"La vue, la balade en pirogue, le petit déjeuner était excellent"
"If you are looking for a real natural experience and a unique and tranquil place to stay, then this place is perfect! Really off side from noise and lots of people, beautiful nature around (Baobabs, river at the end of the lagoon, birds). The main house with the restaurant has beautiful places to sit inside and outside; the pool is not deep and with salty water, but a nice refreshment. Meals were very good, especially lunch and dinner (dish is suggested and discussed, freshly cooked). The room was nicely decorated and very cosy and clean, some steps away from the main house. Staff (Celine from far and Ibou on site) was very helpful and kind, helped with all activities we wanted to do (arrangement of transport to the airport and to Somone, reservation for a pirogue tour through the lagoon and a horse ride along the beach). Highly recommendable!"
"A very comfortable, stylish place within easy access and with great services. I liked it so much I wanted to prolong my stay but it was fully booked - I'll be back again next time!"
"A very unique place. It is not a hotel, but a restaurant and fishing and other sea activities that also has rooms."
"Food is amazing! Best food I had in Senegal! The rooms were small and the value for money is not there however. Super expensive for what you get so be prepared to splurge!"
"The property was a world of art as well as a work of art. The tranquility and peacefulness of the environment was special! An incredibly interesting property. It was difficult to go explore the Island as we just wanted to stay and explore the property 😄. Beautiful place and wonderful hosts! We are very great full to have discovered it and looking forward to returning!"
"The breakfast was amazing and the beds were so comfortable. The location was so peaceful."
"Peace, calm, quiet, creative, soulful, great staff,
Matar, Nima, and Mame Cheikh au Top !
if I could I would have booked it for a month.
This place is a must if you want an escape from the craziness of Dakar.
If you're an artist, or a group of friends,
The house is clean, crazy/funny decorated, very creative,
the owner is a famous photographer videographer
and you have access to his material.
such a great place and an underrated treasure.
Some would say expensive, I would say first :No, it's not,
compared to anything around and especially in Dakar.
Last but not least every house with a soul has a price."
"The location of the lodge is simply stunning. It sits right on the water, surrounded by nature, and you can see all kinds of beautiful birds throughout the day. The property itself is extremely clean and stylish, with a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere that makes it very easy to unwind. The food is delicious, and the breakfast is especially wholesome with plenty of variety. I loved watching the birds come by in the morning as if they were coming to say hello.
The rooms are very comfortable and I slept incredibly well during my stay. The staff were also very friendly and accommodating. Even though my French is almost zero, they always made an effort to understand me and made me feel very welcome.
There is honestly nothing bad to say — this place is a little paradise. I truly hope to come back one day. Thank you for such a wonderful stay."
Avis de Svetlana
Souimanga Lodge
