OUR STORY

Meet Our Founder

My lifelong inspiration has been art in all forms—visual and performance—growing up in Senegal, where I felt the artistic relationship was undervalued, fueling my passion to enrich it. After a global career as a tribal lead dancer for Cirque du Soleil and running my theater venue in the USA for 12 years.

I created Wassado Cultural Lodging in Cap Skirring as a living art space, collaborating with many talented Senegalese and African artisans from Burkina Faso, Mali’s Dogon tribe, and drawing from Senegal’s powerful dances and the vibrant youth of Boucotte Djiembering who deserve a platform. Guests are invited to stay, savor meals from our garden, join vibrant dance classes, and leave as their most peaceful selves, immersed in the transformative power of art.

My name is Wassa Coulibaly.

Wassado is a multifaceted hospitality establishment designed to cater to diverse traveler preferences while promoting environmentally friendly practices and cultural immersion.

The cornerstone of Wassado’s offerings is its 15 distinctive bungalows, each uniquely designed to accommodate up to 4 to 6 guests. Additionally, a campground for up to 54 guests provides an adventurous lodging option.

Amenities include:

Dining: An open-air restaurant/bar serving locally sourced cuisine.
Boutique: Featuring handcrafted products and artisanal crafts.
Craft Space: A dedicated area for creative expression.
Yoga Studio: For relaxation and rejuvenation.
Event Space: A versatile venue for various gatherings and events.

Wassado is an innovative hospitality business set to open on October 26, 2025, offering an immersive experience in Senegal’s picturesque landscape. Spanning three plots of land, Wassado features 15 unique bungalows, a campground, an open-air restaurant/bar with a theater, a boutique, a craft area, a yoga studio, and an event space accommodating up to 100 guests. With a strong focus on sustainability, cultural immersion, and community engagement, Wassado aims to become a premier destination for travelers seeking authentic experiences in Senegal.

From Our Land to Your Plate

At Wassado Cultural Lodging, we cultivate fresh vegetables on the land next door and raise chickens for the freshest eggs, ensuring every dish at our restaurant bursts with local flavor and sustainability. Savor the taste of Cap Skirring, Senegal, straight from our gardens to your table—a true farm-to-table experience.