Dakar and Goree Island Private Trip
Dakar and Goree Island Private Trip
After collecting you at the scheduled time from your hotel in Dakar, we'll head to the city's port where a ferry will be waiting to take to the captivating island of Goree. There, you learn all about one of the most terrifying chapters in the history of both Senegal and the whole world.
After a brief journey of around 20 minutes, we'll disembark and visit both the House of Slaves and the Historical Museum of Senegal. For three hundred years, the island held a prominent role in the Atlantic slave trade due to its location on the West African coast. You'll learn all about this dark period in history and how Goree is now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Next, we'll take a walk through the colorful narrow streets, admiring the beautiful colonial houses of Gorea. We'll make a stop so you can take lunch in your own free time before we jump back on the ferry and return to Dakar.
When we arrive back in the capital, we'll take a guided tour through the historic city center. You'll discover emblematic locations such as Independence Square, the Presidential Palace, the markets of Kermel and Sandaga, and the city's cathedral. We'll also visit the Medina neighborhood, where we'll admire the majestic architecture of the Grand Mosque of Dakar and visit Tilene market which is famous for Shamans selling charms and amulets.
The tour of Dakar ends back at your hotel, about 8 to 9 hours after the start of the day trip.
More Information
Duration
8 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop off
English–speaking guide
Not included
Food
Tickets for the ferry ride to Goree island: € 8 (US$ 8.25) per person per direction
Municipal tax: € 0.76 (US$ 0.78) per person
Tickets for the House of Slaves: € 0.76 (US$ 0.78) per person, African Renaissance Monument: € 10 (US$ 10.31) per person, Museum of Black Civilizations: € 1 (US$ 1.03) per person
When to book?
You can book up until 3 days before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Optimum Voyages Senegal
Corporate name: Optimum Voyage Sénégal-S.A.R.L.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
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Q - How to book?
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