Luxury Safaris in Mali have become immensely popular among tourists from all over the world who wish to go beyond the conventional holiday experience. Feel the spirit of wanderlust within and head for the Luxury Safaris in Mali which will surely be a once-in-a-lifetime affair. Let the journey begin at Bamako from where you can conveniently travel to Segou. Explore the interesting town on the Niger River on the afternoon. The colonial architecture of Segou, once occupied by the French, stands in curious harmony with the Bamana architecture. You can also visit the pottery factories across the Niger River.
The next destination for Luxury Safaris in Mali can be Djenne. Catch a glimpse of the fascainating Monday market outside the mosque. The Grande Mosque is the largest mud structure in the world built in 1905 on a site that dates back to 1280. Every year during the rainy season the mosque is re-covered. You can take a trip to Mopti from here. Mopti is a bustling town of river activity at the confluence of the Niger and Bani rivers. You can spend the afternoon in this market town on the banks of the Niger River. The two highlights of Mopti are the lively markets and the beautiful mosque which is second only to Djenne.
The most unforgettable experience on Luxury Safaris in Mali is perhaps the Festival in the Desert in Essakane. Tuareg caravans from all corners of the Sahara desert including Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso and Mauritania asemble every year near Timbuktu for this annual festival. The history of the festival has it when Mali was restructured after independence, the Tuareg were forced into the desert and into arms and many dispersed to other North and West African regions. The peace accord of 1996 initiated reconciliation and a revival of the great tribal gatherings. Small rebel groups like the Tinariwen laid down their arms and this witnessed a new era of peace and fraternity and thus, the Festival in the Desert came into being as an expression of peace and goodwill.
The stage, lit by the setting sun, creates a magnificent backdrop. Some of the most memorable performances have included Tinariwen, Oumou Sangare, Desert Blues, Bassekou Koyate, Tartit & the Wodaabe of Niger. The day starts with camel racing and ad hoc musical performances in tents around the festival site. The festival is also a great opportunity to buy local crafts. Souds exotic? Book for Luxury Safaris in Mali today as part of your Mali Tour.
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