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While we had a guide for just the two of us and the attractions were paid for, the tour essentially was a crowded ferry ride to the island and admission to the slave house. The guide tried to explain the history but the descriptions underneath the pictures in the museum were more complete and accurate. It was nice to have a personal guide to get you through the masses of people many of whom push and shove their way ahead of you.

The island is famous for being the transit place for the slave trade. The place is beautiful, kept very well, touristic even for Senegalese who come to spend their days at the beach, it is quickly ferried from Dakar. On the beach there are various restaurants where they offer delicious meals. The historical part, however, is very heavy. You will visit the Maison des Esclaves, with its narrow cells where slaves were kept divided into categories.

Goree Island has a sad history associated with the Atlantic Slave Trade. This tour can be emotional. Seeing the harsh conditions people endured was moving. However the spirit in the town is upbeat, jovial and welcoming. People are friendly. Lots of great places to eat. Great art for sale. Souvenirs are plentiful - good selection and great prices. The island is picturesque. Great spot for photographers

Visiting Goree Island was emotionally transformative. Our guide Mr Mor was very informative, friendly and knowledgeable about all aspects of the tour.

The purpose of my visit to Gorée Island was to pay tribute to my ancestors. Everything went better than expected, thanks to Amy's knowledge of the story and her kindness. I would like to thank Amadou for allowing the journey to be made safely. Congratulations on your high-end staff.

Mr Moro and the agency were great! I had a flight to catch and they adjusted the tour schedule according to my needs. Thank you!

It was an excellent visit. A place with so many emotion and historical memory. Our guide Mr Diagne was super helpful. He showed us all best places !

Perfect service! It was raining heavily in the morning but the shuttle still came almost fully punctual. Then, we could catch the ship very precisely, already with the Guide. We had some good time and music and view at the Port, then valuable time at the Island! With Abdou I felt myself fully safe, however I am a backpacker tourist, traveling alone. He very diplomatically handled some of the locals on behalf of me, where I felt they are a bit more pushy than needful while wanted to sell all their stuff. :) Besides, nobody was aggressive to us at all, so, the scenery may be a bit misleading. It was a rushy tour a bit but by purpose, I call it rather as a good time management, to wait for my plane later instead of missing that... Both Abdou and the driver know what they are doing and despite their young age they have a big experience, routine to handle situations, people... We visited the prison (the famous chambers of the slaves) , learnt about the sad history, then went up to the highest peak of the island with a huge remembrance of defence, discovered some local, narrow streets, the main square with the freedom statue and interacted with a few locals. Abdou was letting me to decide what and when I want to go, etc. I hesitated to go to the museum and he was not pushy neither at that point. We rather had a 30 mins chat at the harbor and learnt from a local how to play calabash and even bought one. Abdou and the driver spoke good level of English too, not only native French. I recommend this reliable Team for anyone on a few hours layover, for lone travelers too. Let it rain or snow (just kidding), you may count on them.

Several times I want to come here and finally come nothing to say super nice and The site has an incredible energy come out good photos but the story is amazing and think that all that pqso hqce nqdq anyway I recommend this site for. Don't forget what pqso will return once again

Very unorganized and overpriced - nobody told us we needed a passport to enter the ferry. we only saw one part of the island and were not taken to the historical museum of Senegal.