From $1645
4 days
Unlimited
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Experience the heart and soul of Senegal on this unforgettable journey that blends history, culture, and nature. Begin in Dakar, where the vibrant energy of the city sets the tone for your adventure. A short ferry ride takes you to Goree Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site steeped in history. Wander its narrow streets, visit the Slave House, and hear powerful stories that bring its past to life. Back in Dakar, stand in awe of the towering African Renaissance Monument and explore the Museum of Black Civilization, celebrating the continent’s rich heritage.
Just outside the city, discover the natural wonder of Pink Lake. Its surreal color, created by salt and microorganisms, makes for an incredible sight. Meet the salt harvesters who work its shores, and for an adrenaline boost, take a quad bike ride across the sand dunes.
Next, venture into the Bandia Game Reserve, a haven for wildlife and a must-visit for nature lovers. Go on a safari and witness giraffes, rhinos, zebras, antelopes, and a variety of vibrant bird species in their natural habitat. Stop at the crocodile pool to see animals gathering by the water and soak in the beauty of this conservation paradise.
Wrap up your journey in Saly, a serene coastal retreat where you can relax by the beach or explore the nearby Lagoon of Somone. Whether you choose to take a tranquil boat ride or simply bask in the peaceful surroundings, this is the perfect way to end your adventure.
With its mix of history, culture, and wildlife, this Senegal tour package is crafted for travelers who want more than just a vacation—it’s an opportunity to connect with the heart of West Africa.
Upon arrival at the Blaise Diagne International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel. Relax and unwind for the rest of the day.
Hotel: Le Ndiambour
After breakfast, we depart the hotel to the Gare Maritime Port where we go on a 20 minutes sail on a ferry to Goree Island. The tour includes a visit infamous slave house, the ethnographic museum and a briefing by the curator on the history of the Goree, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wander through the narrow streets to explore this historical island. In the afternoon, we cruise back to Dakar and go on a short city tour including the Renaissance Monument and the Museum of Black civilization. We return to the hotel. This evening dinner in a local restaurant for a taste of authentic Senegalese cuisine.
Hotel: Le Ndiambour
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
After a well deserved breakfast, check out and depart to Bandia game reserve. WE stop to visit Pink Lake, a rare natural phenomenon caused by a unique combination of microorganism and high concentration of salts which gives the lake its unique pink color. Interact with the salt harvesters. Get on quad bikes and enjoy adventures in the sand dunes. After lunch we continue to Bandia National Park, an ecological jewel not far from Dakar. Bandia Game Reserve is located in a 3500-hectare wide conservation area.
Embark on an unforgettable safari where you will encounter numerous native animal species of Senegal. Look out for buffalos, antelopes, impala gazelles, monkeys, tortoises, and crocodiles. Additionally, you may spot white rhinoceros, kudu, elands, cape moose, giraffes, ostriches, and zebras. Stop by the crocodile pool, where animals gather to drink and buffalos wallow in the mud. Keep an eye out for various bird species including small hornbills, grey herons, eagles, blackbirds, and kingfishers during your adventure. Continue to Saly for overnight.
Hotel: Palm Beach
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy your last day at leisure, or if time permits based on your flight schedule, embark on a boat trip at the Lagoon of Somone. Your airport transfer will be arranged 3 hours before your onward flight.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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