Explore Gorée Island History Memory and Heritage UNESCO

In Dakar

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£82 pp
4h 0 mins
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Explore Gorée Island History Memory and Heritage UNESCO
Set off on a 4-hour guided tour of Gorée Island, a symbol of the history of the African slave trade. Start your experience with a pick-up directly at the port of Dakar, where your guide will greet you before embarking on a short ferry ride to Gorée Island. Then, discover first the Slave House, a place full of history and emotion. Your guide will explain its central role in the slave trade, with its dark cells, the famous "door of no return" and its harrowing stories. Then continue with the Historic House, another colonial building testifying to the complex past of the island. Walking through the cobblestone streets, let yourself be seduced by the colorful architecture, art galleries, the remains of the Fort d’Estrées, and the sweetness of life that reigns on this unique island. The tour is punctuated by enriching explanations, while leaving you free moments of discovery.
Free cancellation

What's included

  • Entrance to the Historic House
  • Pick-up at the port of Dakar
  • Professional guide
  • Entrance to the House of Slaves
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • PUBLIC_TRANSPORTATION

Itinerary

  1. Visit of the island (3h 0min) Admission included
  2. Visit to the slave house (30 min) Admission included

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
Our guide will be waiting for you at the port of Dakar near the quay where the boats leave for Gorée with our sign “The OG Tours”.
End point
Our guide will be waiting for you at the port of Dakar near the quay where the boats leave for Gorée with our sign “The OG Tours”.

Practical information

Operated by
The OG Tours
Max group size
25 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–15
Languages
en, fr
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 4 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.