Senegal holidays
It’s West African, it’s French, it’s coastal, it’s musical and right now, it’s very hot as a new destination to discover. Senegal holidays & Senegal tours have a vibrant mixture of modern West Africa in Dakar, French history in stylish St. Louis, village life peppering the shores of the palm fringed Senegal River, old colonial fortifications at Podor, & everywhere prolific wildlife. Birdsong fills the hills & Senegal songs fill the towns.
14 Senegal holiday reviews
From
£3,949
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
It's almost impossible to pick one thing. The range and variety of experiences were fantastic. Perhaps the thing that will stick most vividly in my memory was
the time spent at the fishing village of Kayar.
Tips?
Be prepared for a lot or road travel and also several quite long ocean trips in a speedboat:- take lots of anti-seasick medicine if you are susceptible and if you
have back problems, be prepared for hours of bumpy rides. The bird-watching is ... (more)Michael Segal
From
£2,935
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Travelling along the beach to the next town. Watching the boats come in and traffic using the beach instead of the highway.
Tips?
Pack the necessary as when travelling to other African countries
Local benefits?
Yes. After covid all money spent in hotels and tips benefitted the locals who hadn't earned anything/very little for 2 years
Overall rating?
Wonderful. We were looked after extremely well all the way. In spite of a break down, which is ... (more)Jane Cowan
From
US $3,780
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
We have many wonderful memories of our stay. We particularly appreciated the insights into Senegalese culture provided by our guides Leïty and Oumar.
Tips?
Make sure you’re happy with the longish drives between some of the destinations (we thought they were worth it but they can seem long and you can’t play on your phone!). Carry notes of different value, ready for tipping. Have a pair of socks ready when visiting mosques.
Local benefits?
We had meals in ... (more)Genevieve Talon
From
£1,959
excluding flights
Most memorable was our wonderful guide Assan and driver Osman. Assan's knowledge was fantastic and it was super to hear about the culture. (more)Sarah Jane Blunt
The boat ride on the Gambia River was amazing. Be flexible and keep an open mind. You will travel where few people visit, and it is wonderful. (more)Karen Jennemann
Excellent. Just excellent. The tour guide, Assan Saine, was easily one of the best guides I’ve ever had and made sure that each of us had the special experience we were hoping for. I would definitely return to The Gambia. Thanks to Responsible Travel for introducing this tour to me and indeed, all my tours! (more)Shawna Turner
From
US $3,895
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
They were wonderful! Our driver and guide were very attenntive.
Tips?
Just enjoy.
Local benefits?
I would like to believe it did.
Overall rating?
Superb, and I have traveled all over the planet. (more)Sandra Akacem
From
US $2,975
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Bird watching in Djoudj
Senegal tapestry and carpet making at Thies
Goree Island
Tips?
No visible mosquitoes in February/March
Local benefits?
Excellent local guide and very sensible local driver, helpful and interesting
Overall rating?
Very enjoyable and informative. (more)Stephanie Hobhouse
