Senegal Cultural & Discovery Tour – 5 Days
This itinerary provides a balanced mix of cultural immersion, historical exploration, and natural beauty, ensuring a memorable 5-day experience in Senegal.
Departure Pattern:
This tour runs weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays from the week commencing 26 October 2026. Bookings close 7 days before the tour start date.
Please click “Check Availability” to view available departure dates and book your preferred date.
Important Note:
The cost of this package varies depending on several factors:
- Type of accommodation (5-star or midrange)
- Number of participants (solo traveller, couple, family, or group)
- Nationality (East African Community residents may have discounted park fees)
- Season (peak or low season rates)
Highlights
- Explore Dakar and the African Renaissance Monument
- Visit Île de Gorée and the Maison des Esclaves
- Discover Dakar Grand Mosque and the Medina quarter
- Visit Lac Rose and learn about traditional salt harvesting
- Travel to Saint-Louis, Senegal’s historic former colonial city
- Explore Saint-Louis by city tour and horse-drawn carriage
- Visit Guet Ndar fishing district
- Experience Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary
Itinerary
This 5-day Senegal itinerary follows the original client programme, combining Dakar, African Renaissance Monument, Île de Gorée, Maison des Esclaves, Medina quarter, Dakar Grand Mosque, Lac Rose, Saint-Louis, Guet Ndar, Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary and return to Dakar.
Departure Pattern:
This tour runs weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays from the week commencing 26 October 2026. Bookings close 7 days before the tour start date.
Please click “Check Availability” to view available departure dates and book your preferred date.
Morning:
Arrival in Dakar: Upon landing at Blaise Diagne International Airport, you'll be greeted by an Indigo Adventures representative and transferred to your accommodation in Dakar.
Afternoon:
Lunch at the Hotel: Enjoy a leisurely lunch at your hotel, sampling local Senegalese cuisine.
City Tour: Explore the vibrant streets of Dakar, visiting landmarks such as the African Renaissance Monument, the tallest statue in Africa, and bustling markets to experience the local atmosphere.
Evening/Night:
Dinner: Enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant, savouring traditional Senegalese dishes such as Thieboudienne (a flavourful fish and rice dish) and Yassa Poulet (chicken marinated in lemon and onions).
Morning:
Breakfast: Breakfast at the accommodation.
Ferry to Gorée Island: Take a short ferry ride to Île de Gorée, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its poignant history as a former slave trading post. Visit the Maison des Esclaves (House of Slaves) museum to reflect on this significant past.
Afternoon:
Dakar City Tour: Return to Dakar and explore the Medina quarter, characterised by its lively markets and traditional crafts. Don't miss the Dakar Grand Mosque, a stunning architectural marvel located in the heart of the city.
Evening/Night:
Dinner: Enjoy dinner at your hotel or a nearby restaurant.
Live Music: Experience Dakar's vibrant music scene by visiting a local venue featuring traditional Senegalese music, such as Mbalax.
Morning:
Breakfast: Breakfast at the accommodation.
Visit Lac Rose: Explore the famous Pink Lake, renowned for its distinctive pink hue resulting from its high salt content and algae. Engage with local salt harvesters to learn about their traditional methods.
Afternoon:
Transfer to Saint-Louis: Depart for Saint-Louis, a city that was the first French settlement in Africa, founded in 1659.
Lunch: Enjoy a meal at a local restaurant en route to Saint-Louis.
Stopover at Louga town: Visit a local handicraft market or enjoy Fulani music at a cultural centre. Continue to Saint-Louis.
Evening/Night:
Leisure Time: Upon arrival, settle into your accommodation and enjoy an evening stroll through the historic streets.
Dinner: Enjoy dinner at your hotel or a nearby restaurant.
Morning:
Breakfast: Breakfast at the accommodation.
City Tour: Discover the colonial architecture of Saint-Louis, characterised by its narrow streets and vibrant facades. A horse-drawn carriage ride offers a charming way to see the city's highlights, including the Faidherbe Bridge, designed by Gustave Eiffel.
Afternoon:
Lunch at a Local Restaurant: Savour traditional Senegalese cuisine at a local eatery.
Afternoon: Visit the fishing district of Guet Ndar to observe the bustling activities of local fishermen and experience the lively atmosphere of this coastal community.
Evening/Night:
Overnight Stay: Stay overnight at Saint-Louis. Dinner will be served at the accommodation.
Morning:
Breakfast: Breakfast at the accommodation.
Visit to Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary: Explore the Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most important bird sanctuaries in the world. It is especially noted for its large population of pelicans and flamingos.
Afternoon:
Transfer to Dakar: Return to Dakar to conclude your journey.
Lunch: Enjoy a meal at a local restaurant en route to Dakar.
Evening:
Departure: Transfer to Blaise Diagne International Airport for your departure.
Includes/Excludes
TOTAL COST INCLUDE
- 5 Days Private transportation in a 4x4 Safari car
- 4 nights' Accommodation
- All meals and soft drinks as per the itinerary
- Water on board
- All tours mentioned in the itinerary
- Taxes and administrative costs.
EXCLUSIONS
- Travel and health insurance
- Alcoholic beverages and other caffeine drinks
- Personal expenses such as laundry, tips, shopping, etc.
- Photography, where charged
- Any other optional activity NOT mentioned in the itinerary.
Join Our Fixed Trip Starting Date
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Limited Available PackagesTuesday27/10/2026Saturday31/10/2026£159020Available
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. This is a 5-day Senegal itinerary covering Dakar, African Renaissance Monument, Île de Gorée, Maison des Esclaves, Medina quarter, Dakar Grand Mosque, Lac Rose, Saint-Louis, Guet Ndar, Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary and return to Dakar.
The total cost includes 5 days private transportation in a 4x4 safari car, 4 nights' accommodation, all meals and soft drinks as per the itinerary, water on board, all tours mentioned in the itinerary, taxes and administrative costs.
The exclusions are travel and health insurance, alcoholic beverages and other caffeine drinks, personal expenses such as laundry, tips and shopping, photography where charged, and any other optional activity not mentioned in the itinerary.
Yes. The itinerary includes transfer to Saint-Louis, an evening stroll through its historic streets, a city tour, Faidherbe Bridge and Guet Ndar fishing district.
Yes. The itinerary includes Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary, described as one of the most important bird sanctuaries in the world and especially noted for pelicans and flamingos.
Yes. The itinerary includes a ferry to Île de Gorée and a visit to Maison des Esclaves, also known as the House of Slaves.
