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A glimpse of Dakar and Goree Island

Destination:

Dakar, Senegal

Activities:

A glimpse of Dakar and Goree Island

Pick up at Mindello:

Times: 9:30am - 3:50pm

Tour Level:

Ideal for any age (Convenient Walking Distance)

Price per Person:

$ 122

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  • Visit the Goree Island and learn the slave history
  • Discover Dakar city center by visiting the historic sites
  •  Explore the Senegalese Kermel market

Tour Detail:

Upon pick up at the port at 9.30 am, you will head to catch a ferry to Proceed to the Goree island, The ride of the ferry takes 20 mins. The island is best known for its role as a strategic trading centre for the transatlantic slave trade. Its most famous building, the House of Slaves, was, by some accounts, the first stop for around 20 million African enslaved workers. Explore the slave house Museum, some colonial sites, and stroll to the nice island before dropping heading back to Dakar

Proceed to the Grand Mosque of Dakar, a wonderful example of Islamic civilization and architecture.

Visit the Dakar Senegal Built for the former French Governor, it now serves as the official home of the current sitting president

A striking monument of 21st century Africa, it offers a panoramic view of the city of Dakar. You will have an opportunity to take pictures and view the city landmarks from the monument
Depending on the timing, you will then visit the market. This is one of the highlights , one of the best of Dakar`s markets! In a beautiful circular building the fish traders have their place in the center. Then comes butchers in the next circle, vegetable and fruit dealers outside there together with florists. Outside the building you will find typical African souvenirs such as jewelry, masks and sculptures. You will be drop back to the port at 3.50pm

Inclusions

● English speaking guide and driver
● Reserve Entrance fees & taxes
● Water Bottle
● Port pick -up/Drop- off
● Private Air -Conditioned Van
● Entrance fee to Historic sites
● Ferry ticket and Slave House admission fee

Exclusions

  • Lunch
  • Personal Items & Tips

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