Joal-Fadiouth and Tribal Village Private Trip
Joal-Fadiouth and Tribal Village Private Trip
At 9 am, we'll collect you from your hotel in Dakar and hop into a 4x4 vehicle to begin our fantastic tour of Senegal's Petite Côte coastline. Our first stop is a tribal village of the Serer people, the third largest ethnic group in the country.
There, you'll get a taste of the inhabitant's traditional way of life when you discover the local houses, schools, and shops. You'll also visit a local market where you'll encounter traditional products, handcrafted by the tribespeople.
After visiting the tribal village, our trip continues at Joal, a settlement discovered by the Portuguese in the 15th century and the birth city of the first president of Senegal, Leopold Senghor. We'll take to the fishing port, one of the largest on the Petite-Côte coast.
Later we then go to the neighboring commune of Fadiouth crossing a wooden bridge that links both localities. During our tour, you'll find out why both settlements historically united. On the other side, you discover the Fadiouth lies on an island of clam shells.
We'll visit the Cemetary, which is home to the remains of both Christians and Muslims. You'll also learn all about the history of the baobab tree, which stands there in homage to the deceased. You'll also encounter a pretty traditional church.
Then we return to Joal. If you want, you can paddle there along the waters of the Atlantic in a canoe (optional). Our tour finally comes to an end in Dakar where we'll drop you back at your hotel between 9 and 10 hours after the start of the activity.
More Information
Duration
9 - 10h.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pick up and drop off
Transport by private vehicle
English speaking guide
Private tour, nobody else will be in your group
Not included
Lunch
Local guide: € 2 (US$ 2.10) per person
Optional canoe trip: € 15 (US$ 15.60) per person
Bottle of water
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?
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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