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Learn 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.
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Half-Day GOREE Island Tour:The Heritage Tour
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Visit Dakar like a local with your guide, Malou-P, a singer-writer during the night and a guide during the day. With his simple, sociable and teasing nature, Malou-P is a Senegalese proud of his culture, his country and his language. On the back of his vespa or in his car if you feel more comfortable, discover the life in the streets of working-class neighborhoods and interact with the people who live in Dakar. In complete safety with Malou, regular Touba coffee stops and laughter guaranteed! A friendly stroll to get to know Dakar's neighborhoods better and exchange about Senegalese culture, beliefs and the hard reality of the working market for the young people, whether you're just passing through or have lived here for several years!
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Full Day Private Tour in Dakar: move, eat, act like a local
7 to 9 hours
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Discover the best of Senegal’s capital, without worrying about navigating or doing hours of research, on this half-day tour of Dakar. Join a small group and 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.
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Half Day Dakar City Tour (Minimum 2 Participants)
3 to 4 hours
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This tour is all about Cultural historical exchange with local people. Historical sites monuments Markets beautiful streets. Lot of information from your local guide. Many places in Dakar you will come out of the car walk around with your guide take photos talk to local people. Goree island tour all Is walking no vehicle on island, lot of stories colonial buildings French and Portuguese architecture beautiful Street
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Full Day Small Group Historical Tour at Dakar and Goree Island
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Not 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.
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Day trip Goree island and Dakar city tour
7 to 8 hours
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This 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 You’ll love the visit learn more about Africa and its people. Better understanding of Africa throughout the exhibitions window of The continent.
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Dakar Museums and Monument de la Renaissance in a half day
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This tour will give you a chance to discover the most important museums in Dakar city. With our accredited tour guide you will learn more about the African arts history and contemprary artworks.In a short time you will enjoy a sightseeing city tour of Dakar while exploring Africa's rich cultures and arts worldwide.
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Half Day Dakar Museums Tour and Local Markets
4 hours 30 minutes
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This eight-day private tour makes it easy to see a wide variety of amazing sites in Senegal and the Gambia, from palaces, mosques, and cathedrals to natural landscapes. You’ll see Senegal’s famous pink lake, ride a camel into the Lompoul desert, and visit a lion reserve, among other unforgettable experiences. This tour includes several meals and five nights of accommodation, as well as convenient pickup from anywhere in Dakar.
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Senegal and Gambia 8 days 7 nights trip. Minimum 2 people
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Private and customizable tour with an expert Spanish-speaking guide in Dakar. Discover the real city beyond the tourist trails: the historic Independence Square, the textile and craft markets, and the authentic pulse of the Senegalese capital. Transfer included to and from your hotel in Dakar or from the agreed meeting point. Book your excursions and tours with the only Spanish DMC in Senegal. Important: The Slave House is closed on Mondays.
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Dakar and Gorée Island — a full day discovering the capital
7 hours 30 minutes
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THE circuit is unique in the sense that you can make a visit to the Gorée Lac Rose island at the same time. In short, you will have a stay wonderful and unforgettable in Senegal
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Gorée Island and Pink Lake Day
6 to 8 hours
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We are a local company who love to share out beautiful country Senegal the land of Teranga Which mean in woloff land of hospitality. 3 days trip with different experience nature historiens local villages. Thank you for booking with us.
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Saint Louis with Lompoul Desert 2 nights 3 days private tour
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Explore highlights of Senegal with this private seven-day tour. Soak up Dakar's cosmopolitan atmosphere and visit landmarks including the Presidential Palace and railway station. Marvel at Lake Retba's pink and purple hues and enjoy a horse carriage tour of vibrant Saint Louis. See wildlife at Bandia Reserve and visit Delta du Saloum National Park with skip-the-line access and hotel pickup included.
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7 Days in Senegal Private Tour package
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Explore the magic of the Saloum Delta in Senegal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Immerse yourself in a sensory adventure with a gastronomic discovery of local flavors. Let yourself be lulled by a leisurely canoe ride through the meanders of this natural gem. Immerse yourself in the cultural richness and unique biodiversity of the region. Between lush mangroves and picturesque villages, every moment offers an unforgettable experience. This escapade in the heart of the Saloum Delta promises a perfect fusion of exploration, culinary delights and aquatic serenity. Embark on an authentic adventure in this preserved corner of Senegal.
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Private and Guided Excursion to the Kingdom of Sine and Saloum
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Dakar can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors, but exploring with a local guide transforms your experience. This private, customized walking tour begins with your guide contacting you beforehand to understand your interests, ensuring you visit the places that matter most to you. As you discover the city’s vibrant streets and cultural highlights, your guide shares insights into daily life, offering a clearer picture of Dakar’s rich heritage. This is a personalized walking tour where you will explore the exterior of key monuments, including museums. However, if you would like to include a museum visit, we can arrange a customized experience—just let us know in advance. Perfect for families, solo travelers, and couples, this tour provides deeper connection, expert knowledge, and a local perspective you wouldn’t get on your own. Explore Dakar with confidence and discover its hidden gems with a local expert by your side.
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Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Dakar
2 to 8 hours
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Gorée Island is one of Senegal’s most important historic sites, especially in the context of the Transatlantic Slave Trade. Visit this UNESCO-listed island without worrying about sorting out transportation with a private excursion that includes hotel pickup and drop-off. Spend plenty of time exploring the island and its top attractions before returning to your hotel via boat and car.
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Visit to the Island of Gorée
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Senegal has a lot to offer, but sorting out logistics independently can be very challenging. This tour makes visiting the country beyond Dakar easy, with a fully planned itinerary that hits up highlights such as the Fathala Wildlife Reserve and pink-hued Lake Retba, along with accommodation and private transportation so that you can get around with ease.
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Senegal private tour 7 days 6 nights-minimum 2 people to book it
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Explore the heart of Dakar and its main sights on this day tour. The first harf day will be for the black civilization museum, Independence Square, the cathedral church, the seaside overlookinthe Goree Island, and Kermel Market. One hour will be spent moving through these places. (on demand), we will make time for lunch in a traditional restaurant at "la pointe des Almadies "also known for seafood for 40 minutes. The second half of the day will be spent experiencing the monument of the African Renaissance, the mosque of divinity. On demand, we will spend 1 hour for textile and handcraft shopping. Your tour ends with a drop-off back at your hotel.
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Day tour in Dakar museum and monument
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Discover Dakar differently! Authentic scooter tour (time saving). An original and immersive way to explore the city and its surroundings. Child of Gorée Island, and knowing all the nooks and crannies of the island where I live, I will make you discover with authenticity this place of memory
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Dakar Gorée scooter immersion between sea faith and daily life
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Go on an unforgettable day exploring the history and wonders of Gorée and Lac Rose! Immerse yourself in the poignant past of Gorée Island, a place full of emotions and cultural history, while admiring its exceptional colonial architecture. After this rewarding tour, head to the famous Rose Lake. Although its waters are not currently dewy, you will be fascinated by the traditional salt harvest and live a unique adventure: a 4x4 ride through the dunes and along the beach. An excursion combining culture, history and thrills not to be missed! PS: Passport required for this day.
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Gorée Island - Pink Lake excursion 2 persons minimum
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Discover Île DE Gorée, one DE Senegal’s most emblematic sites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On this excursion, you will pass through its colourful streets, colonial houses and peaceful atmosphere, far DE Dakar’s bustle. You will visit the famous House DE Slaves, a place full of history and emotions, where the “Door of No Return” recalls the painful past of the slave trade. Your Guide will explain the history DE the island, its role, traditions and culture. You will also discover the workshops of local artists, the panoramic points DE view and the gentle DE vivre that makes DE Gorée unique. This excursion combines memory, discovery and authenticity, offering travelers a unique, deep and unmissable experience during a stay in Senegal.
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Excursion Gorée
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The visit to Dakar is unique in the sense that during a visit to the island of Gorée, you meet an appointment with the history of humanity. The island of Gorée was for four centuries the place of dispatch of slaves for Europe and America. You will explore one of the slave houses used as a museum with its "famous return door". From the island of Gorée, 15 to 20 million slaves will be shipped to the New World. This unique island has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1978. Beyond, you will explore Dakar, the former capital of the colonies of French West Africa. presidential house, which was the residence of the former French governor, the place of independence, the Sandaga market, the place of the obelisk, the monument of the African Renaissance, the mosque deity. And a visit to the old districts of Dakar will give you a true portrait of Africa.
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Full day: City tour of Dakar and Gorée Island
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The island’s colonial-style houses, adorned with wrought-iron balconies and draped in lush bougainvillea, evoke a tranquil Mediterranean charm. Despite its quiet beauty, Gorée remains the most popular destination for international tourists and locals alike. The island is most famous for the Maison des Esclaves (House of Slaves), a historic building preserved as a museum and poignant memorial to the Atlantic slave trade. Visitors can walk through the cramped cells where men, women, and children were held before their forced journey across the ocean. The most haunting feature is the "Door of No Return"—a narrow stone portal opening directly onto the Atlantic, symbolizing the final glimpse millions of Africans had of their homeland before being transported into a life of servitude. The museum's collections offer us a window into the evolution of the human species and the complexity of ancient societies. The art pieces on exhibit reveal the exceptional craftsmanship of our ancestors.
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Sensafari Goree island and Black civilisation museum
2 to 4 hours
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Best places to visit in Dakar city Senegalese capital. This tour will allow you to learn about the Senegalese culture and History friendly people. Monuments, beautiful streets, local market, museum.
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Dakar Senegalese Culture and History 4 Hour Tour
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This tour you will explore the best places and things round Dakar city. This is a local guiding service with more than 12 years experience and i love to share my experience to the visitors with this beautiful country especially the capital Dakar City
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Dakar capital of Senegal tour
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