The Pink Lake

Near Dakar, there is a curious natural phenomenon that turns the waters of Lake Retba pink, the one that was the arrival point of the Paris-Dakar rally many years ago.

The unusual color of the water is due to a concentration of minerals, microorganisms, and salt. It is an extraordinary place to take original photographs.

We have the appropriate human resources and management partnership to take you on an excursion to this beautiful natural phenomenon. Whether you are a curious researcher or you’re looking to go for a pleasant excursion, seeing the pink lake won’t disappoint.

What to Expect at the Pink Lake Excursion

The Pink Lake of Senegal is a curious natural phenomenon worth knowing, and it is also very, very close to Dakar so that it can be reached easily. It is also called Lake Retba, and it is also famous because it was the arrival point of the Paris-Dakar rally for many years. After the terrorist actions in Mauritania in 2008, the rally takes place entirely in South America. As the name implies, the water is sometimes pinkish-red in color.

This is due to the minerals, microorganisms, and salt in the water; however, that color cannot be seen all year round. When it rains, it is more difficult. The concentration of salt ten times higher than that of the sea. For economic reasons, workers extract salt in quite harsh conditions.

You’ll get to see the process in which these workers apply in other to extract salt for whatever purpose it is needed.

When Time Does the Pink Lake Open?

This Pink Lake is always open to tourists and excursions.

What is the Best Time to Visit the Pink Lake?

The best time to visit Pink Lake is during the dry season, from September to February, because it is hard to see the lake’s pink color in raining season because it rains too much here.