Full-Day DAKAR city / GOREE Island Tour

If you are looking for a true insider's perspective of Dakar, then, you have found it. I have a great admiration for this country. So, I will introduce you to the most spectacular places of interest and all the highlights from an insider's view point. I will provide you with a view and experience of Dakar that only locals would know. I will show you things that would take weeks to research and months to experience. There is so much to see, so many interesting stories of the different ethnic groups. So, it is my absolute pleasure to show off these places and tell stories related to them which makes History come alive. I won't be successful until I make sure that you take home a memorable experience that makes the most incredible country in the World. I am sure that with the right insight and guidance, you will leave Dakar wanting more and wanting more people to visit us and learn about our great city and Everything we do. Looking forward to showing Everything Senegal has to offer.

Itinerary

1. GOREE island was the most important Slave depot in West Africa between the 15th and the 18th century. Slaves were brought in against their will under horrible conditions and suffering unspeakable.abuse. A visit to the door-of-no- return will give you an idea of millions of African Slaves being sorted out and led into the Slave ships yelling for mercy. (2h 0min) Admission included
2. A wonderful example of colonial architecture. One of the most important architectural landmarks
3. A wonderful example of Islamic architecture. (15 min)
4. Built for the former French Governor, it now serves as the official home of the current sitting president
5. A striking monument of the 21st century Africa, It offers a panoramic view of the city of Dakar. (20 min)
6. A shopping stop to soak up the city tour atmosphere (30 min)
7. Visit the impressive Cathedral built in a country that is 95% Muslims. One of the finest examples of religious architecture built in the 19th century.. (15 min)
8. When you visit the Slave House on Goree Island, It requires very little effort of imagination to realize how hellish the living conditions of the Slaves were. (30 min) Admission included