An age-old culture
In the mountainous region of Bassari,in southeastern Senegal,you will be introduced to the Bedik. The Bedik, one of the most traditional populations of the country, settled here for fear of conversion to Islam and Christianity. Through isolation, their centuries-old culture has remained virtually unchanged to this day. This population group feels more connected to countries Guinea-Conakry and Mali than to Senegal. Their religion is a special mix between animist faith and Christianity.
A unique encounter awaits you when you arrive after an intensive one-hour walk in the authentic Iwol Village,one of the settlements of the Bedik. The 500 inhabitants of this village, living on top of a hill, welcome you with a broad smile. Off the beaten track, where the world can't find you...
