A huge gap rips through this mass of green mountains.
This is the “Grand Canyon of Guinea” – a 70+ km valley tearing thru the Fouta Djallon Highlands.
And for a few days, I stayed above this canyon in the village of Doucki.
Hassan Bah – Doucki hiking guide
Despite it being Ramadan (the Muslim holy month) and the fact that he was fasting during the day, Hassan insisted on taking me hiking.
Every day.
In the heat.
And exploring for hours, without any food or water until dusk!
Contact Hassan: + 224622457553 or on his Facebook page “hassan doucki hiking guide and host”
More about Hassan (read it here).
How to get to Doucki in the Fouta Djallon
Not that easy if you’re relying on public transport (as I was). I stayed the night in Pita, and from there the next morning made my way to Doucki, via another town.
NOTE: Waiting for the bush-taxi to fill-up with enough passengers often means waiting for hours.
Ask to be dropped at “Hassan- Doucki”.
From the picture-sign on the left side of the road, it’s a km down a trail to Hassan’s place.
Accommodation + meals
You stay with Hassan and family in your own traditional hut and include simple, tasty meals.
PRICES: Well, I was there in 2007, so assume costs have increased, but still a fair value.
What to do in Doucki
Go hiking – off course. Explore rock formations and slot canyons.
Swim in waterfall pools.
Check-out how the locals live by wandering around the village.
OR chill with a book on a hammock … and watch the world.
Or photograph the world.
Travels in Guinea – 2006