by Phil Paoletta | Aug 23, 2023 | Mali, On the Road, Senegal, Tips
Few borders have more notoriety amongst overlanders in Africa than the crossing between Senegal and Mauritania. While the Rosso crossing shows up in more horror stories, the Diama crossing is not exactly adored by travelers either. But hey, borders must be crossed,...
by Annie | Dec 1, 2022 | Culture, Mali
Bamako has a storied and deserved reputation as a regional capital for live music. It’s usually possible to catch a show, even on the quieter nights of the week. But if you’re new in town, or just passing through, you might have no idea where to begin. Bamako sits...
by Phil Paoletta | Dec 23, 2021 | Guinea, Mali, Tips
When it comes to African rivers, the Congo and the Nile tend to split time in the spotlight. But the Niger — the 3rd longest river on the continent — deserves just as much attention. Bubbling up from the highlands of Guinea, and flowing out into the...
by Phil Paoletta | Dec 12, 2019 | Mali, Senegal, Tips
Far and away the easiest route to travel between Senegal and Mali is the one that takes you from Tambacounda to Kédougou in Senegal, and then to Kéniéba, Kita, Kati then Bamako in Mali. The route from Kayes via Diema has really declined over the past several years and...
