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Dakar Gorée Island Tour
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 2d
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Selective hotel pickup
- Multiple languages
Overview
- Explore the historic sites of Gorée Island, including the House of Slaves
- Discover the vibrant city of Dakar and the Cap-Vert Peninsula
- Enjoy free time for shopping, photos, and exploring at your own pace
Activity location
- Dakar
- Dakar, Dakar Region, Senegal
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Dakar
- Dakar, Dakar Region, Senegal
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2-Day, Dakar Gorée Island Tour in Multilingual
- 2d
Activity duration is 2 days 2d - English
What's included, what's not
- Visit to Gorée Island (the House of Slaves, Église Saint-Charles-Borromée, Place du Castelnau, Fort d'Estrées Montée au Castel)
What's included What's included - Tour of Dakar city center
What's included What's included - Visit to Cap-Vert Peninsula (Mosquée de la Divinité, Monument of the African Renaissance, Phare des Mamelles).
What's included What's included - The tour price includes only the essential services required for the experience, namely:
What's included What's included - Transportation during the tour
What's included What's included - Professional guiding services
What's included What's included - Entrance tickets to the museums included in the itinerary (House of Slave, African Renaissance Monument, Musée des civilisations Noires)
What's included What's included - All other expenses or optional activities are not included.
What's included What's included - Not Included in the Tour Price:
What's excluded What's excluded - Please note that the tour price does not include:
What's excluded What's excluded - Food and drinks
What's excluded What's excluded - Personal expenses
What's excluded What's excluded - Any other optional activities or services not listed as included
What's excluded What's excluded
What you can expect
Discover the rich history, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality of Senegal on this full-day guided tour of Dakar and Gorée Island. Led by a passionate local cultural guide, this experience offers much more than sightseeing—it is an opportunity to connect with the people, traditions, and heritage that make Senegal unique.
Your journey begins in Dakar, the lively capital of Senegal. Explore the city's most iconic landmarks, including the African Renaissance Monument, one of Africa's tallest statues, offering breathtaking panoramic views over Dakar. Continue through the city's historic neighborhoods, bustling markets, scenic Corniche, and important cultural sites while learning about Senegal's history, independence, religions, traditions, and contemporary way of life.
Next, board the ferry to Gorée Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of West Africa's most important historical landmarks. Walk through its charming colonial streets, admire colorful architecture, and visit the famous House of Slaves, where you will learn about the history of the transatlantic slave trade and the resilience of African people. Beyond its history, Gorée is also a vibrant island known for its art galleries, local artisans, peaceful atmosphere, and stunning ocean views.
Throughout the tour, your guide will share fascinating stories, historical insights, and cultural traditions that go beyond what you can find in guidebooks. There will also be plenty of opportunities to take photos, interact with local people, and receive personalized recommendations for restaurants, shopping, and other attractions.
This experience is perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, students, researchers, and members of the African diaspora seeking a deeper understanding of Senegal and its cultural heritage.
Location
Activity location
LOB_ACTIVITIES LOB_ACTIVITIES - Dakar
- Dakar, Dakar Region, Senegal
Meeting/Redemption Point
PEOPLE PEOPLE - Dakar
- Dakar, Dakar Region, Senegal