Senegal: History, Heritage & Teranga
Dakar | Saly | Joal Fadiouth
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9 DAYS & 8 NIGHTS
Journey Overview
This 9-day journey traces Senegal's story from colonial Dakar to wild savannah, opening with the layered history of Gorée Island and the landmarks of Dakar, then venturing to the surreal salt flats of Lac Rose, the wildlife-rich reserves of Somone and Bandia, and the shell-built village of Fadiouth.
Culinary immersion, hands-on artisanship, and free time by the Atlantic round out a trip that blends heritage, nature, and coastal leisure in equal measure.
A ferry crossing to this UNESCO-listed island, where the House of Slaves and sand-carpeted alleys beneath centuries-old baobabs hold one of West Africa's most solemn histories.
Journey Highlights
A guided city tour tracing Dakar's colonial remains, the Kermel Market, the Monument of the African Renaissance, and Independence Square, followed by a hands-on Senegalese cooking class mastering thieboudienne and yassa under a local chef's guidance.
A canoe ride through a 7,000-hectare nature reserve where herons, pelicans, flamingos, and egrets nest between mangrove forest and sandbank.
Gorée Island
Dakar Like A Local
Somone's Wild Lagoon
A window into Senegalese nature and history at Lac Rose, once the finish line of the Paris-Dakar Rally, followed by a dune ride by truck or 4x4 along its shores.
Lac Rose
Safari at Bandia Reserve
A guided safari through 2,000 hectares of baobab forest, home to giraffes, white rhinoceros, and free-roaming wildlife, and the ancestral tomb of the griots, hollowed into a centuries-old baobab.
On Gorée Island, a hands-on sand art workshop with a local artist, layering naturally colored sands into glass bottles inspired by Senegalese landscapes — a souvenir crafted by your own hand.
Fadiouth's Island of Shells
A wooden footbridge leads to a village built entirely on a mountain of shells, its stilted granaries and shared Catholic-Muslim cemetery a quiet testament to coexistence, with a stop in Joal, birthplace of Senegal's first president.
Time By the Atlantic
A free day for sun, sand, and an optional introduction to surfing along Dakar's celebrated coastline, and a farewell dinner with live music to close the journey.
Sand Art Workshop with Local Artists
2027 Departures
from $3,935 per person*
*Land package only per person on double/twin occupancy basis (2 guests in the same room)
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Experience Inclusions
Day Trip to Bandia Reserve & the Shell Island
Photo & Videography
Guest Experience Curator
Private Transportation
Private Round Trip Airport Transfers
Curated Welcome Gifts
Creatives & Cultural Experiences
Expert Tour Director
Stays at 5-star Hotels
Select Meals And Beverages
Experience Exclusions
International Airfare
Passport, Visa, and Vaccination Related Fees
Mandatory Travel Insurance
Experiences Not Listed As Included
Meals & Beverages Not Listed As Included
Tips & Gratuities For Service Staff
Airport and Baggage Handling Fees
Early Check-In/Late Check-Out Fees
Transportation to Locations Not Listed
Canoe Ride, Quad-biking & Surf Class
Frequently asked questions
When is payment due?
A non-refundable $500 deposit per person is required to secure your place on this experience. This will be credited to the total price of your trip. The remaining balance is due 60 days before the experience start date.
What documents do I need?
You will need an international passport with at least 6 months validity beyond your travel date, visa (if required), yellow fever vaccination card/medical exemption certificate to be able to travel to most West African countries.
Do I need travel insurance?
We understand that emergencies can occur which is why for every one's peace of mind, we require that all guests purchase travel insurance with minimum coverage standards preferably after deposit is made. Proof of insurance is required before final payment. Read our Terms & Conditions here for more information.
What should I pack for this trip?
A comprehensive packing guide can be accessed on your Guest Portal.
Can I skip activities?
We offer optional add-on activities on certain days that you can pay for directly. If you choose to skip any activities already included in your package, those are non-refundable.
Terms and conditions, cancellation & refund policy
You can find our cancellation policies as well as our terms and conditions here and your assigned Guest Portal.
All payments made on our group experiences are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Payment of the non-refundable deposit serves as your electronic signature and binding acceptance of our Terms and Conditions. By proceeding with payment, you confirm that you have read and agree to all terms outlined herein.
