Fathala Wildlife Reserve
Location: Fathala Reserve, Fatick, Fatick, SN
Star Rating: 4 Stars
Property Type: Safari/Tentalow
About this Property
Onsite Massages and Body Treatments
Indulge in relaxation with onsite massages and body treatments, perfect for unwinding after a day of adventure.
Outdoor Pool and Safari
Explore the local wildlife on a safari adventure, then cool off in the refreshing outdoor pool, providing the ultimate blend of excitement and tranquility.
Dining and Recreational Amenities
Savor delicious meals at the tentalow's restaurant, Day Visitors Cafeteria, or opt for room service. Enjoy a complimentary daily reception and treat yourself to a drink at the bar/lounge.
Immerse yourself in luxury at Fathala Wildlife Reserve, where nature meets comfort and adventure awaits. Book now for an unforgettable experience!
Important Information
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the tentalow prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Children 4 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
- No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Policies
Check-in: 02:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Instructions: This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 5 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Amenities & Facilities
- Fireplace in lobby
- Terrace
- Garden
- Luggage storage
- Designated smoking area
- Concierge service
- Wheelchair accessible
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Fireplace in lobby
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Library
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Multilingual staff
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Pool umbrellas
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free reception
- RV, bus, truck parking
- Snack bar/deli
- Free self parking
- Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
- Pool sun loungers
- Free RV, bus, truck parking
- Game viewing on site
- Safari on site
- Mosquito nets
- No elevator (single level property)
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Stair-free path to entrance
Rooms Available
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Luxury Tented Suite
1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Features a private balcony
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, electric kettle, and room service
Sleep - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower (deep soaking bathtub available in some rooms)
Practical - Safe
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 3 (2 Adults)
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Toilet paper
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Room service
- Turndown service
- Partially open bathroom
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Bedsheets provided
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Deluxe Tented Suite
1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Features a private balcony
Relax - Outdoor private hot tub
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, electric kettle, and room service
Sleep - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower (deep soaking bathtub available in some rooms)
Practical - Safe
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 3 (2 Adults)
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Toilet paper
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Room service
- Turndown service
- Partially open bathroom
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Private spa tub
- Bedsheets provided
- Private spa tub (outdoor)
Guest Reviews
- shorn (10/5): - it’s very clean and the workers are very helpful
- Kalifa (8/5): - The place is nice whoever, we encountered over 4 different wall geckos in the room in the early morning.
- Thomas (8/5): - Sehr freundlicher Service, Frühstück ok, Abendessen gute Qualität. Spektakuläre Tierbegegnungen. Lodge bietet Transfer z.B. zur senegalesisch-gambischen Grenze oder zur Fähre. Nachteilig: Schwimmbadein-und Ausstieg für Menschen mit Knieproblemen mangels Leiter schwierig.
- Maria (6/5): - Freundliches Personal , sehr sauber. Aber Pool für Menschen mit Knieproblemen kaum benutzbar, weil keine normale Leiter und nur sehr hohe Stufen ohne Geländer. Frühstück à la carte war nicht möglich, man musste Bufett nehmen oder nichts. Preis 18€ viel zu teuer für die gebotene Auswahl.
- Laurent (4/5): - Pas à la hauteur des attentes. Mauvais rapport qualité/prix.
- Patrick (10/5): Simplement incroyable - De l’arrivée au départ tout étais parfait. Le site, les tentes complètement WoW!!! Le restaurant et les repas, le rhinocéros qui est venu nous voir au souper tout prêt de la piscine, la marche au lion, une expérience incroyable et le safari petit mais intéressant.
- Susan (10/5): - It was just lovely having comfort and nice accommodations but still feeling like you were out in the wilderness. The monkeys in the tree right outside our door were such a sweet added bonus
- Mark (8/5): - The setting was spectacular, the food was on point and the guest help was amicable.
- Serigne Saalihou Mbacké (8/5): - We had issues during our check in that took too long to resolve. After a 3 hour drive we had to wait more than 1 hour because they could not see our payment made online. Despite us showing all the proof we had (receipts and transactions) and asking to see the manager to resolve it, we were held at the reception and asked to pay there multiple times. However the staff more than made up for it during our stay. They were very helpful and cooperative. The activities were interesting as well, especially the safari (we got lucky and spotted all the species present in the reserve). The place is quiet and peaceful as you would expect in a natural reserve.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Exceptional customer service, great to hang out by the water hole during the day. We enjoyed the safari, the lion walk, spent time with the baby lions, did a boat excursion on the mangrove and a visit if the village. The staff was really helpful with everything and smiling. We loved our stay there!
- Dominique (6/5): Safari - Positionnement exceptionnel au sein de la réserve. Du coup prisonnier du site (bar, restaurant). Menu fixe obligatoire (enfin pas d'autre choix)
- Kathy&philippe (4/5): - Handtücher werden nicht gewechselt. Fenster haben nur mosquitonetze und die aircondition geht ins nichts. Oder fenster Verdunklung den ganzen tag im zelt. Frühstück magere auswahl. Busher schlechtestes. Im Restaurant auch nicht starke ventilatoren kritik nicht angenommen. Uns nur vor die türgesetzt. Aberden transfer nicht zahlen lassen. Personal aüsserst nett wenn man nicht das komplette menu essen will somdern nur einen salat muss man trotzdem 25€ p. P. Zahlen. Selbst wifi ist nur mit extrabox möglich und zusätzlich zu zahlen. Personal sehr hilfsbereit.
- Verified traveler (8/5): - The luxury tents are fantastic - very spacious and comfortable.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Il luogo e le camere di alto livello per il Senegal... Il cibo è decoroso
- Verified traveler (10/5): - lovely experience in luxury tents with air-con and great wildlife.
- Verified traveler (8/5): - Beautiful hotel located on the wilderness. No WiFi and tv, you gave complete peace and quiet.
- Paddy (10/5): A great mini safari experience - Well organised trips and the staff were very welcoming and helpful. The luxurious tents lived up to their internet photos and description. We were welcomed with cold flannels to cool us down from our long drive and given iced hibiscus drinks. We saw giraffe, zebras, elands, and a white rhino as well as a range of exotic birdlife. The food was very good as was the service. The pool was lovely to cool down in the heat too. Fabulous.
- c (8/5): Very unique hotel. Recommend to stay at the lodge - Great place. Comfortable rooms and great animal sight seeing. We spent christmas there. Does not realky feel like christnas at all. Breakfast is good, other meals are mediocre and service is slow. Not too many mosquitoes. Only one rhino and a small number of animals but lion walk can not be missed and playing with the cubs is exceptional
- pascal (8/5): paisible - le personnel et plus anglophone que francophone ce qui ne simplifie pas les échanges !! Je trouve que les prestations et le service se dégrade depuis 3 ans que j'y vais . Les chambres sont toujours "cosies" mais la literie est pas nette ,les évacuations d'eau sont pas au top !!
- Nicola (10/5): Recommend this hotel - Recommend this hotel if you are visiting Senegal or The Gambia. Welcoming and helpful staff, comfortable accomodation in a wonderful quiet environment. Interesting range of trips and activities available.
- thomas (10/5): great animals! - Great place - A rhino came up to the restaurant every evening covered in mud! very cool. A welcome respite from the insanity of Dakar.
- christian (8/5): - Tres beau lodge pour une nuit sous tente de luxe au milieu de la nature
- Ellie (10/5): First class - Everything about our stay was first class. The food is great & very reasonable. The game drive, walk & walking with the lions were all brilliant.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - The friendly staff, the beautiful surroundings, the delicious food, and the fun activities made our visit truly incredible. And the animals were just magnificent! We are so happy with our visit!
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