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Chic Nomad: Senegal
Dakar, Senegal
Duration: 9 days
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$3,600
Deposit: $200

About your trip

This isn’t a tour. It’s for travelers who care about where they go and how it feels when they get there. Over 9 days and 8 nights, you’ll experience Senegal in a way that’s both intimate and expansive. From the energy of Dakar to the heavy heritage of Goree Island, nothing is rushed, nothing is random. Expect thoughtful touches, warm hospitality, and moments that feel both cinematic and grounded. It’s the kind of trip that looks good but feels even better.

What's included

Afro chic lodging

Authentic-chic stays (solo rooms by default unless you're coming with a friend and want to share for a discount)

Meals

Daily breakfasts + select group meals — or go all in with a full meal plan (your choice)

Activities and excursion

Climb Africa’s tallest statue, float on a pink lake, ride camels through the dunes, eat barefoot, and stand where history still echoes. This is Senegal, layered and alive.

Travel + visa assistance

Your dedicated trip coordinator will provide support with the visa process, if required as well as other relevant matters

All Transfers

Unlimited bottled water

What's not included

Insurance

Travel insurance will be required before departure.

Tips and extras

Flight to Senegal

Visa fees (if needed)

Day 1

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Arrival in Dakar

 Arrive in Dakar. A guide will greet you with your name at the airport.  

Day 2

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Tour of Dakar: African Renaissance Monument, Pink Lake

 Tour of Dakar - explore the capital main touristic attractions : African Renaissance Monument, Mosque of Dakar, Black Civilization Museum and  depart to the Lac Rose, a curious natural phenomenon with its 360 grams of salt per liter of water. Free time to enjoy a bathing experience in the lake.  

Day 3

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Thies and Lompoul Desert

 Stop in Thies and its market on the way to Lompoul Desert. Admire the sunset in the desert and continue to the historic city of Saint Louis.  

Day 4

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Tour of city of Saint Louis - UNESCO World Heritage Site

 Morning tour of the island of Saint Louis, former capital of Senegal, with the possibility of witnessing the arrival of fishermen from Guet Ndar.  

Day 5

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Ferlo and Great Mosque of Touba

 Visit to Ferlo and one on one experience with local family from the village. Stop at the holy city of Touba to visit the Great Mosque and continue to Saly.  

Day 6

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Explore the Sine Saloum Deta

 Stop in Joal Fadiouth then enjoy a pirogue tour of the Saloum river from Simal to Palmarin. Witness birds and  sea life and enjoy lunch in the river-literally, les pieds-dans-l'eau (feet in the water).  

Day 7

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Enjoy Saly

 Relax and enjoy Saly and its cool vibe.  

Day 8

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Amazing experience with Lions and Goree Island

 Walk and/or ride with real Lions, the kings of the Jungle on this once in a lifetime experience.  Then return to Dakar and depart to Goree Island by ferry boat (20 minutes). Visit of the island with flowered houses, colonial architecture, and the Sanctuary of Slavery: the House of Slaves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Also visit the church and the historical museum of Senegal. Free time to enjoy a pleasant swim in a peaceful environment.  

Day 9

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Dakar

 Enjoy your last day in Dakar. Shop for souvenirs, relax by the beach and leave to the airport. 

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1. Dakar, Senegal

Dakar, Senegal

About your organizer

Luxika Africa aims to showcase off-the-beaten-path destinations in Africa, in authentic luxury and style. There's so much more to the continent than the well-known destinations tourists usually stick to. Africa is a gem and contrary to the popular belief heavily advertised by the mass media, the continent is not only poverty, war and misery. Allow us to take you to a journey that'll change your life and your perception of the motherland forever.

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