Best of Senegal

Best of Senegal

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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

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: $3165

NB: Prices correct on 16-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

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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

Arrive Dakar. You will be met, assisted and transferred to your hotel. Today’s activities will be determined based on your arrival time. You may relax and unwind or start the tour of Dakar and vicinity. Overnight at Hotel Ndiambour

Day 2 : Dakar – Goree Island – Dakar

Location: Dakar

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning take a 20-minute ferry ride to Gorée Island. The tour includes a visit to the ethnographic museum and a lecture by the curator on the history of the Goree, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the afternoon return to Dakar and go on a city tour. Visit the colourful markets including Tilen Market, famous for a variety of medicinal herbs and traditional healers. Stop by Dakar’s grand Mosque, the Presidential Palace, and the Artisans Market.
Meals included: Breakfast Overnight at Hotel Ndiambour

Day 3 : Dakar – Pink Lake – St Louis

Location: Saint Louis

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast depart to Saint Louis located in the north of Senegal. En route take a tour of Pink Lake, a rare natural phenomenon caused by a unique combination of microorganism and high concentration of salts which gives the lake its pink colour. Interact with the women harvesting salt. Visit the Fulani village where you may be welcomed by the Chief. Continue to Saint Louis, Senegal’s former colonial capital. Early evening go on a city tour of Saint Louis and explore the narrow streets flanked by houses with carved wooden balconies and verandas and stop by the vibrant fisshing village of Guet Ndar.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner Overnight at Mermoz

Day 4 : Saint Louis – Djoudj – Saint Louis

Location: Saint Louis

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, visit the Djoudj National Bird Park (a UNESCO World Heritage site), which is 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 amingos can be seen here: up to 10,000 species. Enjoy a pirogue ride to better view the many species of cormorants, pelicans, ducks, flamingos, various songbirds and more. You may also see crocodiles, boas, boars and other wildlife. Complete your city tour of Saint Louis.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner Overnight at Mermoz

Day 5 : Saint Louis – Touba – Delta Du Saloum

Location: Touba

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast drive to Sine Saloum located in a beautiful wild nature. Stop on the way to visit Touba, the holy city of Mouride brotherhood. Get to Ndagane and have a cruise through the mangroove . Get to your hotel and overnight.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner Overnight at Hotel Les Cordons Bleus

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

Location: Joal Fadiout

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, depart to Joal Fadiouth visiting en route the central market of Mbour. Continue to Joal, made famous partly because it is the birth place of Senegal’s first President Leopold Senghor. Visit the sh market and observe the lively daily activities. Visit the Senghor museum. Con continue to the traditional Serere village of Fadiouth where you will observe the cathedral, the market place, the sacred Baobab tree and the famous cemetery where Muslims, Christians and Animists are buried. Continue to Saly beach resort with stops at small villages. 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 travel to Bandia National Park for a safari. Bandia Game Reserve is located in a 3500-hectare wide conservation area. Here you will see numerous species native to Senegal including: buffalos, antelopes, impala gazelles, monkeys, tortoises and crocodile in addition to white rhinoceros, kudu, elands, cape moose, giraffes, ostriches, zebras. Stop by the crocodile pool where animals come to drink and buffalos wallow in the mud. You will see numerous bird species including the small hornbills, grey heron, eagles, blackbirds and kingshers. The Bandia wildlife reserve has succeeded in reintroducing much of the marvellous native ora and fauna that are unique to West Africa and had gradually disappeared due to demographic pressure and poaching. Early evening return to Saly Beach Resort.
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 before you are transferred to the airport for your onward flight .
Meals included: Breakfast
End point Blaise Diagne International Airport, Dakar, Senegal

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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