From $1,580 per person (based on 2 people sharing)
This 6-day Guinea tour offers an immersive experience across key landscapes and communities. Starting in the bustling capital Conakry, the journey moves through Kindia’s scenic valleys, explores the waterfalls and markets of Fouta Djallon, and touches the forest edge of Mount Nimba. The trip combines cultural traditions, hiking, and daily life encounters.
Day 1: Arrival in Conakry – City Tour and National Culture
Arrive at Conakry International Airport, where your guide will meet and transfer you to your hotel in the Kaloum district.
After check-in and rest, start with a guided city tour:
- Visit the National Museum, which houses traditional musical instruments, tribal masks, and ritual objects.
- See the Grand Mosque of Conakry, one of the largest in West Africa.
- Explore the Sandervalia Quartier, full of colonial buildings, art vendors, and historical murals.
- Walk along Corniche Nord, with views of the Atlantic Ocean and fishing boats.
Accommodation: Noom Hotel or Hotel Mariador Palace
Meals: Dinner included
Activities: Cultural museums, religious landmarks, city orientation
Day 2: Kindia and Voile de la Mariée Waterfall
Drive northeast to Kindia (approx. 3 hours), a quiet city surrounded by low hills and banana plantations. Upon arrival:
- Visit the Voile de la Mariée Waterfall, a misty cascade set in forested terrain. Guides will share the legend of the “Bride’s Veil.”
- Enjoy a picnic or fresh lunch at a local eatery with traditional dishes.
- Visit the local crafts market for pottery, dyed fabrics, and wood carvings.
Optional evening walk around Kindia’s residential streets and banana plantations.
Accommodation: Hôtel Flamboyant or similar
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Activities: Nature sightseeing, local storytelling, artisan crafts
Day 3: Dalaba and the Fouta Djallon Highlands
Depart early for Dalaba, a historic highland town located in the Fouta Djallon region (approx. 5 hours). This scenic area is famous for its waterfalls, cooler climate, and Fulani (Peul) culture.
Stop at:
- Chutes de Ditinn, one of the region’s highest waterfalls, surrounded by thick greenery.
- The Villa Syli, once the retreat of Guinea’s first president and a symbol of post-colonial architecture.
- A local community project for traditional cloth dyeing using natural indigo.
Settle into a local guesthouse with views of the valley.
Accommodation: Dalaba Eco-Lodge or similar
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Activities: Waterfall trek, cultural sightseeing, Fulani tradition
Day 4: Pita – Waterfalls and Village Encounters
Travel to Pita, a short drive from Dalaba, known for its beautiful rivers and falls.
- Visit Chutes de Kinkon, a powerful and photogenic waterfall cascading into a deep gorge.
- Continue to Chutes de Kambadaga, a three-tiered fall ideal for walking and light hiking.
- Explore Peul villages, interacting with local herders and learning about pastoral lifestyles.
Return to Dalaba or stay in Pita, depending on preferred accommodation style.
Accommodation: Dalaba Eco-Lodge or Pita Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Activities: Nature trekking, cultural exchange, waterfall visits
Day 5: Mount Nimba Foothills and Forest Culture
Begin a long but rewarding journey southeast toward the Mount Nimba Biosphere Reserve area (approx. 6 hours, route dependent on seasonal road access).
On the way:
- Pass through rural forest-savanna transition zones.
- Stop in Nzérékoré or nearby smaller towns to engage with the Manon and Toma communities.
- Visit local herbalists and weavers who maintain ancient traditions in textile production and plant medicine.
Spend the night in a rustic lodge or guesthouse near the base of the Nimba range.
Accommodation: Nimba Guest Camp or simple lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Activities: Long-distance transfer, village interaction, forest education
Day 6: Return to Conakry and Departure
After breakfast, begin the return drive or take a scheduled flight back to Conakry (depending on location and transportation availability). Upon arrival:
- Enjoy a brief stop at Marché Madina for last-minute shopping or souvenirs.
- Transfer to Conakry International Airport for departure.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch included
Activities: Market stop, airport transfer, farewell
Included Highlights:
- Guided tour of Conakry with museums, colonial heritage, and cultural landmarks
- Exploration of Kindia’s natural beauty and waterfall legends
- Multi-day journey through Fouta Djallon’s rivers, hills, and Fulani villages
- Visit to Mount Nimba region and traditional forest cultures
- All accommodations, meals, private transfers, permits, and local guides included
