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Adventure In Senegal

8 Days 7 Nights
  • Hard
  • 3 Star Hotel
  • Ndiass, Senegal
  • January - April
  • Guided
  • Included
  • English, French
  • Included
  • Sedan, Minibus, 4x4

Overview


Embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure through Senegal, blending vibrant culture, natural beauty, and coastal relaxation. From the bustling streets of Dakar and the historic Gorée Island to the scenic waterfalls and villages of Kédougou, this journey captures the true essence of West Africa. End your trip unwinding at Saly’s golden beaches after days of discovery, encounters, and exploration.

Tour Highlights

  • Discover Dakar’s landmarks: Renaissance Monument, Independence Square, and Sandaga Market.
  • Step into history on Gorée Island, a UNESCO site echoing stories of the slave trade.
  • Journey east to Kédougou, home to the Bedik and Fulani tribes, majestic rock formations, and Dindefelo Waterfall.
  • Experience authentic village life and local hospitality.
  • Relax by the Atlantic coast in Saly, Senegal’s premier beach destination.
  • Enjoy a perfect balance of culture, nature, and seaside serenity.

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 - Goree

    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 Castel monument, the colorful streets,
    steeped in Senegal's colonial history.
    Return to Dakar at the end of the day, dinner in a local restaurant
    Full day full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

  • Day
    03

    Dakar - Kedougou

    Very early departure for the bus company which connects Dakar to Eastern Senegal.
    Bring biscuits for the journey which lasts on average 12 hours.
    A short stop will also be made for lunch.
    Arrival at the end of the day in Kédougou, and transfer by 4x4 to the Hôtel le Bedik or similar.
    Dinner at the hotel.
    Half-board day* (dinner only, breakfast and lunch at your expense)

  • Day
    04

    Visit to the Bedik Villages

    The Bédiks are located in eastern Senegal, bordering Guinea. They are one of the smallest minorities (about 1% of the population). Most Dik villages are located at altitude.
    After breakfast, departure to Andjiel that you will expect with a medium height difference, and some meetings with the populations of the village. In the afternoon, climb for an hour to the village Bédik of Ethiowar perched on the heights. Meeting with the last inhabitants and the beautiful view of the whole valley.
    NB: During the season from June to December, the visit of the second bedik village may be replaced by the visit of a waterfall in the Fongolimbi area.
    Full day full board (breakfast, local lunch and dinner)

  • Day
    05

    Dande - Dindefelo

    After breakfast, visit the Fulani village of Dandé. You will visit the Teeth of Dandé, superb rock formations on the plateau which offer one of the best panoramic views of the landscape, the source of the waterfall and the village cave, an enormous and magnificent cavern cut into the rock in the 19th century.
    In the afternoon, visit the Dindefelo waterfall. You can enjoy a free moment and swim in the beautiful waterfall swimming pool before returning to Kédougou at the end of the day.
    Full day full board (breakfast, lunch with locals and dinner)

  • Day
    06

    Kedougou - Dakar

    Early departure for Dakar aboard local company buses.
    Stop for lunch on the road. Arrival in Dakar at the end of the day, transfer to the Ganale
    Hotel or similar.
    Half-board day* (dinner only, breakfast and lunch at your expense)

  • Day
    07

    Saly (Free Day)

    Departure in the morning for the seaside resort of Saly. Installation at the Royam Hotel or similar. Free day at the hotel. Lunch and dinner at the hotel.
    Full day full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

  • Day
    08

    Saly - Airport

    It's departure day. Take advantage of a free morning to go out and do your last shopping.
    Transfer to Diass airport.
    Half-board day (breakfast and lunch included, dinner at your expense)

Cost Inclusions

  • The airport shuttle Return and return
  • Transport by air-conditioned sedan or minibus for routes outside Kédougou
  • Transport in non-air-conditioned 4x4 for Eastern Senegal
  • Transport by air-conditioned local bus company for the Dakar - Kédougou route.
  • Accommodation in the mentioned hotels, Double / Twin room basis
  • Hotel Ganalé, Hotel Le Bédik, 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
  • 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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