Adventure in the Bissagos Islands
8 nights
Le Lapérouse
11 Nov '26Cruise overview
In the secret lands of the Atlantic, off the coast of Guinea-Bissau, where the infinite blue of the ocean meets the lush green of the islands, a rare jewel hides: the Bijagos. Designated as both a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this preserved archipelago of 88 islands, mostly inhabited uninhabited and sacred, offers a unique immersion in pristine nature. Between pristine beaches, mangroves, and tropical forests, let yourself be captivated by this living spectacle. On Caravela, Carache or Canhabaque, encounters with the Bijago people reveal a matriarchal culture where nature is sacred. Every bird call, every reflection on the water becomes an ode to the beauty and harmony of these exceptional lands.
Itinerary
Dakar
Dakar, set at the tip of the Cape Vert peninsula, is West Africa’s westernmost point and the capital of French-speaking Senegal. Although it was not founded until 1857, it is West Africa’s oldest European city and one of the most westernised. The opening of the Dakar-St Louis railway in 1885 put the town on the map; it subsequently became a French naval base and in 1904, the capital of Afrique Occidentale Française. It bears the legacy of Africa’s French colonial past, especially so in the downtown Plateau area, where the architecture is redolent of southern France. Every inch a modern city, Dakar is a frenetic buzz of activity, which can be startling. Perhaps sample the popular mint tea and try your hand at bartering in the colourful craft markets for traditional embroidery, woodcarvings, metalwork and costume jewellery.
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At sea
Carache, Bissagos Islands
Bissagos Islands
Bissagos Islands
Caravela Island, Bijagos
Carache, Bissagos Islands
Dakar
Dakar
Deluxe Stateroom
Services provided
- 24h room service
- Butler service and priority boarding : Owner’s suite, Grand de Luxe Suite, Privilege Suites, Prestige Suite Deck 6
- Inclusive Internet access Wifi (availability dependent on navigation and latitude)
- Individually-controlled air conditioning
- Dressing room with shelves and closet
- Dressing table and hairdryer
- Selection of Hermès top-of-the-line bath products
- Minibar included
- Nespresso coffee maker and boiler
- Electronic safe
- Direct line telephone
- Bose Bluetooth speaker
- Flat screen TV, international channels (availability dependent on navigation) and videos on demand
- 110V American (two flat pins)/220V European (round sockets with two round pins)
- Two ADA staterooms
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
- One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
- A bathroom with shower
- A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs
- A glazed panoramic swing door and rectangular window
Amenities
- King or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- Room Service Available
- Free Mini Bar
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Pillow Menu Available
- Telephone
- Desk
Ship features
Le Lapérouse combines expedition readiness with graceful design, offering an immersive experience both onboard and ashore.
- Hybrid-propulsion system for efficient, quiet cruising
- Blue Eye underwater lounge with panoramic viewing windows
- Fleet of Zodiacs for daily landings and exploration
- Heated infinity pool and sun deck
- Two restaurants serving refined French and international cuisine
- Spa and fitness facilities by Sothys
- Theatre for lectures and live entertainment
- Open-air marina for water sports and kayaking
- All-inclusive dining, premium drinks and Wi-Fi
- Experienced expedition team and naturalists onboard