Celine and Giles were charming hosts, genuinely engaged in the local community with a deep respect for the people they work with and the environment. We enjoyed every minute of our stay and the trips we did. The food was delicious, and the fact we all sat around the same table for breakfast and dinner made it very sociable. The garden is beautiful, with no need to go very far for birdwatching. We have such fond memories of our stay

Stayed in February 2024

- Not exactly negative but for the guided tours bare in mind it is good to have at least some basic knowledge of French.

- Super friendly and safe environment; - Special thanks to Céline that helped us out in English with our (many) questions and helped us out arranging a transfer to the airport; - Delicious homemade food by Céline, make sure you taste her amazing dishes; - A very nice range of activities organized at Keur Niaye, hands up to Dudu that guided us on two different occasions.

Stayed in December 2023

For those travelling on a tighter budget, the activities, though completely worth it in our opinion, may be a little on the expensive side. I'll admit though that I didn't have any point of comparison, so this might be the standard going rate across-the-board in Sine Saloum. I'll also note again those good causes which the traveller will be supporting and Keur Niaye. The shower pressure and electric heating is dependent on the solar energy, which could be a little temperamental at times (though it was mostly fine)

Céline's place is excellent - located in the fairly large village of Toubakouta, close to the border with the Gambia, and sitting right on the Sine Saloum Delta. The rooms are large and comfortable, equipped with Mosquito nets, showers and plenty of storage space. The atmosphere around the lodge is relaxed and comfortable, with communal spaces for sitting and chatting, playing games (also provided) and taking meals together. The food is also very good, with fresh bread from the local bakery, homemade jams, juices and yogurt and even some Korean options. There are numerous activities to take part in, easy to choose from from a 'a la carte' book (in Both English and French). This includes things like boats or kayaks in the Delta, guided tours of the region on foot or bike, as well as more surprising options like Tai Chi, African Drumming or lessons on cookery. We took part in a day-long trip with local guide Doudou (who is also excellent) on the water to some of the island and villages in the Delta, and it was fantastic as we got to lunch together with some local people in the Senegalese style. If you're not sure what you would like to do, there's Céline can also help guide you and many of the choices can be arranged at fairly short notice, meaning it's perfectly possible to show up with no plans and just take it from there. Finally, its also worth mentioning that Céline and her husband Gilles who run the Keur Niaye, are also well-known and clearly well respected within the community. They, and their staff, support a number of good causes across Toubakouta and the surrounding area.

Stayed in May 2023

Celine and Gilles were delightful hosts, always attentive to us. Everyone at Keur Niaye was gracious and highly capable. We especially appreciated Doudou, their guide who took us on several outings. The garden is beautiful, and our room was extremely comfortable. Celine and Gilles were excellent company and fascinating people. Their support for the community in the town of Toubakouta is admirable and added greatly to our experience there.

Stayed in February 2023

Don't change a thing

The hosts were welcoming, charming, and genuinely wanted to tend to our needs. The courtyard is beautifully maintained and lovely to look at. Gilles puts birdseed out in the morning so we can enjoy the beautiful birds of the area. Breakfast was phenomenal with Celine providing homemade jams and local honey as special treats

Stayed in March 2023

nothing

Such a lovely setting. brilliant hosts and amazing activities. Nothing was too much trouble and the food was delicious.

Stayed in February 2023

Nothing, absolutely nothing...

What a wonderful place, the hosts Gilles and Céline are so welcoming and can get so many trips organized, with professional guidance, after so many years living there. Only 4 rooms, so small scale personalized operation, and excellent home cooking! Good interaction with locals in the village.

Stayed in January 2023

Nothing not to like

Keur Naiye was very charming, Celine, Gilles and Dou Dou could not have been more helpful and welcoming; For reasonable prices, excursions can be arranged. Our highlights- Gilles and Dou Dou took us out on the Salom for a wonderful afternoon and evening, we walked, swam, visited shell Island and the village of Sipo and watched the birds come to rest as the sun was setting. Celine organised transport for us to visit Fathala reserve and kayakking on our last morning. Celine is a very good cook and we particularly enjoyed sharing our evening meal together with our hosts. Breakfast was also delicious, pancakes with home made Jams and local honey. Our rooms were very comfortable with air conditioning and mosquito nets. We would highly recommend a stay at Keur Naiye

Stayed in January 2023

Nothing to mention.

Great guesthouse/B&B in Toubacouta in a very peaceful and quiet village. Rooms are totally comfortable and nicely designed, and the meal that I ate here was excellent. I only stayed two nights, but would have been happy to stay on an another to take a tour through the mangroves. The owners Celine and Gilles were very friendly and it was great to speak with them over dinner. They also offered some recommendations for future stops on my trip, since I had done almost no planning before coming to Senegal.

Stayed in January 2023

We were a little surprised that the trip prices didn't include the meals we enjoyed during the trips.

Céline and Gilles are very warm and welcoming. Every evening, we all had (an extremely delicious) 3-course dinner together and in Christmas eve, Céline had organized a spectacular drum and dance show. We also enjoyed the customized trips through the Mangroves, where we learned a lot about the flora and fauna from the highly experienced guides. The nature is absolutely amazing! The room was very well equipped with AC, mosquito net, warm shower, and a lot of nice little details (e.g., homemade soap). Furthermore, the breakfast was very tasty (a lot of different homemade marmelades and yogurt, as well as eggs, baguette, etc.). Most importantly, we really liked that Céline and Gilles have built up a foundation to help develop the village community. Hence, you receive very friendly reactions from the villagers when mentioning that you stay at Keur Niaye.

Stayed in December 2022

Staying at Keur Niaye was a wonderful experiencie. Celine and Guille took care of us as we were close friends. All the food and specially the korean dishes cooked by Celine were simply delicious, much better tham in many restaurants. We had also checked some prices for excursions in local places and they suggested us also a 1 day day trip possibility, and it finally was cheaper and amazing day. Guille evwn took some wonderful pictures and send it to us! Just amazing

Stayed in October 2022

The wifi was intermittent

The garden area was beautiful and peaceful The staff were welcoming and friendly

Stayed in August 2022

Just everything! Keur Niaye is a beautiful oasis and Celine and Gilles are such amazing hosts! They organized two unforgettable tours with the great guide Doudou, who knew almost every animal and tree. Every evening there was a really delicious three-course menu and it was particularly great that we ate together with the hosts and learned a lot about the village. The rooms are very comfortable and tastefully furnished. We could have stayed much longer and done one of the exciting activities every day!

Stayed in May 2022

a bit remote

very welcoming; made to feel at home; excellent food

Stayed in January 2022

Maybe a list regarding acitivities would have been good if there is anything to improve.

Celine is an amazing chef. The three course meal and the fact that everyone eats together was great. The compound and the rooms made my short stay feel longer bc of their calmness.

Stayed in December 2021

Not staying longer.

I stayed two days at Keur Niaye. Because I was the only one there the day I arrived, I was lucky to be upgraded to a bigger room. I loved the calming garden, the roaming chicken, the bathroom. Bed was comfortable and the room decoration very authentic. Breakfast was simple: tea, eggs, bread and a variety of homemade jam (mango, lime and orange) . It was enough to sustain a four-hour bike ride to Missirah. Diner was fish from her husband's morning fish trip. She and her husband, as well as the whole staff, are very warm, welcoming and helpful. I went on a guided kayak tour with Doudou in the bolongs, He was very knowledgeable about the fauna and flora, and a very good sport. There is a variety of excursions they offer and some of the proceeds go the local community. This is becoming a lengthy but I cannot express how much I enjoyed my stay there and would highly recommend.

Stayed in October 2021

Wouldn’t change a thing!

We arrived to a garden oasis full of colorful birds and flowers and were greeted by an absolute gem of a woman, Celine.  Not only is she an incredible cook but she is extremely well connected to the natural world of the Sine Saloum delta and the local Toubacouta community.  Everything you eat and enjoy is made locally or on site.  Lodgings were very comfortable.  The excursions were worth every franc, we were truly blown away by the places she took us and the knowledge of her local guides.  She and her husband give generous support the local school children so staying here you are helping in their efforts.  Left feeling like we learned so much and made a true friend. 

Stayed in June 2022