Fathala Wildlife Reserve

4.5 star property
Luxury tentalow in Fatick with safari and outdoor pool

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

Photo gallery for Fathala Wildlife Reserve

Terrace/patio
View from room
Boating
Premium bedding, in-room safe, bed sheets
Property grounds

Reviews

8,4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Spa services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
Feel at home
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is R4 518
R5 038 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 January 2025

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Luxury Tented Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Tented Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Similar properties

Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!

About the area

Map
Fathala Reserve, Fatick

What's nearby

  • Parc National du Delta du Saloum - 36 min drive
  • Banjul Beach - 93 min drive
  • River Gambia National Park - 94 min drive
  • Senegambia Craft Market - 107 min drive
  • Kololi Beach - 108 min drive

Getting around

  • Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.) - 117 min drive
  • Blaise Diagne Intl. Airport (DSS) - 81.8 miles/131.6 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant Fathala Lodge - ‬23 min drive

About this property

Fathala Wildlife Reserve

Situated by the ocean, Fathala Wildlife Reserve is a great choice for a stay in Fatick. You can indulge in massages or body treatments, and Day visitors Cafeteria serves lunch. Other features of this luxurious tentalow include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 20 cabins
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 5 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • Children (4 years old and younger) are not allowed
    • No cots (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages and body treatments.

Dining

Day visitors Cafeteria - This café serves lunch and light fare. Reservations are required.
Calao - This poolside restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.52 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for EUR 7.63 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 185 per person (roundtrip)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Fathala Wildlife Reserve
Fathala Wildlife Reserve Karang
Fathala Wildlife Reserve Safari Karang
Fathala Wildlife Reserve Safari
Fathala Wildlife Reserve Safari/Tentalow Karang
Fathala Wildlife Reserve Safari/Tentalow
Fathala Wildlife Reserve Kara
Fathala Wildlife Reserve Fatick
Fathala Wildlife Reserve Safari/Tentalow
Fathala Wildlife Reserve Safari/Tentalow Fatick

Frequently asked questions

Does Fathala Wildlife Reserve offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Fathala Wildlife Reserve does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Fathala Wildlife Reserve?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Fathala Wildlife Reserve?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Fathala Wildlife Reserve?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Fathala Wildlife Reserve?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 185 per person roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Fathala Wildlife Reserve?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Fathala Wildlife Reserve and nearby?
Onsite recreation at Fathala Wildlife Reserve includes game viewing, a wildlife and game drive, and a safari. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the tentalow's other amenities, which include spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Fathala Wildlife Reserve?
Yes, Day visitors Cafeteria offers local cuisine, garden views, and poolside dining.
Does Fathala Wildlife Reserve have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
Does Fathala Wildlife Reserve have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.

Fathala Wildlife Reserve Reviews

Reviews

8,4

Very good

9,2/10

Cleanliness

8,8/10

Staff & service

8,6/10

Amenities

9,0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8,6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Khadijah, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was just lovely having comfort and nice accommodations but still feeling like you were out in the wilderness. The monkeys in the tree right outside our door were such a sweet added bonus
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The setting was spectacular, the food was on point and the guest help was amicable.
Mark, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Nicolas, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

We had issues during our check in that took too long to resolve. After a 3 hour drive we had to wait more than 1 hour because they could not see our payment made online. Despite us showing all the proof we had (receipts and transactions) and asking to see the manager to resolve it, we were held at the reception and asked to pay there multiple times. However the staff more than made up for it during our stay. They were very helpful and cooperative. The activities were interesting as well, especially the safari (we got lucky and spotted all the species present in the reserve). The place is quiet and peaceful as you would expect in a natural reserve.
Serigne Saalihou Mbacké, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional customer service, great to hang out by the water hole during the day. We enjoyed the safari, the lion walk, spent time with the baby lions, did a boat excursion on the mangrove and a visit if the village. The staff was really helpful with everything and smiling. We loved our stay there!
4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The luxury tents are fantastic - very spacious and comfortable.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

lovely experience in luxury tents with air-con and great wildlife.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Beautiful hotel located on the wilderness. No WiFi and tv, you gave complete peace and quiet.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A great mini safari experience
Well organised trips and the staff were very welcoming and helpful. The luxurious tents lived up to their internet photos and description. We were welcomed with cold flannels to cool us down from our long drive and given iced hibiscus drinks. We saw giraffe, zebras, elands, and a white rhino as well as a range of exotic birdlife. The food was very good as was the service. The pool was lovely to cool down in the heat too. Fabulous.
Paddy, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Very unique hotel. Recommend to stay at the lodge
Great place. Comfortable rooms and great animal sight seeing. We spent christmas there. Does not realky feel like christnas at all. Breakfast is good, other meals are mediocre and service is slow. Not too many mosquitoes. Only one rhino and a small number of animals but lion walk can not be missed and playing with the cubs is exceptional
c, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Recommend this hotel
Recommend this hotel if you are visiting Senegal or The Gambia. Welcoming and helpful staff, comfortable accomodation in a wonderful quiet environment. Interesting range of trips and activities available.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

great animals!
Great place - A rhino came up to the restaurant every evening covered in mud! very cool. A welcome respite from the insanity of Dakar.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

First class
Everything about our stay was first class. The food is great & very reasonable. The game drive, walk & walking with the lions were all brilliant.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The friendly staff, the beautiful surroundings, the delicious food, and the fun activities made our visit truly incredible. And the animals were just magnificent! We are so happy with our visit!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Eung suck, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Pas à la hauteur des attentes. Mauvais rapport qualité/prix.
Laurent, 2-night romance trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Simplement incroyable
De l’arrivée au départ tout étais parfait. Le site, les tentes complètement WoW!!! Le restaurant et les repas, le rhinocéros qui est venu nous voir au souper tout prêt de la piscine, la marche au lion, une expérience incroyable et le safari petit mais intéressant.
Patrick, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

GAUDESI, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Safari
Positionnement exceptionnel au sein de la réserve. Du coup prisonnier du site (bar, restaurant). Menu fixe obligatoire (enfin pas d'autre choix)
Dominique, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Handtücher werden nicht gewechselt. Fenster haben nur mosquitonetze und die aircondition geht ins nichts. Oder fenster Verdunklung den ganzen tag im zelt. Frühstück magere auswahl. Busher schlechtestes. Im Restaurant auch nicht starke ventilatoren kritik nicht angenommen. Uns nur vor die türgesetzt. Aberden transfer nicht zahlen lassen. Personal aüsserst nett wenn man nicht das komplette menu essen will somdern nur einen salat muss man trotzdem 25€ p. P. Zahlen. Selbst wifi ist nur mit extrabox möglich und zusätzlich zu zahlen. Personal sehr hilfsbereit.
Kathy&philippe, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Il luogo e le camere di alto livello per il Senegal... Il cibo è decoroso
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

paisible
le personnel et plus anglophone que francophone ce qui ne simplifie pas les échanges !! Je trouve que les prestations et le service se dégrade depuis 3 ans que j'y vais . Les chambres sont toujours "cosies" mais la literie est pas nette ,les évacuations d'eau sont pas au top !!
pascal, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review