The Gambia & Senegal Tour
9 Days / 8 Nights
April 3 - 11, 2027
DAKAR | GOREE | LOMPOUL | BANJUL
Experience The gambia & Senegal
Cultural connection you don't want to miss.
Our 2027 Senegal & Gambia Cultural Heritage Tour welcomes you to experience the west African wonder of Senegal & Gambia. Home to the Wolof, Fula, Mandinka, Serer, and Jola people, Senegal is rich with cultural history, value, and strength. Thousands of years saw the rise and fall of several empires, including the Ghana Empire, Mali Empire, and the Jolof Empire in these lands. Today Senegal is culturally vibrant expressing through art, music, dance, literature and cuisine.
The Gambia, known as the "Smiling Coast of Africa," is the smallest country on mainland Africa and is nestled within Senegal along the scenic Gambia River. Rich in culture, history, and natural beauty, it holds special significance for African Americans as one of the regions profoundly impacted by the transatlantic slave trade. The Gambia is home to the Mandinka people, one of West Africa's largest and most influential ethnic groups, whose heritage traces back to the powerful Mali Empire. Many visitors journey to the village of Juffureh and nearby Kunta Kinteh Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to connect with the story of Kunta Kinte, the Mandinka ancestor made famous through Alex Haley's Roots. For many descendants of the African diaspora, The Gambia offers a meaningful opportunity to explore ancestral connections, honor resilience, and experience the living traditions of West Africa.

Itinerary
Our tour will feature boat tours, ancestral historical sites, cultural and culinary exploration.

Dakar - Goree
Arrival and Welcome Dinner (2 Nights)
We start our trip with a city tour of the town. We will visit the colonial’s remains of what was the capital of French Africa: The Presidential palace, the Independence Place, the chamber of commerce. We will visit the local markets full of clothes and spices. Next stop is the African Monument of Renaissance and museum.
We'll transfer to the harbor where we will board a ferry to visit the island of Gorée (20 minutes away from Dakar). Gorée is an island of 300m wide and 900m long which long ago was the stake in numerous confrontations between the Portuguese, English, Dutch and French. Hundreds of thousands of men, women and children were deported from Gorée. The "slaves’ house" with its door opened on the ocean is a terrible reminder of the cruelty of colonizers towards Africans. Visit of the Island and back to Dakar for a city tour of the town.
Location: Dakar, Senegal | Hotel: Terrou Bi Hotel | Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Lampoul - Toubacouta
Lac Rose | Lampoul Desert (2 Nights)
This morning you will go to Lac Rose to visit the famous Pink Lake* in 4X4 car, you will have the opportunity to observe how the locals harvest salt, their main source of livelihood, from the lake. Free Lunch. In the afternoon, drive to Okai Lodge, located between Lompoul and Diogo, about 200 km north of Dakar. This peaceful place, surrounded by some of Senegal’s most beautiful sand dunes, offers a relaxing stay that blends comfort with nature. You will stay in charming tents or bungalows, with the chance to enjoy a magical night under the stars in the Lompoul desert. There is also the possibility to take a camel ride and admire the sunset over the dunes, a unique and beautiful experience.
Location: Lampoul, Senegal | Hotel: Okai Lampoul Hotel | Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Gambia
Banjul (2 Nights)
After completing customs formalities at the border, continue to Barra, and take the ferry to Banjul, the capital of The Gambia. Lunch included. Nestled on an island, Banjul is a unique city with sandy streets, colonial-era architecture, a lively port, and a vibrant local market offering an authentic glimpse of urban West Africa. In the afternoon, explore the capital, Bakau and the Kathakali Crocodile Pool, which is considered a symbol of fertility, still visited by women seeking blessings for pregnancy. Visit Arch 22, then the National Museum focused on different aspects of the country: from archaeology to recent history, art, music and photography. Albert Market will offer a great opportunity to enjoy colorful Africa. Enjoy the rest of the time to relax at the hotel, on the beach at Bijilo.
Location: Banjul, Gambia | Hotel: African Princess | Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Saloum - Saly
Saloum Islands, Joal Fadouth and Saly (2 Nights)
In the morning, transfer to Banjul port to board the ferry that will take us to Barra. We will drive back to Senegal. We might have the chance to see some local market named “Louma” on the way. Direction Palmarin in the heart of Saloum islands. Lunch on the way. Arrival and Installation in our hotel, the afternoon offers the possibility to explore the village by bicycle or horse carriage, try a kayak ride, or simply relax by the water in this peaceful natural setting.
For our last day before leaving the country, direction Ndangane, a peaceful Serer village. We will embark on a pirogue to meet the Serer people who fish in the tangle of islands and mangroves of the Saloum Delta National Park.
Location: Saly, Senegal | Hotel: Lamantin Beach | Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

BOOKING DETAILS
Double Occupancy
Price Per Person- All-Inclusive Rate
- $600 Deposit
- Lodging (High-end, mid-range hotels)
- All Ground Transportation included
- All Meals included
- All tours and Admissions included
- Water during tours included
- International Flights not included
- Travel Protection is not included
Single Occupancy
Price Per Person- All-Inclusive Rate
- $750 Deposit
- Lodging (High-end, mid-range hotels)
- All Ground Transportation included
- All Meals included
- All tours and Admissions included
- Water during tours included
- International Flights not included
- Travel Protection is not included




Booking Details
Deposits: $500 - Double | $750 - Single
Final Payment Due: January 15th, 2027
Cancellation Details
$500 Non-refundable before Jan. 15, 2027
65% Non-refundable Jan. 15 - Feb. 15, 2027
No refund after Feb. 15, 2027

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VISA Information
- Senegal: No visa required for U.S. passport holders.
- Gambia: Visa on arrival is required.
- Detailed instructions will be provided after final payment date.
Vaccination info
- Senegal & Gambia require Malaria medication.
- Senegal & Gambia require a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate or records indicating your protection from yellow fever.
- Travelers should ensure their routine vaccinations (including Hepatitis A, Tetanus, and Typhoid) are up to date prior to travel.
Weather & Climate
Senegal and The Gambia enjoy a warm tropical climate year-round. April falls during the dry season, offering plenty of sunshine, low rainfall, and comfortable conditions for sightseeing, wildlife viewing, and coastal excursions.
Average temperatures are expected to range from 72°F – 93°F (22°C – 34°C).
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is available to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. What some peace of mind as the world begins to open up to us?
Travel insurance is recommended or may be required.
Worth the Journey
"Culture is at the beginning and at the end of all development."
~ Léopold Sédar Senghor
(Poet, Philosopher & First President of Senegal)
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