Location
Senegal in brief
- Surface area: 196,712 sq km
- Capital: Dakar
- Official language: French is the official language, plus 6 national languages including Wolof (the biggest ethnic group in Senegal) and Diola (the largest ethnic group in the Casamance region)
- Currency: CFA Franc.
Make the most of your stay at Cap Skirring Resort to discover the natural beauty and fascinating culture of the region.
In the extreme southwest of Senegal, in the Casamance region, Cap Skirring is located:
- close to the seaside resort of the same name
- 6 km from Kabrousse, a small coastal village with typical Diola architecture
- 10 km north of Djembering, a farming village built on the dunes, surrounded by huge kapok trees, where the Sunday mass service is of particular interest
- 30 km from Oussoye, a quiet little town where Diola tradition is still present (in the celebrations and festivities)
- 80 km from Ziguinchor, the regional capital of Casamance.
Immersing yourself in the authentic soul of Senegal in the heart of a Resort blending local culture and subtle touches of modernity.
Exploring Casamance and heading off an adventure traversing the bolongs in a pirogue.
Playing golf in a stunning setting with a view of the ocean.
Overview
Nestled in a coconut grove on the southern tip of Senegal, Club Med Cap Skirring is a haven for sports and exploration, surrounded by blossoming bougainvilleas. This all-inclusive West African resort in Senegal enjoys a relaxed rural ambience, with traditional thatched roofs and excursions into the countryside. Enjoy a spot of line-fishing in the “bolongs”, improve your form at the Cap Skirring Golf Course, or take a tour of the countryside by quad bike. Soak your cares away in our pool or raise your mainsail off our long sandy beach and learn to sail. At Club Med Cap Skirring, adventure awaits!
Tropical atlantic gem
In the shade of casuarina trees and thatched roofs, the resort immerses you in an exotic, vibrant tapestry along golden shores
Authentic getaway
Glide through the bolongs on a traditional dugout and marvel at the unique spectacle offered by the pelicans
Golf by the ocean
Hone your swing on our onsite golf course, bordered by majestic palms and overlooking one of Senegal's most beautiful beaches
Enchanting Casamance
Experience the energy and joy of Senegal, from local delicacies to the rhythm of djembes cheering on Diola wrestlers
Families
Designed for families, discover expert childcare facilities, dedicated fun-packed activities, and services for all ages. We provide the perfect combination for family enjoyment and connection, so you can focus on what truly matters.
11 to 13 years
Teens Club Med
The new destination for 11-13 year-olds with a programme tailored to today's teenagers driven by the desire to discover and explore. Our friendly G.O®s are on hand to keep the schedule exciting and varied.
Activities : Golf group lessons • New activities • Archery group lessons • Sailing group lessons • Tennis group lessons
14 to 17 years
Club Med Chill Pass
An innovative programme where freedom and kindness reign. Meeting new people, exploring the world together, making spaces theirs’… Our energetic G.O®s will take the teens to new heights and ensure they’ll have a blast.
Activities : New activities • Golf group lessons • Archery group lessons • Sailing group lessons • Tennis group lessons
Please Note: Some services are at extra cost. We advise you to pre-book these services. They may also be purchased on site at the start of your holiday.
FEATURES & FACILITIES
The resort offers 21 included activities in your stay. You can also discover the 26 activities available at extra cost. At Club Med we are committed to providing a comprehensive range of activities ensures that you can truly make the most of your holiday experience. Whether you seek relaxation, adventure, culture, or simply a great time with others, at Club Med we have you covered.
Wellness Area
Treat yourself to a relaxing well-being experience provided by the expertise and caring attitude of our G.Os®.
In the shade of a palapa or in a cocoon of softness, you will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere and the deliciously scented products.
Your palapa is surrounded by authentic thatched roofs and palm trees and offers a view of the garden and the ocean. Recharge you batteries with a massage, surrounded by wood and voile curtains, and then prolong the relaxation experience by soaking up the soft rays of the sun on the sand.
Spa : Wellness Treaments
Resort Facilities : Wellness Area • Hair salon
Excursions
Outside the Resort, a world of discoveries awaits you. You are in the centre of Casamance, a region with ancestral traditions. African culture is on show here in all its diversity. The Diola, Huluf or Selek dialects define different "countries" with bush and bolongs, the arms of the sea that thread their way through the typical landscapes of the region. From the markets of the fishermen's villages to a Diola mass, you'll be blown away by the magic of the country.
Nature getaways : Ecological gateway • In the heart of the bolongs • Sunset Getaway • Ecological walking tour • Discover the Ecoparc by mountain bike
Connecting with culture : Authentic Diola territory • Awaat immersion • Eloubaline • Carabane Island adventure
Sense of adventure : Exploring the region on a quad • Exploring the region on a Buggy • Fishing in the bolongs
Tailored : Villages and Mangroves • Diola Sunday Mass • Market in Huluf territory • Traditional village crafts
Golf
Work on your swing in the shade of the coconut palms, breathing in the unmistakable scent of the sea. At the Golf School, we have a driving range, practice bunker and a putting green. Group lessons are available, and you can also sign up for extra classes to perfect your technique. Or go straight to the 9 hole course, with sweeping views down to the ocean.
Supervision : Our G.O®s all have qualifications recognise by the State and / or French Golf Federation or an equivalent qualifications or experience in other countries.
Activities : Golf group lessons • Free access to Resort's golf facilities • Beginners' course in golf - 3 days • Beginners' course in golf - 5 days • Refresher course in golf - 3 days • Refresher course in golf - 5 days • 3 green fees package - day - 11am 3pm • 3 green fees package - Evening - 15pm 17pm • 3 green fees package - morning - 7am 11am • Caddy • Private lessons
Resort Facilities : Cap Skirring golf course (Cap Skirring) • Putting green • Practice bunker • Practice Golf
Sailing
The Resort has an intoxicating tropical charm. Hoist the sail and cast off: it's time to make the most of the beautiful expanse of blue. Go down to the sandy beach and set sail in a catamaran, specially chosen to be easy to manoeuvre. Experienced sailors can set out to sea unaccompanied. Learners have a G.O® in the boat with them.
Supervision : Our G.O®s all have qualifications recognized by the French Sailing Federation, or equivalent qualifications or experience in other countries.
Activities : Sailing group lessons • Free access to sailing
Tennis
Come and play a few rallies in a luxurious tropical garden. Whether you're looking to start from scratch or to polish your game, we offer well-taught group classes to help you improve. Our hard courts mean speed is a major factor. Learn how to ensure you can get the ball back over the net.
Supervision : Our G.O®s all have qualifications recognized by the French Tennis Federation, or equivalent qualifications or experience in other countries.
Activities : Tennis group lessons • Free access to tennis courts
Resort Facilities : Tennis courts
Fitness
The focus is on well-being in Casamance.
This idyllic setting is a lovely place to take a fitness class.
What can you expect? Muscle stimulation, core training, stretching, circuit training and many other workshops.
Experience true peace with Les Mills Yoga™ to reinvigorate yourself and banish stress. Balance, dynamism, suppleness, muscle tone, relaxation - whatever you seek, head for the fitness space and choose what you want to work on with your G.O®.
Supervision : Quality teaching by GO®s trained in their discipline, to introduce beginners to the sport .
Activities : High Intensity Training • Training Soft • BODY PUMP™ • Fitness Walking/Running • Les Mills™ Yoga • Les Mills™ Pilates
Archery
Ready, aim, fire! Set your sights high in the heart of Casamance. On the archery range, a G.O® will be there to give information and advice. Beginners will learn how to safely work their way through a quiver of arrows. Then they will join the more experienced archers in trying to hit the centre of the target.
Supervision : Quality teaching by GO®s trained in their discipline, to introduce beginners to the sport .
Activities : Archery group lessons
Team sports
Challenge each other to a ball game, on the beach or on a sports field... Team sports combine the pleasure of physical exercise, friendliness and the spirit of competition.
Activities : Beach soccer • Beach volleyball
Entertainment
Carefree Casamance is a place for enjoying every moment. A zest for life shines through at our folklore evening. This colourful performance is just one of the festive events that are part of Resort life. Live music, shows, games: there's so much entertainment to choose from.
Activities : Ambiance and entertainment
Swimming Pool
Ready to dive into the heart of Resort life? Head for the swimming pool. Live life poolside: disconnect from everyday life or reconnect with your nearest and dearest. Float in the water or lay back on a deckchair. Take an aquafitness class and give it your all. Lounge about and look at the view, or spoil yourself with a poolside drink. The choice is yours.
Activities : Aquafitness • Pool free access
Resort Facilities : Main swimming pool
Cardio-Training
The cardio training room is the ideal hangout for fans of running and muscle building. Particularly well-equipped, the room allows you to easily pursue your sports routine in optimal conditions and with a panoramic ocean view.
Activities : Cardio-Training Room
Resort Facilities : Cardio-Training room
Other activities
Activities : Petanque (boules) • Table tennis
Please Note: Some services are at extra cost. We advise you to pre-book these services. They may also be purchased on site at the start of your holiday.
BEDROOMS & Club Med Cap Skirring ROOM TYPES
Surrounded by lush vegetation and golden beaches, unwind under thatched roofs and ochre walls. All rooms have a balcony or terrace to marvel at exotic birds amidst coconut trees.
Room Types: Superior
Superior (4 options)
Superior Room - Coconut Grove (23 m². Maximum capacity: 2 guests)
With a sea view, a beautiful terrace and the beach just a stone’s throw away, these duplex rooms are something special. The decor has a natural feel, inspired by local styles.
Services: Luggage service
Equipments: Air conditioning • Telephone • TV Screen • Mini fridge at your disposal • Safe deposit box • Electricity: 220-240 V
Bathroom: Shower • Amenities : shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion • Hair dryer • Separate toilets
Superior Room - split level (23 m². Maximum capacity: 3 guests)
Whether your room looks out onto the sea or the coconut grove, you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from the view. The rooms are all equipped with a balcony or terrace. The decoration pays tribute to nature and local crafts. A few steps lead up to the bathroom.
Services: Luggage service
Equipments: Air conditioning • Telephone • TV Screen • Safe deposit box • Electricity: 220-240 V
Bathroom: Shower • Separate toilets • Amenities : shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion • Hair dryer
Superior Room (15 m². Maximum capacity: 2 guests)
Whether your room looks out onto the sea or the coconut grove, you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from the view. The rooms are all equipped with a balcony or terrace. The decoration pays tribute to nature and local crafts. These rooms can be duplex or on one level.
Services: Luggage service
Equipments: Air conditioning • Telephone • TV Screen • Safe deposit box • Electricity: 220-240 V
Bathroom: Shower • Amenities : shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion • Hair dryer • Separate toilets
Superior Room - Mobility Accessible (17 m². Maximum capacity: 2 guests)
This garden-view room is designed to be accessible for those with reduced mobility. Its location makes it easy to reach the restaurant, reception, bar and swimming pool along sloped paths.
Services: Luggage service
Equipments: Air conditioning • Telephone • TV Screen • Safe deposit box • Electricity: 220-240 V
Bathroom: Shower • Hair dryer • Amenities : shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion
MEALS AT Club Med Cap Skirring, Cap Skirring
In our Resorts, dining is more than a meal; it's a convivial experience bursting with surprises. From beachside barbecues to festive live music, our weekly events infuse every bite with joy. Mingle with fellow guests, sway to live music and let our chefs take you on a gourmet journey. Join our celebration of flavour and connection, creating a feast not just for the palate but the soul.
Provided Services:
Culinary offer : All-day dining • Generous & creative cuisine • Fresh & local products • Culinary events & Pop-ups
Drinks : Soft drinks, premium level alcohols & hand-crafted cocktails • Festive appetizers
Bars
Bar Palétuvier
Enjoy the lively ambiance of Palétuvier, our charming thatched-roof poolside bar. This convivial space is the perfect spot to unwind with your preferred drink from our extensive bar menu. As the sun sets, festive evenings come alive with dancing and live entertainment.
Services : Hand-crafted cocktails, wine, spirits & beer • Fruit juices & Soft drinks • Coffee and tea • Festive appetizers & live entertainment
Bar Coco
Set on a lawn beneath coconut palms overlooking Cap Skirring's stunning beach, this is your go to bar for a blissful break and an exotically cool long drink. Soak in the laid-back vibes and ocean views as you sip on your preferred cocktail, chilled beer or fruit-infused water.
Services : Hand-crafted cocktails, premium level alcohols & Soft drinks • Festive appetizers
Bar Albatros
Head over to the Golf Club bar set in the heart of the course. Here, you're far enough to dodge stray balls, yet close enough for a mid-round breather. Enjoy pre- and post-round refreshments in a relaxed atmosphere, complemented by attentive service from our friendly team.
Services : Hand-crafted cocktails, premium level alcohols & Soft drinks • Festive appetizers
Restaurants
La Rizière
Serving a fusion of international favourites and Senegalese cuisine, our signature buffet restaurant is the perfect place to take in views of the sea and pool. Fresh from live cooking stations look forward to colourful dishes filled with fresh, locally sourced fruits and vegetables
Services : International, Senegalese, Healthy & Vegetarian options • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The Diola
Step into The Diola, where the beach is your backdrop and Senegalese flavours take centre stage. Enjoy grilled fresh fish of the day and a host of aromatic dishes paired with a refreshing glass of bissap, a local hibiscus drink
Services : Local, Senegalese • Late breakfast, Late lunch, Dinner upon reservation
Tailored for families
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