Top Senegal City Tours

Spend 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 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!

Discover 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.

Meet your Guide at the TER station, in the heart of the city centre. Hop aboard the coach and start exploring the historic district with a first stop at the Kermel Point of Sale. You will also have access to the Grand Cathedral forecourt for a short walking tour. Continue on to Soumbedioune, the iconic fishing district, where you will also discover an Artisanal Point of Sale rich in local creations. Take the road along the ledge and admire the ocean view until you reach the famous Mosque of the Deity. Continue to the heights of the city to discover the imposing Renaissance Monument. Please note that the order of the stages can be changed depending on traffic conditions, events or local constraints. The tour ends most often at the Renaissance Monument, a return to the TER station is also planned.

Explore bustling Dakar on this jam-packed tour perfect for those on a tight schedule. Travel to the heart of downtown Dakar and marvel at the French colonial architecture of Place de l’independance. Visit significant cultural monuments and see places of religious importance such as the Grand Mosque of Dakar. Meander through the vast Market Soumbedioune and haggle for a bargain among the arts and crafts.

Discover the vibrant energy of Dakar and the powerful history of Gorée Island on this well-paced 7-hour experience combining culture, history, and coastal views. Your journey begins with a scenic drive along Dakar’s Corniche, where the city meets the Atlantic Ocean. Along the way, you’ll stop at iconic landmarks including the African Renaissance Monument and the Mosquée de la Divinité, offering great photo opportunities and insight into the city. You’ll then take a short ferry to Gorée Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its beauty and history. Walk through quiet streets and visit the House of Slaves to learn about the transatlantic slave trade. Unlike shorter tours, this experience includes free time to relax, explore local art, or enjoy lunch by the sea. This tour is designed for travelers who want a complete introduction to Dakar without feeling rushed, with all logistics handled for a smooth experience.

The 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 Dakar’s dark past on a tour of Goree Island, including the House of Slaves.

This tours is unique in the sense that I select the main sites not far from Dakar.in 8 days. My passion for Tourism is part of who I am. I offer visitors the opportunity to take a journey back in time in the life of our differents cities. But I will also provide them with a view and experience of Senegal that only Locals would know. So, it is my absolute pleasure to show off these beautiful places and tell stories related to them which make History come alive. I am very much looking forward to showing everything this beautiful country has to offer.

This 8-day itinerary will make you discover the beauty of African cultural houses, the natural treasures of Casamance, meet the Serer people of the Saloum Delta and the landmarks of Dakar, its monuments and museums.

Discover Dakar at its best with our Dakar City Tour, a must-see experience for all travelers arriving in Senegal and immerse yourself in the excitement of the Senegalese capital. Start your adventure with a visit to the Monument de la Renaissance and the majestic Mosque of the Divinity, then explore the bustling markets like the Sandaga Market, where local colors and flavors will enchant you. Admire iconic monuments such as the Place de l’Indépendance. Live a memorable adventure filled with cultural and historical discoveries.

Experience the historic charm of Saint-Louis, also known as the "Venice of Africa". This 5-6 hour tour combines a relaxed carriage ride through the UNESCO-protected center and a scenic pirogen ride around the island and Langue de Barbarie. Enjoy the colonial streets with their colorful facades and discover the Great Mosque of Saint-Louis (the only one in the world with a tower clock) and the first Catholic cathedral in Africa. After a traditional lunch recommended by your guide, glide on the water and experience the harmony of city, river and ocean. Carriage ride through the historic centre of Saint-Louis Traditional lunch with Senegalese cuisine (not included) Pirogenfahrt for a new perspective on the city and nature

Gorée island is world heritage site classified by the UNESCO. In other words ,this famous island was very active in slave trade ,and will from 1536 to 1848 ,year of the abolition of slavery ,the main transit center ,where 15 to 20 slaves will be shipped for the America's. Slavery will first start on the island practiced by the Portuguese in 1536 .On Gorée island ,we will open a chapter of the history of mankind with the visit of THE SLAVES HOUSE and its famous "DOOR OF NO RETURN",which was the last link of the slave with the Motherland or Africa .Here you learn how Black people were abused,downgraded,brutalized by the slaves merchants ,and their collaborators for nearly 4 centuries .You will also see the 1830 French church ,the former French strongholds ,the birth house of the first black deputy at the french Parliament, the French governor's residence.In short you will learn a lot about the country's history, slavery, colonization and so on .

Combine a tour of Senegal’s' 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.

The Lac Rose is one of Senegal’s most stunning natural wonders—a bright pink saltwater lake that takes its color from a unique bacteria. On this tour, enjoy spectacular views of the lake, visit one of the lakeside salt farms, and stop at regional attractions including the Noflaye Tortoise Park and a village belonging to the Fulani people.