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8 Days in Senegal

8 Days 7 Nights
  • Easy
  • 3 Star
  • Ndiass, Senegal
  • November - May
  • Guided
  • Included
  • English, French
  • Daily Meals
  • Available

Overview

Experience the vibrant soul of Senegal on this unforgettable journey from Dakar to Saint-Louis, Lompoul, and Saly. Discover Senegal’s blend of history, culture, and natural beauty — from the emotional visit to Gorée Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to the colonial charm of Saint-Louis and the golden dunes of the Lompoul Desert. Cruise through the serene mangroves of Sine-Saloum, enjoy relaxing beach days in Saly, and savor authentic Senegalese cuisine. This tour perfectly balances culture, adventure, and relaxation in one of West Africa’s most captivating destinations.

Tour Highlights

  • Explore Dakar, visiting the African Renaissance Monument, Mosque of the Divinity, and lively city markets.
  • Take a moving tour of Gorée Island, once a key point in the transatlantic slave trade.
  • Discover Saint-Louis, Senegal’s first colonial capital, on a charming horse-drawn carriage ride.
  • Experience the magic of the Lompoul Desert, with camel rides and sunset views over golden dunes.
  • Unwind in Saly Portudal, Senegal’s top beach destination, with free leisure days.
  • Cruise through the Sine-Saloum Delta mangroves and visit Mar Lodj Island for a day of nature and relaxation.

Itinerary

  • Day
    01

    Airport - Dakar

    After being welcomed by our local teams, transfer to your hotel in Dakar. End of day free.
    Dinner in a local restaurant.
    Overnight at the Ganalé Hotel or similar

  • Day
    02

    Dakar City Tour

    Departing from your hotel, your tour of Dakar begins with a visit to the emblematic
    Renaissance monument, from where you can admire a breathtaking view of the Dakar
    peninsula (entrance to the museum not included).
    Then continue to the Mosque of the Divinity, which you can admire from the outside, as well
    as its fishing port located just nearby.
    Then, the tour continues to the Plateau where stops will be planned on the eastern corniche
    (a view of the facade overlooking the beach of Anse Bernard and the island of Gorée), and
    by car passing in front of the Cathedral, the palace presidential, Independence Square,
    Dakar Station, Sandaga market.
    End this tour with a visit to the island of Gorée, which you reach after a short ferry crossing.
    Explore Gorée passing by the slave house, the Castle monument, the colorful streets,
    steeped in Senegal's colonial history.
    Return to Dakar at the end of the day

  • Day
    03

    Dakar - Saint Louis

    After breakfast, take the road towards Saint Louis. On your arrival, a carriage ride will allow
    you to visit the old colonial city passing through the Langue de Barbarie. Lunch in a local
    restaurant, then departure for the Mermoz hotel or similar at the end of the day.

  • Day
    04

    Saint Louis - Lompoul

    Free morning (relaxation at Langue de Barbarie beach).
    After lunch at the hotel, departure for the Lompoul desert at the end of the day.
    Installation at the Lompoul Ecolodge or similar. On your arrival, a camel ride will allow you to
    admire a magnificent sunset in the heart of the dunes.

  • Day
    05

    Saly

    After breakfast, enjoy a sunrise in the heart of the dunes. Then departure for Saly Portudal, a
    famous seaside resort in Senegal. Installation at the Royam Hotel or similar. End of free day
    at the Hotel (relaxation, swimming pool - beach).

  • Day
    06

    Sine Saloum Day

    Direction of the Sine Saloum region. Departing from the Ndangane pier, board a canoe to
    immerse yourself in the beautiful mangroves of the Saloum Delta.
    After a beautiful stroll, you will land on the island of Mar Lodj to enjoy an aperitif, with your
    feet in the water, enjoying activities such as canoeing or paddle boarding.
    Return to the hotel at the end of the day.

  • Day
    07

    Saly (Free Day)

    Free time at the hotel. Free lunch and dinner

  • Day
    08

    Departure

    It's departure day. Take advantage of a free morning to go out and do your last shopping.
    Transfer to airport.

Cost Includes

  • The airport shuttle Return and return
  • Transportation by air-conditioned sedan or minibus
  • Accommodation in the mentioned hotels, Double / Twin room basis
  • Hotel Ganalé, Hotel Mermoz, Ecolodge de Lompoul, Hotel Royam or similar
  • The tourist tax
  • Full board catering* (except at your expense)
  • Activities mentioned in the program
  • A French-speaking guide/accompanist
  • Assistance 6 days a week during the circuit by our local teams

Cost Excludes

  • International plane ticket to Dakar
  • Visas
  • The drinks
  • Extras and tips
  • Travel insurance (optional)
  • Activities not mentioned in the program
  • Meals marked “at your expense”

Elidel Travel & Tour is a registered travel agency in Ghana dedicated to creating unforgettable travel experiences. We provide tailor-made journeys that reflect the unique needs and preferences of our clients, offer great value, and build lasting relationships. We offer diverse tour offerings ranging from cultural immersion to adventure and wildlife exploration.

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