Niger River, Timbuktu and the desert, Segou, Bamako.

Day 1: Saturday – Bamako
Upon arrival at the airport in Bamako, your guide is there to welcome you and accompany you to dinner. Stay overnight at the Hotel Tamana.**

Day 2: Sunday – Bamako to Djenne
Depart in the morning from Bamako to Djenne via an air-conditioned 4x4. We will pass beautiful mud villages and meet with villagers who will explain the tradition of millet and the traditional costumes made from bazin. Lunch will be en route. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.**

Day 3: Monday – Djenne
You will enjoy breakfast in the lovely shaded terraces and start with a morning tour of the city of Djenne and learn its rich history. Visit the largest and most beautiful mud mosque in Africa and the world, one of many UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Mali.

Monday is the day of the colorful weekly market, where you can find lovely traditional fabrics. You will walk through the narrow alleys to explore the majestic Sudanese-style mud buildings. Behind each door a warm welcome awaits you.

Djenné is the ideal setting to enjoy the great variety of ethnic groups that inhabit the Niger River valley and the inland delta. Lunch will be in a local restaurant and the afternoon is free to enjoy the market. Enjoy dinner and stay overnight at a hotel.**

Days 4 – 7: Tuesday to Friday – Dogon Country
Depart in the morning for Dogon country by way of the Bandiagara cliffs. Lunch en route. This will be a change of scenery for four days amid Dogon country villages with their unique cultures and long-held traditions.

Hike along the cliffs to meet the villagers and see the ancient dwellings of the “Tellem.” You will discover the Dogon country traditions of weaving cotton to make bogolan (mud cloth) and deep blue indigo, as well as carving wooden masks and fertility statues. Each village hosts its Tougouna, a place of exchange that welcomes all village elders, called the “house of words.” Discover Dogon cliffs, plateaus and plains through trekking. Nights are spent in safe, comfortable village encampments.  The trekking in the Dogon will take us to Songho, Bandiagara, Kani Kombole, Telli, Ende, Wabatalou and Begne Matou.

On the seventh day, we return to the 4x4 and depart for Mopti, the crossroads of trade on the Niger River. After lunch you will have a guided tour of the city and observe dugout canoes, pirouges, and pinasses being built. You will be surprised by the elegance and unique colors of each pinasse on the niger river; this is how the city of Mopti gained the prestigious name“the Venice of Mali.” 

You don't want to miss a meal of capitaine skewers, a succulent white fish and local Mopti specialty! Eat dinner and stay overnight at the hotel “Ya Pas de Problème”  - the quaintly named “There is No Problem”  hotel.**

Days 8-10: Saturday to Monday – Mopti to Timbuktu by Pinasse
Depart in the morning for Timbuktu in a fully equipped, motorized pinasse to sail on the Niger River. We will spend three days and two nights and experience the tranquility of the river. We will meet Bozo fishermen, visit villages and witness the smoking of fish, see the roaming livestock, and witness petty trade while crossing Lake Debo, Mali's largest lake, where many species of migratory birds gather. Maybe we will swim with our friends the hippos!

Every night at sunset, we reach beautiful places to camp along the niger river banks in complete safety. Somehow the river will make you work up quite an appetite for fresh-caught fish, eaten sitting around the campfire under a brilliant sky of stars.
On the tenth day, arrive in Timbuktu in the afternoon and stay overnight at the hotel .**

Day 11: Tuesday – Timbuktu
Tour in the morning on the city of Timbuktu with a historian who will unveil the rich cultures and traditions of this most famous, mysterious city. Discover its mosques, the center of 16th century manuscripts, the houses of early explorers, the museum, the traditional spice market, and witness the creation of handicrafts and silver jewelry.

During lunch with a Timbuktu family, you will taste a local specialty with 12 spices. In the afternoon, depart for a camel ride in the desert. You can savor the beauty and total silence of the desert. Meet my friends the Touareg and their leader Ibrahim who will tell you the legends of the Sahara under a star-studded night sky by the fire. We will partake in traditional Touareg meals and tea, and spend the night under the dazzling stars or in a Touareg tent.

Day 12: Wednesday – Timbuktu
Return to Timbuktu by camel. Afternoon is free in the city of 333 saints. Enjoy dinner and stay overnight at the hotel.**

Day 13: Thursday – Timbuktu to Mopti
Depart in the morning from Timbuktu in an air-conditioned 4x4and enjoy the magnificent scenery as we return to Mopti, stopping for a picnic along the way. Arrive in Mopti in the early afternoon. Dinner and stay overnight at the hotel “Ya Pas de Problème.”**

Day 14: Friday -- Mopti to Segou
Leave for Ségou in the morning. You will marvel at the giant, luxurious baobab trees lining the roads, as well as the Bambara and Bobo villages. We will stop briefly to admire the mosque in San. Arrive in Segou in the mid-afternoon, then dinner and stay overnight at the hotel Esplanade.**

Day 15: Saturday – Segou to Bamako
In a morning tour of Segou, you will have the opportunity to discover the pottery in the market made by a cooperative of women, and visit the dye house where everyone can paint a bogolan.

Lunch in the restaurant, then depart for Bamako, a 3 and a half hour drive. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure, and have dinner at a local restaurant. Stay overnight at the hotel Tamana**  

Day 16: Sunday – Bamako
We will tour Bamako in the morning and see the home of artisans, the market with fruit and spices, and the National Museum. Lunch is at a restaurant and the afternoon is at leisure. Finally, transfer to the airport with the help of your guide.

** Accommodations are deluxe by African standards. Actual lodging may change subject to availability.

The price for the 16-day cultural tour of Mali : 3140 Euros

Included on the cultural tour of Mali:
The rental of the car and driver throughout the stay including fuel, pinasse (boat) rental, hotel and encampment overnight stays, three complete meals per day, bottled water, your guide, local guides in the cities, tourist and hotel taxes and fees.

Not included on the Cultural tour of Mali:

International flights, visa for Mali, alcoholic beverages, laundry, personal cell and internet access costs. If you have enjoyed the tour, it is allowed to tip the guide(s) and driver.

17-day tour: 
Music Festival on the Niger River at Segou

Witness the must-see Festival on the Niger in Segou. Set on the river’s edge, this very popular cultural festival gathers top Malian musicians, artists, craftsmen, dance and traditional puppet troupes from across the country, celebrating Mali’s diverse cultures in the ancient Bambaran Capital.

Bamako, Djenne, Mopti, Niger River, Timbuktu and the desert, Dogon country, Segou Festival on the River Niger, Bamako.

Day 1: Saturday – Bamako (2025 dates TBA - early February) 

Upon arrival at the airport in Bamako, your guide is there to welcome you and accompany you to dinner. Overnight at the hotel Tamana.**

Day 2: Sunday – Bamako to Djenné 

Depart in the morning from Bamako to Djenné via an air-conditioned 4x4. We will pass beautiful mud villages and meet with villagers who will explain the tradition of millet and the traditional costumes made from bazin. Lunch will be en route. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.**

Day 3: Monday – Djenné and Mopti

You will enjoy breakfast and start with a morning tour of the city, learning about its rich history. Visit the largest and most beautiful mud mosque in Africa and the world - one of many UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Mali.

Monday is the day of the colorful weekly market where you can find lovely traditional and modern fabrics. You will walk through the narrow alleys to explore the majestic Sudanese-style mud buildings. Behind each door a warm welcome awaits you.

Djenné is the ideal setting to witness the great variety of ethnic groups that inhabit the Niger River valley and the inland delta.

After lunch in a restaurant depart for Mopti, about 2 hours drive away, where you will have a guided tour of the port city, the crossroads of trade on the Niger River. Observe dugout canoes, pirouges, and pinasses being built. You will be surprised by the elegance and unique colors of each pinasse; this is how the city of Mopti gained the prestigious name “the Venice of Mali.” 

You don't want to miss a meal of capitaine skewers, a succulent white fish and local Mopti specialty! Eat dinner and stay overnight at the “Campement ”  hotel.** 

Days 4 to 6: Tuesday - Thursday – Mopti to Timbuktu

Depart in the morning in a fully equipped, motorized pinnase to sail on the Niger River. We will spend three days and two nights and experience the tranquility of the river. We will meet Bozo fishermen, visit villages and witness the smoking of fish, see the roaming livestock, and witness petty trade while crossing Lake Debo, Mali's largest lake, where many species of migratory birds gather. Maybe we will swim with our friends the hippos!

Every night at sunset, we reach beautiful places to camp along the riverbanks in complete safety. Somehow the river will make you work up quite an appetite for fresh-caught fish, eaten sitting around the campfire under a brilliant sky of stars. On the sixth day, arrive in Timbuktu in the afternoon and stay overnight at the hotel Hendrina Khan.**

Day 7: Friday – Timbuktu

Tour in the morning with a historian who will unveil the rich cultures and traditions of this most famous, mysterious city. Discover its mosques, the center of 16th century manuscripts, the houses of early explorers, the museum, the traditional spice market, and witness the creation of handicrafts and silver jewelry.

During lunch with a Timbuktu family, you will taste a local specialty with 12 spices. In the afternoon, depart for a camel ride in the desert. You can savor the beauty and total silence of the desert. Meet my friends the Touareg and their leader Ibrahim who will tell you the legends of the Sahara under a star-studded night sky by the fire. We will partake in traditional Touareg meals and tea, and spend the night under the dazzling stars or in a Touareg tent.

Day 8: Saturday – Timbuktu

Return to Timbuktu by camel; free afternoon in the city of 333 saints. 
Dinner and overnight at the hotel Hendrina khan **.

Days 9 to 11: Sunday to Tuesday – Timbuktu to Dogon Country

Morning departure for Dogon country via the Bandiagara cliffs and Douentza. Lunch en route. Change of scenery for three days, amid Dogon villages with their unique cultures and long-held traditions. Hike along the cliffs to meet the villagers and see ancient dwellings of the “Tellem.” 

You will discover the Dogon traditions of weaving cotton to make bogolan (mud cloth) as well as carving wooden masks and fertility statues. Don’t miss the opportunity to witness Dogon masked dancers on stilts performing their spectacular traditional ritual dances for you. 

Each village hosts its Tougouna, a place of exchange that welcomes all village elders, called the “house of words.” Discover Dogon cliffs, plateaus and plains through trekking.

Nights are spent in safe, comfortable encampments in the village.
On day 11, with the 4x4 we drive to Mopti, and stay overnight at hotel Campement .**

Day 12: Wednesday – Mopti to Ségou

Morning guided tour of Mopti: the crossroads of trade on the Niger River. 

Observe dugout canoes and pinasse boats being built. You will be surprised by number of boats, the elegance and the unique colours of each pinasse; this is how the city of Mopti gained the prestigious name "the Venice of Mali."

Then we will depart for Ségou. You will marvel at the giant, luxurious baobab trees lining the roads, as well as Bambara and Bobo villages. Enjoy the French colonial and red mud architecture of the City of one thousand Balanzan trees.

Arrive in the mid-afternoon; lunch on route. Dine and stay overnight on the Niger River in a comfortable hotel.** Esplanade hotel.

Day 13: Thursday – Ségou Festival

Day 14: Friday – Ségou Festival

Day 15: Saturday – Ségou Festival

Day 16: Sunday – Ségou Festival

Day 17: Monday – Ségou to Bamako

Depart for Bamako; enjoy the afternoon at leisure; dinner is at a local restaurant. Your guide will transport you to the airport for your return flight.

** Accommodations are deluxe by African standards. Actual lodging may change subject to availability.

The price for the Festival sur le Niger 17-day tour: 3350 Euros

Included:

The rental of the car and driver throughout the stay including fuel, pinasse (boat) rental, hotel and encampment overnight stays, three complete meals per day, bottled water, your guide, local guides in the cities, tourist and hotel taxes and fees.

Not included:

International flights, visa for Mali, alcoholic beverages, laundry, personal cell and internet access costs. If you have enjoyed the tour, it is allowed to tip the guide(s) and driver.