Land-locked Mali is a jewel of West Africa, with a rich history and a vibrant culture that will surprise and delight travelers who may think they’ve seen it all. Mali’s capital, Bamako, is a thriving city with an excellent local music and nightlife scene. In Djenne, travelers will marvel at the world’s largest mud-building, the Grand Mosque, which is more elegant than it sounds and definitely rates as a must-see for any Mali visitor. In the central plateau region lies the Bandiagara Escarpment, home to the Dogon people; the Dogon are well known for their mythology, wooden sculpture, and architecture. Finally, visitors to Mali can add Timbuktu to their “been there, done that” list – a major draw, since Timbuktu is certainly a feather in the cap of any respectable world traveler! Costs valid through December 31, 2011; holiday and peak season surcharges may apply.

SUGGESTED MALI TOURS

Like all of our tours, these are simply suggested itineraries, and can easily be customized to suit your schedule, budget, and interests.