A 7-day, 6-night trip to Senegal, specifically focusing on Saly and Dakar, offers the perfect combination of relaxation, cultural immersion, and adventure. Saly, a vibrant seaside resort town, is ideal for unwinding on pristine beaches, indulging in water sports, or enjoying the lively nightlife. Dakar, the bustling capital, allows you to explore Senegal’s rich history and culture, from the poignant Gorée Island to the towering African Renaissance Monument. Visiting markets, art villages, and historic landmarks like the Pink Lake provides a deeper understanding of the country’s heritage. This itinerary is perfect for travelers who want to experience both the relaxing coastal vibes of Saly and the dynamic energy of Dakar while also diving into Senegal’s unique cultural history.

Journey To Senegal

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Itinerary is for illustration purposes only, please refer to the "Includes" tab for tour inclusion details

Itineraries

DAY 1

ARRIVAL IN DAKAR

MORNING: ARRIVE IN DAKAR, SENEGAL'S CAPITAL CITY. CHECK INTO YOUR HOTEL AND RELAX AFTER YOUR FLIGHT.
AFTERNOON: VISIT THE IFAN MUSEUM OF AFRICAN ARTS TO EXPLORE SENEGAL’S RICH CULTURAL HERITAGE.
EVENING: HEAD TO PLATEAU DISTRICT FOR DINNER AND ENJOY SOME LIVE MUSIC AT A LOCAL SPOT.

DAY 2

DAKAR AND GOREE ISLAND

MORNING: TAKE A FERRY TO GOREE ISLAND, A UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE, AND VISIT THE HOUSE OF SLAVES MUSEUM TO LEARN ABOUT SENEGAL’S ROLE IN THE ATLANTIC SLAVE TRADE.
AFTERNOON: EXPLORE THE QUAINT STREETS OF GOREE ISLAND, VISIT LOCAL ARTISANS, AND RETURN TO DAKAR.
EVENING: RELAX AND ENJOY A TRADITIONAL SENEGALISE DINNER, LIKE YASSA OR CEBU JEN (FISH AND RICE).

DAY 3

LAC ROSE (PINK LAKE)

MORNING: DRIVE TO LAC ROSE (LESS THAN AN HOUR FROM DAKAR), FAMOUS FOR ITS PINK COLORED WATER CAUSED BY ALGAE AND SALT.
AFTERNOON: EXPLORE THE LAKE, TAKE A BOAT RIDE, AND WATCH SALT HARVESTERS AT WORK. OPTION FOR A QUAD BIKE ADVENTURE ON THE DUNES.
EVENING: RETURN TO DAKAR AND ENJOY THE NIGHTLIFE OR A RELAXING EVENING AT YOUR HOTEL.

DAY 4

TOUBA AND THIES

MORNING: TRAVEL TO TOUBA, THE HOLY CITY OF THE MOURIDE BROTHERHOOD, AND VISIT THE GREAT MOSQUE, ONE OF THE LARGEST MOSQUES IN AFRICA.
AFTERNOON: STOP IN THIES, KNOWN FOR ITS CRAFTS, AND VISIT THE LOCAL MARKETS FOR HANDMADE TEXTILES AND ARTWORK.
EVENING: RETURN TO DAKAR AND RELAX.

DAY 5

BANDIA WILDLIFE RESERVE

MORNING: VISIT BANDIA WILDLIFE RESERVE (APPROXIMATELY 1 HOUR FROM DAKAR), WHERE YOU CAN SPOT ANIMALS LIKE GIRAFFES, RHINOS, ZEBRAS, AND MORE.
AFTERNOON: CONTINUE THE SAFARI OR ENJOY A LUNCH IN THE RESERVE’S RESTAURANT OVERLOOKING THE WATERHOLE.
EVENING: RETURN TO DAKAR FOR A QUIET EVENING OR HEAD OUT FOR SOME LOCAL MUSIC AND DANCING.

DAY 6

SALY BEACH RESORT

MORNING: HEAD TO SALY, A POPULAR BEACH RESORT TOWN SOUTH OF DAKAR (ABOUT 1 HOUR DRIVE). CHECK INTO A BEACHFRONT HOTEL.
AFTERNOON: RELAX ON THE BEACH OR TAKE PART IN WATER SPORTS LIKE JET SKIING OR KAYAKING.
EVENING: ENJOY A SEAFOOD DINNER BY THE OCEAN.

DAY 7

DEPARTURE

MORNING: FREE TIME IN SALY TO ENJOY THE BEACH OR DO LAST-MINUTE SHOPPING.
AFTERNOON: RETURN TO DAKAR FOR YOUR FLIGHT BACK HOME.

• 6 nights of accommodation (3-star hotels or equivalent).
• Daily breakfast.
• Ground transportation (private car for transfers and excursions).
• Professional English-speaking guide.
• Entrance fees to all attractions (Gorée Island, Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary, Pink Lake, museums, etc.).
• Return ferry tickets to Gorée Island.
• Boat tour in Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary.
• 4x4 tour at Pink Lake.
• Airport ground transfers.

Any meals not mentioned (in the "Includes" section)

Alcoholic beverages

Personal expenses for souvenirs, etc.

Traveler insurance

Gratuity for drivers, tour operators, and waitress/waiters

Costs of additional excursions not included in package

International and domestic flights to and from home country