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Bandia Park And Pink Lake
Type: Day Trips and Excursions
Duration: 8 Hours
Bandia Park And Pink Lake
- Type:Day Trips and Excursions
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWYou dont need to venture far from the Senegalese capital to see native wildlife when you book this tour to Bandia Park and Pink Lake. With a private guide, venture to the conservation park where you can see giraffes, rhinos, buffalo, monkeys, and many more species. Then, enjoy a thrilling ride along the beach and over sand dunes to the famous Pink Lake and see the salt extraction areas.Learn what causes the Pink Lake to turn that colorDiscover the Senegalese culture as you exploreChoose from a morning or afternoon tour timeA private tour means a personalized experienceINCLUDESBottled waterAll Fees and TaxesMEETING AND PICKUPPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotelsOptions and Start timeBandia Park And Pink Lake:08:00 AM, 12:00 AMPickup detailsHotels in Saly or Dakar and surroundingWHAT TO EXPECT1: Foret de BandiaDepending on road traffic you will arrive around 9:30 am to change vehicle and get in a pick up jeep for a 2 hours game drive in this reserve that covers 1000 hectares, where you will spot African wildlife in their natural habitat - such as giraffes ,buffaloes, rhinos, a variety of antelopes, zebras, monkeys, crocodiles, tortoises and more. In addition to the fauna and flora, visitors can also see replicas of the Serere Pyramids with burial chambers, griot (traditional story tellers and entertainers) tombs in the hollow of a thousand year old baobab containing authentic human bones, a charcoal maker's grindstone, Peulh huts and more. Our competent guides, some of whom are multi-lingual, will give you detailed explanations of all the sights and sounds of the park, illustrated by delightful anecdotes.3 hours -Admission Ticket Free2: Lake RetbaAround 12:am Transfer to The Pink Lake. Lunch (included) will be served around 01:00 pm at the restaurant Around 3pm, we'll make a ride with a 4x4 jeep over the sand dunes and along sandy beaches to a wonderful gift of the nature: the famous pink lake in Senegal.Tucked in between ocean and sand dunes, this salt lake will amaze you with its shifting colours of mauve and purple. Drive around the lake, visit of Peulh villages and salt extraction area. After this amazing tour, we'll drive back to Dakar and arrive at around 6:30 pm at your hotel in Dakar5 hours -Admission Ticket FreeADDITIONAL INFOInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerService animals allowedPublic transportation options are available nearbySpecialized infant seats are availableNot recommended for travelers with spinal injuriesNot recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular healthSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Bandia Park Safari (Minimum 2 Participants)
Type: Safaris or Wildlife Parks
Duration: 8 Hours
Bandia Park Safari (Minimum 2 Participants)
- Type:Safaris or Wildlife Parks
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWCombine a safari in Bandia National Park with a visit with this tour. You'll depart Dakar in the morning and head to the park for a two-hour game drive, where you may see monkeys, giraffes, and even rhinos. You'll then head to Lake Retba for lunch (optional) and a ride over sand dunes before returning to Dakar.Visit Bandia Park with a local guideCoffee, and tea are included in the price of the tourTravel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehiclePrivate experience for just you and your partyINCLUDES* All fees and Taxes4x4 in Bandia Park* Private transportationEXCLUDESLunchVISIT OF THE PINK LAKELION RANCH SAFARIMEETING AND PICKUPPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotelsOptions and Start timeLUNCH IS INCLUDED:08:00 AM, 08:30 AM, 09:00 AM, 09:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:30 AMWITHOUT LUNCH:08:00 AM, 08:30 AM, 09:00 AM, 09:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:30 AMWHAT TO EXPECT1: Reserve De BandiaAn unforgettable safari during your stay in Senegal in the reserve of Bandia where you can meet all the big mammals of Africa in 3.500 ha of grand nature: huge baobabs, thorny bushes, whimsical lianas2 hours -Admission Ticket IncludedADDITIONAL INFOWheelchair accessibleInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerService animals allowedPublic transportation options are available nearbyInfants are required to sit on an adults lapTransportation options are wheelchair accessibleAll areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessibleTravelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitnessNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers in totalCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Dakar City Tour and Goree Island
Type: City Tours
Duration: 8 Hours
Dakar City Tour and Goree Island
- Type:City Tours
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWThe capital of Senegal, Dakar, has a long history and rich cultural heritage. On this tour, take in the highlights of the city, then cruise out to explore the UNESCO-listed Goree Island. See landmarks such as the Presidential Palace and the Monument of African renaissance; browse the markets for traditional handicrafts; then learn about Dakars dark past on a tour of Goree Island, including the House of Slaves.Comprehensive Dakar tour for first-time visitorsDelicious lunch at a local restaurantFerry cruise and guided tour of Goree IslandHassle-free pickup and drop-off from your Dakar hotelINCLUDESHotel drop-offProfessional guideBottled waterLunchHotel pickupLocal taxesEXCLUDESAlcoholic drinks (available to purchase)DrinksFood and drinks, unless specifiedGratuitiesSouvenir photos (available to purchase)MEETING AND PICKUPMeeting pointSalyWe can meet travelers at their hotel lobby or at their hotel exit gate.For travelers who are in a private appartment we will specify a startint point depending on the areaDakarWe can meet travelers at their hotel lobby or at their hotel exit gate.For travelers who are in a private appartment we will specify a startint point depending on the areaPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotels, or customers can make their own way to the starting pointOptions and Start timeCity Tour with Goree island:09:00 AMEnd pointThis activity ends back at the meeting point.Pickup detailsWe can pick you up from any locations in Dakar and in Saly.WHAT TO EXPECT1: African Renaissance MonumentOur accredited guide will take you to the huge Monument of the African Renaissance and explain the cultural input of this monument for the African people.20 minutes -Admission Ticket FreeADDITIONAL INFOSpecialized infant seats are availableInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerInfants are required to sit on an adults lapNot recommended for pregnant travelersNot recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular healthSuitable for all physical fitness levelsInfant meals not includedChildren must be accompanied by an adultChild rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adultsChildren must be accompanied by an adultMinimum drinking age is 18 yearsAt time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding timeRefunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise shipDress code is formalVegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if requiredOperates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriatelyNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers in totalCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Dakar Museums and Monument de la Renaissance in a half day
Type: Museums, Galleries, and Art Expositions
Duration: 8 Hours
Dakar Museums and Monument de la Renaissance in a half day
- Type:Museums, Galleries, and Art Expositions
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWThis tour is unique with the visit of three Museums with experienced Guide and curator who know well African art and culture history and Patrimony.
House Ousmane Sow, the African Renaissance Monument Museum inside the Statue then the Black Civilizations Museum.
The guide know well the location of the Museums and the content of their exhibitions
Youll love the visit learn more about Africa and its people.
Better understanding of Africa throughout the exhibitions window of The continent.INCLUDESPrivate transportationAll Fees and TaxesWater includedEXCLUDESEverything not in the programMEETING AND PICKUPPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotelsOptions and Start timeDakar Museums and Monument de la Renaissance in a half day:09:00 AMPickup detailsHotel Terrou-Bi DakarWHAT TO EXPECT1: House Ousmane SowA must seen place Museum, African art culture and sculptures.Every amazing histories.paintings and videos of Ousmane Sow.
Welcome1 hour -Admission Ticket Free2: Le Monument de la Renaissance AfricaineMost visited site in Dakar the African Renaissance change a lot Dakar.
Meeting place, art culture and diversity.
Statue of bronze and cooper 52meters above the city and inside a museum.
Go see it closer, get inside, learn more history1 hour -Admission Ticket Free3: Museum of Black CivilizationsWindow of African contemporary art and culture.
History and patrimony in the hub of knowledge.
A real gem to learn more art and African culture and the Diapora.1 hour -Admission Ticket FreeADDITIONAL INFOInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerPublic transportation options are available nearbyInfants are required to sit on an adults lapNot recommended for pregnant travelersNot recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular healthTravelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitnessNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Dakar Shopping Gem & Food
Type: Food Tours
Duration: 8 Hours
Dakar Shopping Gem & Food
- Type:Food Tours
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWIn the vibrant city of Dakar youll find unique Shopping hidden gem and enjoy delicacies and drinks.
Local fashion designer for ladies and gents,a selection of beautiful hand painted scarves and clothings handmade crafts and jewelry along with a range of accessories.
Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere with a wide variety of local artists in varying styles and medium that resonate the lifestyle and colors of Senegal.Collections change regularly so there is always something new.Ndiambour couture in Sandaga Market
Nahyel concept store, Cocktail from Senegal etc.
Experience local food for highlight of the Tour.Here You'll eat and drink Senegalese flavors that completely shine DakarINCLUDESBreakfastWater and 01 soft drinks (soda)EXCLUDESMealsMEETING AND PICKUPMeeting pointHotel Terrou-Bi DakarHotel and Resort Great place to bePickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotels, or customers can make their own way to the starting pointOptions and Start timeDakar Shopping Gem & Food:09:00 AMEnd pointThis activity ends back at the meeting point.WHAT TO EXPECT1: Galerie ArteHere you find an exhibition ranging from paintings to accessories like jewelry a great place to find souvenirs and gifts45 minutes -Admission Ticket Included2: Marche SandagaNdiambour couture and other boutique where you can find clothing and accessories45 minutes -Admission Ticket IncludedADDITIONAL INFOInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerPublic transportation options are available nearbyInfants are required to sit on an adults lapSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Day Tour Bandia Wildlife Reserve and pink lake
Type: Wildlife Watching and Encounters
Duration: 8 Hours
Day Tour Bandia Wildlife Reserve and pink lake
- Type:Wildlife Watching and Encounters
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWThis tour to Bandia reserve and pink lake will give you a chance to watch the wildlife closely in an eco friendly nature .Be prepared with camera as you will have a nature watching dunes of salt ,bathing in the lake to enjoy the floating sensation being a wonderful experience .INCLUDESPrivate transportationQuad bike or dunes vehicle, riding small boat,drop you off back to your hotelAll Fees and TaxesEXCLUDESBeverageMEETING AND PICKUPPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotelsOptions and Start timeDay Tour Bandia Wildlife Reserve and pink lake :07:00 AM, 08:30 AM, 09:30 AM, 11:00 AMPickup detailsAt the "chambre de commerce" of DakarWHAT TO EXPECT1: Lake RetbaDeparture 9 am from your hotel towards Lac Rose, journey time plus visit: around 6h including 3h journey Dakar / Lac Rose / Badia /Dakar.Retba better known as pink lake is renowned for its color that changes from pink to purple based on the intensity of the sun rays ,the lake is separated from the atlantic ocean by a large dune,the lake and environs provide a good terrain for crossing dunes.with water to the waist ,the salt seekers tear at the salt crust deposited at the bottom with a picket called djodjbefore transferring shovelfuls of salt into canoes.women offload and piles the salt into the lakeside.
for activities you will have :
# tour around the lake ,surrounding fulani villages and beach by Quad bike or dune vehicle or for strolls on camel boat riding to observe the salt seekers.One can bath in the lake it self to enjoy the floating sensation due to the salt which happens to be a wonderful experience.6 hours -Admission Ticket Free2: Bandia ReserveUpon arrival we will take a 4x4 vehicule used specialy for safari.
Visit of Bandia animals reserve ,this 3,500 ha park is home to many animals some of which were reintroduced to Senegal after having disappeared there for a long time, such as: rhinoceros, giraffes, large antelopes, dama gazelles Derby elks, buffalos, patas monkeys, vervets, warthogs, hippotragues, jackals or mongooses...
Back to your accomodation and end of service2 hours -Admission Ticket IncludedADDITIONAL INFOWheelchair accessibleInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerInfants are required to sit on an adults lapTransportation options are wheelchair accessibleNot recommended for pregnant travelersSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Day tour Somone lagoon and Bandia park Safari
Type: Safaris or Wildlife Parks
Duration: 8 Hours
Day tour Somone lagoon and Bandia park Safari
- Type:Safaris or Wildlife Parks
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWDiscover the wildlife of Senegal and visit the Bandia Conservation Park on this half-day tour. See a variety of native African animals such as giraffes, rhinos, buffalo, crocodiles, and more as you embark on a 1.5-hour game drive. After admiring the wildlife, sit down to a delicious lunch at a local restaurant and take a boat ride across the Somone Lagoon to observe the animals of the mangrove forest.Take a half-day safari to Bandia Park and Somone Lagoon from DakarSee native animals such as giraffes, rhinos, buffalo, monkeys, and moreEnjoy a ride across the Somone Lagoon to observe the aquatic speciesSit down to a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Bandia ParkINCLUDESHotel drop-offLocal guideLunchHotel pickupAll activitiesEXCLUDESDrinksGratuitiesMEETING AND PICKUPMeeting pointSalyWe can meet travelers at their hotel lobby or at their hotel exit gate.For travelers who are in a private appartment we will specify a startint point depending on the areaDakarWe can meet travelers at their hotel lobby or hotel exit gate.For people who are in a private appartment we will specify a starting location depending on your areaPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotels, or customers can make their own way to the starting pointOptions and Start timeBandia Park Safari:08:00 AMEnd pointThis activity ends back at the meeting point.Pickup detailsWe can meet travelers at their hotel lobby or at their hotel exit gate.For travelers who are in a private appartment we will specify a startint point depending on the areaWHAT TO EXPECT1: Reserve De BandiaOur accredited guide will accompany you to the park entrance and make all arrangements for the Safari with the park.Then set on a safrai drive to watch some Africa wildlife like giraffes,zebras,buffaloes,rhinos, a variety of antelopes,monkeys, crocodiles,birds...2 hours -Admission Ticket Included2: Lagune de la SomoneOur accredited guide will accompany you to Somone village where you will have lunch and set on a boat ride to admire the wonderful landscape of the Somone lagoon with its luxuriant mangroves spotted by various birds2 hours -Admission Ticket IncludedADDITIONAL INFOSpecialized infant seats are availableNot recommended for pregnant travelersSuitable for all physical fitness levelsMinimum drinking age is 18 yearsInfant meals not includedChildren must be accompanied by an adultChild rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adultsVegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if requiredMinimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.Not wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelersThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers in totalCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Day trip Goree island and Dakar city tour
Type: Day Trips and Excursions
Duration: 8 Hours
Day trip Goree island and Dakar city tour
- Type:Day Trips and Excursions
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWNot only does this tour take you to experience the history of Goree Island, but it also provides the chance to explore Dakar City. Visit the poignant sites that played a part in the Atlantic slave trade on Goree Island, stopping to look at colonial buildings and take in the serene island environment. Then, delve into the vibrant street life and discover Dakar's unique mix of modernity and tradition.Arrive on Goree Island by boat; visit the slave house, memorial, and churchSee and capture the Presidential Palace and Independence SquareExplore the colonial-style Karmel Market and shop for some souvenirsSavor tasty traditional meals at a nice local restaurant by the beachINCLUDESAll Fees and TaxesEXCLUDESBeverageLunchMEETING AND PICKUPPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotelsOptions and Start timeDay trip Goree island and Dakar city tour :07:00 AM, 07:30 AM, 08:00 AM, 09:00 AM, 09:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:30 AMPickup detailsIn front of the chrambre de commerce
Where your guide hold a sight whrite on agsil senegal or the name of participant.WHAT TO EXPECT1: Place de l'IndependanceThe place de l'independence is in the beating heart of the city, home to majestic colonial buildings including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs which was the (court of French West Africa) the Governance (office of the French governor) and the Chambre de Commerce.20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free2: Marche KermelThe Kermel Market is a colonial-style building recognized as a UNESCO world heritage site , very beautiful building from 1860 which was destroyed by fire in 1994, and rebuilt identically in 1997. The Kermel Market is still excellently preserved. You can see lots of bright colors inside and outside the building. The market provides beautiful fresh products, typical of Senegal. Market gardeners, grocers, butchers and fishmongers are at the heart of the building, surrounded by decoration vendors, artists and artisans.30 minutes -Admission Ticket FreePrésidence du Sénégal (Pass by)The Presidential Palace is immaculate white, large, spacious and attractive with its greenery and peacocks, its red carpet unrolled from the portal to the corridor. Since Senegals independence, the Place de la République has been the residence of the Head of State, a historic residence located in the Plateau district of Dakar, the capital of Senegal, and was occupied as such by the Presidents of Senegal.
Built in 1902, the Palace was the official residence of the Governor General of French West Africa (AOF).3: Cathedral of Our Lady of VictoriesCathedral of Notre-Dame-des-Victoires or Cathedral of Africain souvenir is the largest church in Dakar and the seat of the archbishops. It is located on Boulevard de la République in the Dakar-Plateau district Built in the 1930s and consecrated in 1936, the Cathedral of Africain souvenir stands out in the landscape of Dakar with its impeccable white color. The materials chosen were imported from different countries (Sudan, Gabon, Tunisia, Benin, France) for a rather astonishing result with various influences. Erected on a former "Lebou"(the largest community in Dakar at that time)cemetery, it was originally a tribute to African soldiers, it which was once nicknamed the Pantheon of Africa.A building of formidable architecture with an extraordinary interior painting of the vault.The cathedral welcomed Pope John Paul II in 1992.
If you intend to enter, remember that it is forbidden to wear a hat, mini skirts or shorts.20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free4: Le Monument de la Renaissance Africainethe monument of african renaissance inaugurated in 2010,This gigantic 52 m High bronze statue accessible through a 198 steps stairway,the statut offers a beautiful view of the peninsula.
it is Africa emerging from the bowels of the earth, leaving obscurantism to go towards the light,the man, woman and their child will face the sun, symbolizing the opening of the continent to the rest of the world.it's largest statue in the world that can be climbed inside.
On the ground floor, a slide show describing the history of the construction of the monument and a fresco retracing the history of Africa and its great figures.
On the 3rd floor, a small temporary exhibition room. On the 4th floor, the main lounge .On the 15th floor, you are in the head of the man and enjoy a breathtaking view of Dakar and the peninsula.1 hour -Admission Ticket Included5: Dakar Railway StationOne of the most beautiful masterpieces of colonial architecture, its facade is of admirable beauty. The Dakar station was built in 1885 and linked the city of Dakar to St Louis, also served Dakar-Niger, which made it possible to reach Bamako (Mali) in 36 hours, twice a week.
Tens of thousands of sharpshooters from Sudan, Dahomey or haute Volta (current Burkina Faso )passed through this station to be embarked on the European fronts.(the sharpshooters were a military corps belonging to the colonial troops formed within the French colonial empire in 1857. main elements of the black force or the black army and dissolved in the early 1960s ) the station quickly became the most important railway center in all of West Africa; hub of city activity; transit point for peanuts, arabic gum,coton, cola, postal mail and thousands of travelers.
Located Place Dakar-Niger, renamed Place des Tirailleurs on August 23, 2004, it was rehabilitated by Eiffage Senegal.10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free6: Goree IslandDeparting from the port of Dakar, by boat to reach the island.Goree, first site in West Africa classified as a World Heritage Site by Unesco in 1978, Goree has managed to preserve the remains of a centuries-long history.It offers a vibrant testimony to an era marked by slavery and colonialism.
The influence of the various colonizing peoples is still clearly visible and the colorful houses give this island a little Mediterranean touch. The slave house is the only remaining slave hut on the island. Built in 1786, it has been restored from bottom to top.
The island of Goree is one of the strongest symbols in all of Africa.
place to visit include : house of slaves,the imposing west coast cannon,the memorial of the castel,st charles of borromeo church,the mosque oldest islamic stone building in senegal).Its picturesque architecture takes one back in time through the roughcast ocher facades of the houses.Lunch on a island in a Nice restaurant near the ocean is possible. Back to your reside.3 hours -Admission Ticket FreeADDITIONAL INFOWheelchair accessibleInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerService animals allowedTransportation options are wheelchair accessibleAll areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessibleSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Full-Day DAKAR city / GOREE Island Tour
Type: Day Trips and Excursions
Duration: 8 Hours
Full-Day DAKAR city / GOREE Island Tour
- Type:Day Trips and Excursions
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWSpend a day visiting both Dakar and Goree Island with an expert local guide by your side. Your guide will meet you at your hotel or the place of your choosing and take you out for a day of sightseeing in the city. You'll also take a ferry out to Goree Island to learn about the somber history of the slave trade.Visit Dakar and Goree Island with an English-speaking guideTravel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicleFerry ticket and Slave House admission fees are includedPrivate experience for just you and your partyINCLUDESFerry ticket and Slave House admission feeLunchAll Fees and TaxesAir-conditioned vehicleEnglish-speaking guiding servicesEXCLUDESGratuitiesBeverages and purchase of personal items of souvenirMEETING AND PICKUPPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotelsOptions and Start timeFull-Day DAKAR city / GOREE Island Tour:08:00 AM, 08:30 AM, 09:00 AMPickup detailsIf your pick-up location is not listed in the pick up locations in Dakar, please send a message about your pick up point.WHAT TO EXPECT1: Island of GoreeGOREE island was the most important Slave depot in West Africa between the 15th and the 18th century. Slaves were brought in against their will under horrible conditions and suffering unspeakable.abuse. A visit to the door-of-no- return will give you an idea of millions of African Slaves being sorted out and led into the Slave ships yelling for mercy.2 hours -Admission Ticket IncludedDakar Railway Station (Pass by)A wonderful example of colonial architecture. One of the most important architectural landmarks2: The Mosque Of The DivinityA wonderful example of Islamic architecture.15 minutes -Admission Ticket FreePresidential Palace (Pass by)Built for the former French Governor, it now serves as the official home of the current sitting president3: African Renaissance MonumentA striking monument of the 21st century Africa, It offers a panoramic view of the city of Dakar.20 minutes -Admission Ticket Not Included4: Market SoumbediouneA shopping stop to soak up the city tour atmosphere30 minutes -Admission Ticket Not Included5: African Memorial Cathedral of DakarVisit the impressive Cathedral built in a country that is 95% Muslims. One of the finest examples of religious architecture built in the 19th century..15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free6: La Maison des EsclavesWhen you visit the Slave House on Goree Island, It requires very little effort of imagination to realize how hellish the living conditions of the Slaves were.30 minutes -Admission Ticket IncludedADDITIONAL INFOWheelchair accessibleInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerInfants are required to sit on an adults lapAll areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessibleNot recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular healthSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Full Day Goree Island And Dakar City Tour(Minimum 2 Participants)
Type: Day Trips and Excursions
Duration: 7 Hours
Full Day Goree Island And Dakar City Tour(Minimum 2 Participants)
- Type:Day Trips and Excursions
- Duration:7 Hours
OVERVIEWCombine a tour of Senegals' capital city with a trip out to Goree Island on this private, full-day tour. You'll visit the markets and monuments of Dakar, including the stately Presidential Palace. You'll then hop on a boat and head over to the UNESCO-listed Goree Island, once the largest slave-trading port on the West African coast and an important place to learn about this harrowing chapter of history.Learn about Senegal's history from your guideTour Dakar in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicleLunch is included in the price of the tourPrivate tour ensures personal attention from your guideINCLUDESGuiding servicesLunchAll taxes applicableEXCLUDESBeveragesPurchase of personal items of souvenirMEETING AND PICKUPPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotelsOptions and Start timeDakar City Tour & Goree Island:08:00 AM, 08:30 AM, 09:00 AM, 09:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:00 PMWHAT TO EXPECT1: Le Monument de la Renaissance AfricaineThe monument, which sits atop a hill surrounded by trash heaps and unfinished homes, depicts a man, woman, and child who are ostensibly meant to be African yet look glaringly like chiseled Soviet caricatures. The statue would not be quite so alarming if it were not for its sheer size, topping out at over 160 feet of bronze nationalism or a little more than half the height of the Statue of Liberty. This makes it the tallest statue in Africa.
But the visit inside the monument is extra charged30 minutes -Admission Ticket Not Included2: Mosque of the DivinityThe Mosque of Divinity, built in 1997, is a mosque located in Ouakam, Senegal. It is a structure with two minarets. The mosque provides a view of the Atlantic Ocean, as the mosque lies near the shore, at the Corniche-Ouest.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Not IncludedSandaga Market (Pass by)Sandaga market was built in 1935. Its architecture reminds the Arabian Sudanese style of Timbuktu in Mali. Its decoration is a mixture of Arabian and African styles with arabesques and geometrical drawings.Presidential Palace (Pass by)The Palace of the Republic, residence of the President of the Republic, is a historic manor located in the Plateau district of Dakar, capital city of Senegal. Built in 1902, the Palace used to be the official residence of the Governor General of French West Africa.3: Marche KermelThe Kermel market is a very beautiful building from 1860 - a beautiful round wrought iron and brick hall of Arabic inspiration - which was ravaged by fire in 1994, and rebuilt identically in 1997, classified as a historical monument. The large clock at the entrance to the market used to ring the closing bell at noon on the dot. At the Kermel market, one can find all the food products and is frequented by Westerners looking for the best products of the city since its creation10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free4: Goree IslandThe island of Gorée lies off the coast of Senegal, opposite Dakar. From the 15th to the 19th century, it was the largest slave-trading centre on the African coast. Ruled in succession by the Portuguese, Dutch, English and French, its architecture is characterized by the contrast between the grim slave-quarters and the elegant houses of the slave traders. Today it continues to serve as a reminder of human exploitation and as a sanctuary for reconciliation.2 hours -Admission Ticket FreeADDITIONAL INFOService animals allowedInfants are required to sit on an adults lapNot recommended for pregnant travelersNot recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular healthTravelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitnessA current valid passport is required on the day of travelPassport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participantsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers in totalCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Full-Day PINK LAKE and FISHING VILLAGE combination
Type: Day Trips and Excursions
Duration: 8 Hours
Full-Day PINK LAKE and FISHING VILLAGE combination
- Type:Day Trips and Excursions
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWVisit Sengegals "Pink Lake," and spend time in a local fishing village with this tour from Dakar. Your English-speaking guide will take you to the fishing village of Kayar, where you'll get the chance to take photos of the colorful fishing boats used by locals. It's then on to saline Lake Retba, where you'll see salt getting harvested, with a stop for a three-course lunch along the way.Get out of town for the day with an English-speaking guideA three-course lunch is included in the price of the tourTravel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehiclePrivate experience for just you and your partyINCLUDESAll Fees and TaxesCommentary on boardLunchknowledgeable English-speaking guideAir-conditioned vehicle4 WD JeepEXCLUDESGratuitiesMEETING AND PICKUPPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotelsOptions and Start timeFull-Day PINK LAKE and FISHING VILLAGE combination :09:00 AMWHAT TO EXPECT1: KayarThis tour can be as flexible as you want it to be.
In the morning, your professional guide will pick you up from a mutually designated meeting point, then you will be headed for a 1-hour drive to the fishing village of KAYAR. You get your very own private air-conditioned vehicle and your professional Guide there every step of the way to give you commentary and answer any question you may have as well. Upon arrival, enjoy the returning of fishermen with their daily catches as well as thousands of beautifully decorated fishing boats lining the shore. Picture opp.Admission Ticket Free2: Lake RetbaThen, proceed to the PINK LAKE and experience how salt diggers harvest the salt from the lake and women in charge of carrying it away and piling it up. Also, enjoy an adventure ride through the sand dunes and along the Ocean. PS: lunch is included with a 3-course meal.Admission Ticket FreeADDITIONAL INFOSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Half Day Dakar City Tour (Minimum 2 Participants)
Type: City Tours
Duration: 8 Hours
Half Day Dakar City Tour (Minimum 2 Participants)
- Type:City Tours
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWDiscover the best of Senegals capital in just a few hours as you embark on a half-day city tour of Dakar. With a private guide, visit several key landmarks including the Presidential Palace, the Grand Mosque of Dakar, several local markets, and the African Renaissance Monument. While you explore, your guide provides context on the rich history and culture of Senegal, so you leave with a well-rounded view.Get a comprehensive overview of Dakars highlightsShop for local products and souvenirs at the Kermel MarketChoose from several tour times to suit your scheduleA private tour means a personalized experienceINCLUDESLocal guideProfessional guideDriver/guideAll activitiesEXCLUDESAlcoholic drinks (available to purchase)Food and drinksLunchMEETING AND PICKUPMeeting pointIbis Styles DakarPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotels, or customers can make their own way to the starting pointOptions and Start timeHalf Day Dakar City Tour (Minimum 2 Participants):08:00 AM, 08:30 AM, 09:00 AM, 09:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PMEnd pointThis activity ends back at the meeting point.Pickup detailsTravelers should be ready at least 15 minutes before departureWHAT TO EXPECT1: Le Monument de la Renaissance Africaine52 meters high and made of copper, the monument represents a man with bulging muscles springing from the crater of one of the Mamelles hills. Shirtless, he carries a child on his left arm while wrapping the other, a woman. It is reached by a large staircase of 198 steps.
The man, the woman and their child will face the sun, symbolizing the opening of the continent to the rest of the world. It is a force of propulsion and attraction in the greatness, stability and sustainability of Africa, explains President Abdoulaye Wade who inaugurated it on April 3, 2010.30 minutes -Admission Ticket Not Included2: The Mosque Of The DivinityThe Mosque of Divinity, built in 1997, is a mosque located in Ouakam, Senegal. It is a structure with two minarets. The mosque provides a view of the Atlantic Ocean, as the mosque lies near the shore, at the Corniche-Ouest.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Not IncludedSandaga Market (Pass by)Sandaga market was built in 1935. Its architecture reminds the Arabian Sudanese style of Timbuktu in Mali. Its decoration is a mixture of Arabian and African styles with arabesques and geometrical drawings.Presidential Palace (Pass by)The Palace of the Republic, residence of the President of the Republic, is a historic manor located in the Plateau district of Dakar, capital city of Senegal. Built in 1902, the Palace used to be the official residence of the Governor General of French West Africa.3: Marche KermelThe Kermel market is a very beautiful building from 1860 - a beautiful round wrought iron and brick hall of Arabic inspiration - which was ravaged by fire in 1994, and rebuilt identically in 1997, classified as a historical monument. The large clock at the entrance to the market used to ring the closing bell at noon on the dot. At the Kermel market, one can find all the food products and is frequented by Westerners looking for the best products of the city since its creation10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free4: The Museum of Black CivilisationsTwo objectives emerge for the museum:
* To create a non-ethnographic museum, that is to say not devoted solely to primitive arts, and not commemorating the slave past of the populations of the continent.
* Show the vitality of the entire African continent through "cultures and civilizations of the black worlds".10 minutes -Admission Ticket Not Included5: Great Mosque of DakarThe Great Mosque of Dakar was built by French and Moroccan architects and was inaugurated in 1964 by the King of Morocco Hassan II who had financed its construction. The height of the minaret is 67 m. Richly decorated, both inside and outside10 minutes -Admission Ticket Not Included6: Marche Artisanal de SoumbediouneCreated in 1961, this village is a good place to get an idea of what the artisans of the country produce. Gathered by professional category, the craftsmen exhibit a wide choice of sculpted works. There are also all types of leather goods (cow, snake, goat, crocodile) and jewelry.15 minutes -Admission Ticket FreeADDITIONAL INFOWheelchair accessibleInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerService animals allowedPublic transportation options are available nearbyInfants are required to sit on an adults lapTransportation options are wheelchair accessibleTravelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitnessA minimum of 02 people per booking is requiredNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers in totalCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Half-Day GOREE Island Tour:The Heritage Tour
Type: Cultural and Heritage Tours
Duration: 8 Hours
Half-Day GOREE Island Tour:The Heritage Tour
- Type:Cultural and Heritage Tours
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWLearn about the history of the slave trade in West Africa from an English-speaking guide by your side on this private tour to Goree Island from Dakar. Your guide will meet you at your hotel and take you to the UNESCO-listed island, where you'll visit the House of Slaves, where enslaved people spent their final days in Africa before boarding ships for the Americas.Visit Goree Island with an English-speaking guideFerry tickets from Dakar are includedAdmission fees to the House of Slaves are includedPrivate tour ensures personal attention from your guideINCLUDESAll Fees and TaxesMy English-speaking guiding servicesAir-conditioned vehicleFerry ticket to GoreeSlave House admission feesEXCLUDESLunchSoda/PopAlcoholic BeveragesMEETING AND PICKUPMeeting pointIndependance marketPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotels, or customers can make their own way to the starting pointOptions and Start timeHalf-Day GOREE Island Tour:The Heritage Tour:09:00 AMEnd pointThis activity ends back at the meeting point.WHAT TO EXPECT1: House of SlavesOne of the most important departure points of the Slaves in West Africa45 minutes -Admission Ticket IncludedADDITIONAL INFONot recommended for travelers with spinal injuriesNot recommended for pregnant travelersNot recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular healthTravelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitnessNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
safari at the bandia reserve
Type: Safaris or Wildlife Parks
Duration: 8 Hours
safari at the bandia reserve
- Type:Safaris or Wildlife Parks
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWAn unforgettable safari in Senegal in the Bandia reserve where with a panoramic 4x4 car you can meet all the large mammals of Africa in 3,500 ha of grandiose nature: giant baobabs, thorny bushes, capricious lianas...INCLUDESvisit tickets ,waterAir-conditioned vehicleMEETING AND PICKUPPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotelsOptions and Start timesafari at the bandia reserve:08:00 AM, 08:30 AMWHAT TO EXPECT1: Reserve De BandiaThe private reserve of Bandia constitutes a small jewel of ecological success by the surprising regeneration of its flora and the reintroduction of large African mammals, sometimes disappeared for centuries, under demographic pressure and poaching. It is located 65 km from Dakar and 15 km from Saly-Portudal (seaside resort on the "small coast") on the main road (N1) going to Mbour3 hours -Admission Ticket IncludedADDITIONAL INFOWheelchair accessibleInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerService animals allowedPublic transportation options are available nearbySpecialized infant seats are availableTransportation options are wheelchair accessibleAll areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessibleNot recommended for travelers with spinal injuriesNot recommended for pregnant travelersSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Dakar: Point of Interest Map