Top Dakar Day Trips

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.

Combine 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.

The Sine Saloum Delta, a World Heritage Site, is a jewel of Senegal because of its breathtaking nature. The passage to the island with shells will make you discover the particularity of this island nestled in a city of history. A unique and exceptional experience, this excursion is one of the lighthouses in Senegal tourist that the country offers.

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.

Experience two of Senegal's most remarkable natural attractions in a single day by combining an exciting safari at Bandia Wildlife Reserve with a relaxing visit to the beautiful Somone Lagoon Nature Reserve. Begin your adventure at Bandia Wildlife Reserve, Senegal's premier private game reserve, where you'll travel in a safari vehicle to observe iconic African wildlife, including giraffes, white rhinos, zebras, buffaloes, antelopes, ostriches, monkeys, crocodiles, and more than 120 bird species. Accompanied by an experienced local guide. Your journey continues to the Somone Lagoon Nature Reserve, a peaceful sanctuary renowned for its rich biodiversity, mangrove forests, and exceptional birdlife. Perfect for families, couples, photographers, birdwatchers, nature enthusiasts, and first-time visitors to Senegal, this tour offers an unforgettable combination of safari excitement and coastal serenity, making it one of the country's most complete and rewarding day trips.

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

Explore the vibrant culture and stunning landscapes of Senegal with SENEXPAT's transportation solutions. Travelers can enjoy seamless transfers to iconic locations, such as the colorful markets of Dakar or the historic sites of Gorée Island. Each journey is an invitation to engage with the local culture, making memories that go beyond mere sightseeing. With a commitment to safety and reliability, SENEXPAT ensures that every trip is not just a transfer but an authentic experience of Senegal's rich heritage. - Safe and reliable transportation to major attractions - Personalized service tailored for both expats and locals - Opportunities for cultural immersion along the journey - Established in 2018, with a focus on authentic experiences

This tour offers a unique adventure through the Bandia Safari Reserve and the pink lake, where you’ll experience wildlife encounters and the beauty of Senegal’s natural landscapes. Minimum individuals for this tour is 2 people. If by the time of the tour there are not enough individuals who have booked this tour unfortuently, you will be asked to cancel the tour.

Discover the perfect destination for wildlife enthusiasts with exciting activities: *Lion Stroll* - A unique experience to get up close and personal with these majestic felines, observing their environment and behavior. *Safari* - Explore the world of iconic animals from the safety of our secured vehicle, guided by experienced professionals. Get ready for an unforgettable ride as the animals might even come close to make your experience even more special!

A Description: This tour to Bandia reserve and Somone Lagune will give you a chance to watch the wildlife closely in an eco friendly nature and boat riding into the dense mangrove for bird watching.Be prepared with camera as you will have a nature watching one can swimming,relaxing,eating it is a great spot for fresh seafood being a wonderful experience.

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

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.

One of the best day Trip from Dakar. A private tour to Lac Rose. An hour drive lac rose. Have a boat ride in the lake to see how people harvesting salt. Take photos and walk around and enjoy. After you can choose between an ride ATV or sand dunes jeep tour included in the price. Enjoy your lunch after this. Returning back to Dakar we will drop back to your place.

Visit Sengegal’s "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.

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.

Discover the famous Bandia Reserve on an unforgettable excursion Check-out from your Inn. Enjoy a guided safari to observe wildlife such as giraffes, rhinos, zebras, antelope and many others in their natural habitat. This experience combines adventure, nature and cultural discovery with sacred baobab trees and local history. Comfortable transportation, Professional Guide and personalized assistance included for a serene experience.

The twin villages of Joal-Fadiouth are located approximately 110km south of Dakar, at the terminus of the coastal road. Joal, the birthplace of Senegal’s first president, Léopold Sédar Senghor, sits on the mainland. In contrast, Fadiouth is a small island accessible only by a long wooden bridge. Remarkably, the island is composed entirely of oyster and clam shells deposited over centuries; these shells line the narrow maze of streets and are even embedded into the walls of the houses. The community is renowned for its religious tolerance, where Christians and Muslims live in perfect harmony. This is reflected in the town's architecture, where shrines to the Virgin Mary and a large church stand alongside an equally prominent mosque. A second wooden bridge leads to a massive, ancient shell mound that serves as a shared cemetery for both faiths—a final, peaceful testament to the village's spirit of unity.

You don’t 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.

This 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 .

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.

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.

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 .

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