Dogon Country UNESCO World Heritage Site Hiking Tour from Mopti

A group of children gather near a body of water reflecting a mud-brick mosque in a sandy, arid landscape.

Two hikers trek across a rocky, arid landscape under a hazy sky.

A vibrant gathering of people, predominantly women, dressed in colorful fabrics and headwraps, fills an outdoor space near a building and a large tree.

This image shows traditional mud brick architecture with thatched roofs in a village setting, likely in a rural African community.

The image showcases the striking architecture of the Grand Mosque of Djenné in Mali, featuring its distinctive mud-brick towers and timber supports against a clear blue sky.

A vast, arid landscape unfolds under a clear sky, with rocky hills in the foreground giving way to a flat plain and distant cliffs.

A high-angle shot reveals a dense village nestled within a dry, tree-scattered landscape, showcasing the unique blend of human settlement and nature.

A high-angle view captures a dense village with small, earthy-toned buildings featuring straw roofs and walls, set against a hazy landscape.

A Dogon village in Mali nestled at the foot of a cliff, featuring mud-brick houses with thatched roofs and rocky terrain.

A vast, arid landscape stretches out from a rocky cliff, dotted with sparse trees and shrubs, creating a contrast between the barren plain and the rugged terrain.

A mud brick mosque is reflected in a pond in front of it, with trees and people nearby.

A village of earthen buildings with thatched roofs nestles against a rocky cliff, with a man standing in the foreground.

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Duración: 1 Day (approx.)
Ubicación: Mopti, Mopti
Código de producto: dogonday

Dogon Country UNESCO World Heritage Site Hiking Tour from Mopti

Renowned for its secluded villages perched on cliffs that are up to 500m tall, Dogon Country, a south-central region of Mali, is said to be the jewel of West Africa. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is designated as such for its natural beauty and cultural significance.

What to Expect

On this tour from Mopti, you'll spend the day hiking to various interesting villages via Bandiagara, the portal to Dogon Country, and its main commercial center. Within the village, you'll find the magnificent Palace of Aguibou Tall, a large toguna or a traditional circular hut made from clay and bamboo or wood, with a thatched roof, and a traditional medicinal center with botanical gardens. You will also visit Dourou, a village on the top of the Southern Plateau, and a good place to buy indigo fabrics on the market day.

After half a day of hiking, take a break and enjoy a scrumptious picnic lunch. Then, continue your hike to your final village visit before returning to Mopti in the late afternoon.