Discover the unique charm of Joal-Fadiouth, also known as the famous Shell Island, during a guided excursion with Babacar, your local expert from Senegal Travel Guide.

Located at the southern end of Senegal’s Petite Côte, just before the Sine Saloum area, Joal-Fadiouth is a single municipality made up of two distinct villages. Joal lies on the mainland, while Fadiouth is a small island connected to Joal by a wooden bridge.

Fadiouth is the most visited part and immediately captures visitors with its originality. The island is entirely made of seashells, including its streets and cemetery, creating a picturesque and peaceful atmosphere that makes it one of Senegal’s most unusual cultural sites.

Joal itself, although less touristic, is also worth discovering. It is one of the largest fishing ports in Senegal and the birthplace of Léopold Sédar Senghor, Senegal’s first president and a major cultural figure. This excursion offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and local life, ideal for travelers staying in Saly, Mbour, Nianing, or near Riu Baobab.