Senegal Roots
Six days to reconnect with memory, from Gorée Island to the quays of Saint-Louis, carried by Senegalese Teranga.
Indicative price per person — personalised quote based on your dates and group.
Highlights
- ◆The House of Slaves and its Door of No Return, on Gorée Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- ◆Lake Retba (the Pink Lake), its salt harvesters and dunes opening onto the Atlantic
- ◆Saint-Louis, former capital of French West Africa: UNESCO-listed architecture and the Faidherbe Bridge
- ◆Teranga in everyday life: hospitality, cuisine and genuine human encounters
Day by day
- Day 1 · Arrival in Dakar
Welcome at Dakar airport and a transfer to your accommodation, in the spirit of Teranga. A first evening to settle in, feel the ocean city and meet your guide.
- Day 2 · Gorée Island, living memory
A full day on Gorée Island: the boat crossing, sandy lanes and weathered, colorful houses, followed by a reflective visit to the House of Slaves and its Door of No Return. A powerful moment of memory and remembrance.
- Day 3 · Lake Retba, the Pink Lake
An excursion to Lake Retba, the highly saline Pink Lake framed by dunes that stretch down to the Atlantic. Meet the salt harvesters and take in the wide-open landscapes, far from the bustle of the city.
- Day 4 · Northbound to Saint-Louis
We head north toward the Senegal River and Saint-Louis, the former capital of French West Africa. Settle onto the island and take a first stroll along its quays in the light of the setting sun.
- Day 5 · Saint-Louis, heritage and river
A full day in Saint-Louis: UNESCO World Heritage architecture, the Faidherbe Bridge spanning the river, and the lively Guet Ndar fishing quarter. Memory, culture and the local way of life by the water.
- Day 6 · Back to Dakar and departure
The return road to Dakar, a moment to share impressions and take in final views of the Senegalese landscape. Transfer to the airport, carrying the memory of the journey with you.
What's included
- ✓ A French-speaking guide accompanying you throughout the trip
- ✓ Private transfers and the Dakar–Saint-Louis round-trip journey
- ✓ Verified accommodations (nights in Dakar and Saint-Louis)
- ✓ Ferry crossing to Gorée Island and a guided visit of the House of Slaves
- ✓ Guided visits to the memory and heritage sites (Gorée, Lake Retba, Saint-Louis)
- ✓ WhatsApp concierge and support throughout the journey
Not included
- · International flights
- · Visa fees and entry formalities
- · Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- · Meals not mentioned and beverages
- · Personal expenses and gratuities
- · Optional excursions outside the program
First departures: 2026-2027 season. Join the priority list.