When to Visit
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If you don’t mind crowds, then the peak tourist season in November is a good time. The period between November and January is the best time to visit Mali as the climate is mild. It is also a good time for boat trips across the River Niger.
Events and Entertainment
The Cattle Crossing is the most important Fulani festival in Diafarabe. Every December, herders bring cattle from the grazing lands to the river at Diafarabe and then cross the river. The Promenade des Jeunes held on the first day is when the unmarried men and women dress up to attract each other. Mali’s most famous cultural event is the Festival in the Desert, where some of the most popular artists present a musical extravaganza. The Festival on the Niger... Read more
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