Best of Senegal

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$4239

Best of Senegal

8 Days Starting and ending in Darkar,Senegal

Visiting: Dakar, Saint Louis, Touba, Joal Fadiout, Bandia, Saly

Tour operator:

Continent Tours

Tour code:

BOSS08

Recommended For:

Family-Kids

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 10

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

10-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English , French

Trip Styles:

Luxury, Small Group

From: $4450 $4239 Travel Club discount: -$211

NB: Prices correct on 22-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Take in the fascinating history and culture of Senegal on this tour. On this tour you will explore the hustle and bustle of Dakar before you travel to Goree Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will also visit the rare natural phenomenon known as Pink Lake and take a safari to view Senegal's exotic wildlife.

Highlights

UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Tilen Market
Dakar’s grand Mosque
The Presidential Palace
Djoudj National Bird Park
Pink Lake

Places You'll See

Pink Lake

Bandia Park In Senegal

Dakar - Museum Of Black Civilization.

Pink Lake

Bandia Park In Senegal

Dakar - Museum Of Black Civilization.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival In Dakar

Location: Dakar

Accommodation: Hotel

Upon arrival at Blaise Diagne International Airport, proceed through immigration formalities, claim your luggage, and clear customs. You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Today’s activities will be determined by your arrival time. You may choose to relax and unwind or start a tour of Dakar and its vicinity.

Meal(s) Included: None

Hotel: Azalai

Day 2 : Dakar – Goree Island – Dakar

Location: Dakar

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, we depart the hotel for the Gare Maritime Port, where we will take a 20-minute ferry ride to Goree Island. The tour includes a visit to the ethnographic museum and a lecture by the curator on the history of Goree, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the afternoon, we return to Dakar for a city tour. We will visit the colorful markets, including Tilen Market, famous for its variety of medicinal herbs and traditional healers. We will also stop by Dakar’s Grand Mosque, the Presidential Palace, and the Artisans Market. After the tour, we return to the hotel. The rest of the evening is at your leisure.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Overnight at Azalai

Day 3 : Dakar – Pink Lake – St Louis

Location: Saint Louis

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, we depart for Saint Louis, located in the north of Senegal. Saint Louis is West Africa’s first French settlement and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. En route, we will visit Pink Lake, a rare natural phenomenon caused by a unique combination of microorganisms and a high concentration of salts that give the lake its unique pink color. Interact with the women harvesting salt and visit the nearby Fulani village, where you may be welcomed by the Chief.

Continue to Saint Louis, Senegal’s former colonial capital, situated in the middle of the Senegal River. In the early evening, embark on a cultural and historical tour of Saint Louis. Explore the narrow streets flanked by multi-colored houses with carved wooden balconies and verandas, and stop by the vibrant fishing village of Guet Ndar.

After the tour, settle into your accommodations and enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure.

Meal(s) Included : Breakfast, Dinner

Overnight at La Residence

Day 4 : Saint Louis – Djoudj – Saint Louis

Location: Saint Louis

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After a refreshing night and a sumptuous breakfast, we will visit the Djoudj National Bird Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most important bird sanctuaries in the world. Situated on a major palearctic migratory route, this park is a paradise for bird enthusiasts. Some of the world’s greatest concentrations of white pelicans and flamingos can be seen here, with up to 10,000 species present.

Enjoy a pirogue ride to get a better view of the many species of cormorants, pelicans, ducks, flamingos, various songbirds, and more. You may also spot crocodiles, boas, boars, and other wildlife.

After the visit, complete your city tour of Saint Louis. The best months to visit this national park are from October to April.

Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner

Overnight at La Residence

Day 5 : Saint Louis – Touba – Delta Du Saloum

Location: Touba

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, we travel to the Sine Saloum Delta, a stunning nature reserve. On the way, we will stop to visit Touba, the holy city of the Mouride Brotherhood, and its magnificent mosque. Continue to Ndangane, where you will enjoy a picturesque pirogue cruise through the mangrove forest. After the cruise, transfer to your hotel for check-in and overnight stay.

Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner

Overnight at Ecolodge Palmarin

Day 6 : Delta Saloum – Joal Fadiouth – Mbour – Saly

Location: Joal Fadiout

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, we will depart for Joal Fadiouth, visiting the thousand-year-old Baobab tree of Fadial along the way. Continue to Joal, known as the birthplace of Senegal’s first President, Leopold Senghor.

Explore the island of Fadiouth and its market, where you can observe the lively daily activities of this traditional Serrere village. Visit the cathedral, the sacred Baobab tree, and the famous cemetery where Muslims, Christians, and Animists are buried side by side.

Proceed to Saly Beach Resort, with stops at small villages along the way. Arrive in time to enjoy the beach before nightfall.

Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner

Overnight at Royam Saly

Day 7 : Saly – Bandia – Saly

Location: Bandia

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning, we travel to Bandia National Park, an ecological jewel not far from Dakar. Located in a 3,500-hectare conservation area, Bandia Game Reserve offers an unforgettable safari experience. Here, you will see numerous animal species native to Senegal, including buffalos, antelopes, impala gazelles, monkeys, tortoises, and crocodiles, as well as white rhinoceros, kudu, elands, cape moose, giraffes, ostriches, and zebras.

Stop by the crocodile pool, where animals come to drink and buffalos wallow in the mud. You will also see numerous bird species, including small hornbills, grey herons, eagles, blackbirds, and kingfishers. Bandia Wildlife Reserve has succeeded in reintroducing much of the marvelous native flora and fauna unique to West Africa, which had gradually disappeared due to demographic pressure and poaching.

A cultural experience you won't want to miss is discovering the tombs for revered Griots created under some of the Baobab trees. Griots, formerly regarded as outcasts, were storytellers, drummers, and singers who were often buried inside the hollow of these Baobabs.

After lunch, return to Saly Beach Resort to enjoy the hotel’s amenities.

Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner

Overnight at Royam Saly

Day 8 : Saly – Depart

Location: Saly

Meals Included: Breakfast

With the assistance of your driver and guide, decide on your excursions and activities for the day. Enjoy the remaining time exploring or relaxing before being transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

Meals included: Breakfast

What's Included

1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
Accommodation
Airport Transfers at Destination
Entrance Fees
Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
Fully Guided
7 Breakfasts
5 Dinners
Meeting and assistance on arrival and departure

What's Not Included

Country Entry Visas
International Travel
Tipping and Gratuities
Flights

Check out our Q&As

Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

No
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes
Are flights included in this tour?

No
Measures to ensure our customers and employees safety Post COVID-19

-Working with Hotels that are strictly adhering to the Health Protocols -Disinfecting of & observing social distancing in our vehicles -Guides required to regularly wash hands -Face masks required for guides in public areas -Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival -Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes

Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

Yes
What is the maximum group size?

10
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Yes
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Yes
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

Yes

Reviews of this operator

Amarachi Agah (Google Reviewer)

Continent Tours runs a highly...

25-Aug-2022

Continent Tours runs a highly professional organization. From the pick up at the airport to the hotels choices, and consideration for their clients is superb. And also , it was the genius of the itinerary, coupled with their two passionate professional. That put this trip into the A plus category. What a wonderful and beautiful experience!

Claudia Mondesire (Google Reviewer)

The tours were amazing! It...

14-Oct-2023

The tours were amazing! It was my first visit to Ghana and I will never forget it! Our tour guide Naa and our driver Martin we're phenomenal! I was there from Oct 3-Oct 12, 2023 Claudia Mondesire

Lizylisa P (Google Reviewer)

My husband and I just...

17-Aug-2023

My husband and I just came from a trip to Ghana. Our driver and tour guide Shiabu and George were superb. They were very knowledgeable and provided us with an authentic cultural travel experience. They have great customer service skills and were attentive to our needs. We had an amazing time with them from the time they picked us from the airport to the drop off.

Dione Davis (Google Reviewer)

Five stars are not enough!!! Just...

07-Apr-2024

Five stars are not enough!!! Just returned for 8 day Ghana tour and it was outstanding! From beginning to end! Our tour guide Elvis and driver Martin were nothing short of phenomenal!! They both provided educational and general information every step of the way. Every day my husband and I were provided with a verbal itinerary including history and other facts that we found so helpful. Every single day was filled with excitement and attentiveness from both of them. Accra, Kumasi, Cape Coast - we saw and felt it all! All the tour sights were as described in our pre-trip itinerary and we were well pleased with how everything was handled - from airport pick up to airport drop off. All sleep and meal accomodations exceeded our expectations. Continent Tours are truly Premier travel experts. If you're looking for a tour company - this is the one! Be sure to ask for Martin and Elvis when making your arrangements - you will not be disappointed! I am a travel agen here in the states and I will be recommending this tour company to all my fellow travelers who were waiting to hear about our experience before they booked their trip. Thank you Martin and Elvis for taking very good care of us! Dione & Terrance Davis

Christiana Boateng (Google Reviewer)

I had the pleasure of...

09-May-2023

I had the pleasure of working with Continent Tours on my recent trip to Senegal, and I can certainly state that it was the nicest travel experience I've ever had. The team was attentive, knowledgable, and dedicated to ensuring that every part of my vacation was excellent from the moment I contacted them. The tailored approach to travel planning used by the business was simply excellent. They took the time to learn about my tastes and interests and used that knowledge to create a custom itinerary that exceeded all of my expectations. They assisted me in obtaining the greatest flights, accommodations, and activities, as well as insider information on local customs and cuisine.

Wilson Shelby (Google Reviewer)

As time was of the...

27-Jun-2022

As time was of the essence and they had the cheapest flights, I booked my family's vacation flights with Continent Tours. I saw some reviews following my reservation. I was concerned because they were all bad. But everything went smoothly. The customer care representatives were really helpful when I booked the flights, and they double-checked all the details to make sure the names and dates were accurate. They also assisted in reserving our seats because I have young children. We had a terrific trip, therefore I made the decision to write a review after it. Without a doubt, I'd use them once more.

Debra G. (Google Reviewer)

They did a great job...

10-Jul-2022

They did a great job organizing my 2018 five country visit to Africa. There was only one hiccup - in Liberia. And it wasn't their fault.

Cynthia Hayes (Google Reviewer)

I traveled to Ghana with...

16-Jul-2024

I traveled to Ghana with ABTP on June 19 - 27 and I had an amazing tour of Ghana. Our tour leaders Doris and George were absolutely amazing and we had the best driver ?, plus one other gentleman who assisted our group with luggage etc. Doris and George were so professional and knowledgeable. We started our trip in Accra and then headed over to Kumasi and Cape Coast. This trip was very eye opening and nothing short of a true cultural experience with a history lesson from a different perspective. I can't wait to return. Thank you Continent Tours for providing us with a beautiful experience.

M. Mapstone Greenwich

Mali – July 2010

01-Jul-2010

From the moment we stepped off the plane, we felt safe and were spoiled by the kind attention and professional care of Ousmane who immediately took care of our visas, Lamine, our amazing driver and Moussa, our wonderful guide. Mali is the most incredible country full of beautiful people and sights. There is so much to see and learn and we saw so many sights we would not have seen without Moussa’s inside knowledge. Mamadou had patiently helped me tailor-make a tour that included Bamako, Segou, Mopti, Dogon Country and a Niger River pinasse cruise, but we got more than was promised: we gained an insight into a fascinating culture all made possible by the expert knowledge of Continent Tours..and we will be back. M. Mapstone Greenwich, Connecticut, USA

Tour Leader and author of “World Heritage” book

Mali -2010

01-May-2010

Dear Mr. Mamadou Goita, Continent Tours We have just completed our tour in West Africa and come back to Turkey. We had extremely fruitful days in Senegal, The Gambia and Mali. Our group of 22 members belonging to the UNESCO World Heritage Travelers Club had seen 9 sites during this trip. First of all, the itinerary you prepared to cover these places was very well programmed. And you and your partners followed and carried out the itinerary very successfully. We all were very happy with the bus, with our guides (Mr. Balla in Senegal – The Gambia part and Mr. Sory in the Mali part), from the hotels you chose, restaurant and the food. No one in our group during those 22 days had any health problems, not even diarrhea. I recommend you and your company to every agency which wants to arrange a West Africa tour. You are a very reliable person and you do your job very meticulously. Thanks again for everything you have done for us. All the best, Atila Ege, Tour Leader and author of “World Heritage” book

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