With the help of an experienced licensed Tour Guide you will have a lifetime moment in Dakar ,he know well the traffic which is a challenge.You’ll Visit the old city, suburbs and residential district . Learn more history , local culture and interact with people thanks to his knowledge you'll appreciate it. We provide informative and quality tours with comfort to satisfy your needs in a easy way. The trip to Gorée do start early in the morning and Dakar in the afternoon.( vacation for domestic tourists from July -October) Gorée is crowded. Be prepared for that. Have your passeport for police control at the ferry terminal of Goree. We ensure the drop off on time at the cruise ship or at your hotel during your day trip. Welcome
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Local market where to find every ingredients, fish, vegetable for a delicious meal
The state house, office of the President. Located in the administrative district this house is a beautiful architecture.
The visit of the Cathedral is a great moment of high spirituality memories of African soldiers died during the First World War beauty architecture. Due to covid no accès inside. Narrative of the history of Roman Catholic in Senegal by the guide. Take pictures.
Local market where local people go for shopping textiles, etc
The most beautiful Mosque by the seaside,at a fish market place
The visit from outside of the biggest statue in Africa,symbol of a family union.The statue is 190 tons of bronze Inivitation to build a New African
Shoping for your souvenir , ten lines of artworks , the craft market the biggest in Dakar
Museum today and for captives home remain a place where you’ll learn more about the transatlantic slavery trade. From 1536 to 1848 Gorée was a trade center and departure point for many Africans
Visit the former captives house today Unesco site . A deep understanding of transatlantic slavery trade on Goree from 1536 to 1848
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Explore Dakar and Gorée Island full day lasts about 8h 30min. The itinerary has 9 stops.
Prices start at $155 per person for this Dakar experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 9:00 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Hotel le Trarza.
The experience is available in EN, FR.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 278 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by VISIT SENEGAL.
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Fantastic introduction to beautiful Dakar and many of Senegal’s incredible offerings. Our guide was very informative and kind. He accompanied us to Goree Island, several cathedrals and mosques and a many local markets- it was a full day and we were very comfortable throughout. Our lunch was absolutely delicious! Highly recommend!
Absolutely enjoyable tour. Highly recommend. Tour guide was very knowledgeable and made sure we were well taken care of.
Hey Randi We were really pleased to share this experience with you We welcome your family and friends Once again thank you for choosing our service Pape
Pape was absolutely fantastic. He was a knowledgeable tour guide, and as far as in concerned, the mayor of Senegal. His expertise and thorough explanations were second to none. And I hope he reads this because he is an inspiration that I needed to pursue my next educational journey. All the best.
We were happy to receive you and have this inspiring opportunity We thank you so much We welcome you and yours Pape
Pape, understands the traffic patterns very well. I throughly enjoyed the trip and coming here made me feel like I have been here before. I highly recommend this tour.
Hi Terrence We were pleased to have you and share the experience We welcome your family and friends Once again thank you Pape
Pape is the best guide ever - very engaging, funny, and made sure we had everything we needed. He also has the charm and connections that allowed us to skip pretty much any line. Definitely book, especially if it’s your first time in Dakar, like it was for us.
Hi Amy We were pleased to share this experience We always welcome your friends and colleagues to explore more Senegal Once again thank you Pape
This tour offered a fascinating introduction to both Gorée Island and Dakar, bringing together Senegal’s history, culture and contemporary identity. Gorée was undoubtedly a highlight. Beyond the beauty of its colourful colonial streets, Atlantic views and local art, visiting the House of Slaves provided a deeper understanding of the island’s connection to the history of the transatlantic slave trade. The contrast between the island’s beauty and its difficult past made the visit particularly meaningful. Back in Dakar, the tour provided a broader perspective on the capital through its markets, cathedral and city landmarks, culminating at the African Renaissance Monument. It was interesting to move from Gorée’s historical legacy to a symbol of Senegal and Africa looking towards the future. A rewarding day that allowed me to appreciate the beauty of Gorée while gaining a better understanding of Dakar and Senegal, from the complexities of the past to the aspirations of the future.
Hi Puay What a pleasure to share experiences with you We welcome your friends and colleagues Thank you for your support to write a review Pape
Pape Tata Ndiye made us feel like VIP adventurers from the beginning of the tour. From hotel pick up, crowd management at the ferry terminal, great seating on the ferry, and the tour of Goree itself was masterfully done. We felt as if we had the island to ourselves. His thorough explanation and discussions of the historic events was top tier. While parts of the tour were heavy, ie Door of No Return, we enjoyed everything that was offered. The trip to the Open Market, several other sites and the African Renaissance Monument was made very memorable. We had a small emergency that Pape was responsive to and assited in alleviating. We highly recommend Pape. Neville and Kim.
Hey Neville and Kim We were really glad to share this experience with you. We always try our best to help you with great memories We welcome your friends Thank you
Very nice day trip in the city where we saw everything that tourists should see. The guide spoke some bad English otherwise everything was fine.
Ismaila is a great guide. Anna we thank you for choosing our service . Han prata bra engelska . Läsa de andra
Wow! I’ve been on A LOT of tours but Bape was the best. The tour was well organized, he was so kind and knowledgeable and went above and beyond. This tour is the best I’ve been on in a long time and it made me LOVE Dakar
Hey Sarah We were pleased to share this experience with you We always welcome your friends and family Thank you for your time to support Pape
I had a fantastic time with Pape. We covered so many areas and points of interest and it did not feel rushed. Pape has almost 30 years guiding experience, and it shows. He knew everyone as well as all the secrets. Highly recommended.
Hi James We were very pleased to have you with us We welcome your friends Thank you for your support
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explore Dakar and Gorée Island full day | 8h 30min | 5.0 (278) | $155 | |
 Full-Day DAKAR city / GOREE Island Tour | 8 hours | 4.7 (174) | $160 | View |
 Gorée Island visit to Dakar the capital 2 persons minimum | 8h 30min | 4.9 (64) | $160 | View |
 Dakar City Tour and Goree Island | 7 hours | 4.7 (54) | $162 | View |
 Day trip Goree island and Dakar city tour | 7–8 hours | 4.8 (48) | $166 | View |
 Half-Day GOREE Island Tour:The Heritage Tour | 4 hours | 4.9 (33) | $130 | View |
 Gorée Island - Pink Lake excursion 2 persons minimum | 9 hours | 5.0 (25) | $206 | View |