Goree Island Private Trip
Goree Island Private Trip
We will collect you from your hotel at around 9 am before heading in the air-conditioned vehicle to the port of Dakar. There, a ferry will be waiting to take you to the island of Goree.
After a journey of approximately 20 minutes, we will arrive on the small island off the coast of Senegal's Cape Verde Peninsula. Due to its prominent role in Africa's slave trade over three centuries, Goree was declared a UNESCO World Heritage SIte in 1978.
To learn more about this dark period in history, we will head into the House of Slaves, a museum in memory to the millions of people which were held captive and sold here. The practice ended in 1848 when France abolished slavery.
Later, we will walk through the picturesque, narrow streets where you will see the elegant colonial houses adorned with colorful Bougainvillea flowers. You will also discover the pretty beach and see how the locals live today.
When the trip has finished, we will return to the ferry and sail back to Dakar where the bus will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.
More Information
Duration
4 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop off
Transport by car, bus or minibus
English speaking guide
Exclusive, private tour just for you and your group
Not included
Tickets for the ferry to Goree Island: € 8 (US$ 8.66) per person
Entry to the House of Slaves € 2.30 (US$ 2.49) per person
Municipal fee: € 1 (US$ 1.08) 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
Physical: Only some areas are accessible. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation. Show more
Visual: Varies according to the attraction included. Audible security and alarm system.
Auditory: Varies according to the attraction included. Security system and visual alarm.
Intellectual: Varies according to the attraction included. Information in easy-to-read format. Accessible toilets. Security system and visual and audible alarm.
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:
- Printed material is avoided.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups.
- The activity helps to promote peace.
- 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?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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