Lac Rose (meaning Pink Lake) lies north of the Cap Vert peninsula of Senegal, some 30 km (18 miles) north-east of the capital, Dakar^[1] in northwest Africa.^[2] It is named for its pink waters caused by Dunaliella salina algae and is known for its high salt content, up to 40% in some areas.

The lake is separated from the Atlantic Ocean only by a narrow corridor of dunes, and is named for its pink waters, caused by Dunaliella salina algae. The algae produces a red pigment to assist in absorbing light, which provides energy to create ATP.^[3] The color is particularly visible during the dry season (from November to June) and is less visible during the rainy season (July to October).^[4]

Pink lake trip plan

Include pick up from your lodging, boat ride at the lake,

price per person $150 or €140.

2-3 person price per person $130 or €120

With More activities at the pink lake

Price per person

atv ride for 1 hour $190 or €180

With camel ride

Price per person $165 or €160.

With dunes truck ride

Price per person $180 or €170,

but 2-3 or more people contact us please