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Gorée Island full-day tour from Pointe Sarène
Attractions & guided tours
Pointe Sarène, Senegal
4.4/5
Free Cancellation
Language:
English
,
French
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 10 Hours
Do this because
Take a ferry ride from Pointe Sarène to Gorée Island
Browse the painters' workshops along the narrow streets
Visit the House of Slaves Museum and the Church of St Charles
What to expect
Embark on an early morning journey to the tranquil Gorée Island. After a 2-hour drive from Pointe Sarène, you'll reach the harbour, where a ferry awaits to transport you to the island. The island is a haven of peace and tranquillity, with narrow, serene lanes and red ochre houses adorned with bougainvilleas adding to its undeniable charm. Recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Gorée Island serves as a poignant reminder of history, having seen millions of people pass through before being taken to America as enslaved people.Your visit will include a tour of former slave houses, St Charles' church, and the historical museum. You'll also have the opportunity to stroll down the alleyways and explore local painters' workshops. Enjoy lunch at a charming restaurant on the island before returning to Dakar in the early afternoon.In Dakar, the heart of western Africa's political, economic and cultural reunification, you'll embark on a city tour. This includes a visit to the bustling "plateau" district, where you'll see key landmarks such as the railway station, city hall, Independence Square, and the Presidential Palace. This journey offers a blend of serene beauty and rich history, making it an unforgettable experience.
What's included
Entrance fees
Lunch
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Local guide
Bottled water
What's not included
Drinks
What to remember
Know in advance:
If you have special dietary requirements, please fill in the dedicated field at checkout
Infants (age 0-2) can join for free and don't need a ticket
Remember to bring:
Passport (it's mandatory to join the tour)
Provider
NOUVELLES FRONTIERES SENEGAL
Booking Fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation Fee
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins
Where
Hotel Riu Baobab, Parcelle 4, Pointe Sarène, Senegal
Reviews
great
4.4/5
Based on
28 reviews from verified customers
C
Cor
March 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 50 years old
Excellent
R
Reinhold
March 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
Alone
Excellent
Sehr empfehlenswert!
L
Lorna
February 2025
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 28 years old
Great
The guides were great and full of information. The lunch was pretty poor, the tables weren't clean and the food was cold
A
Art
February 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 21 years old
Excellent
The day was well organised and had a good itinerary. The coach wasn't that comfortable (no leg room) but water was frequently offered and appreciated. The guide spoke good English and was inclusive and informative. I appreciated the stop at Dakar market, however this was very, very rushed. I just about had time to buy one piece of fabric. Overall though an excellent day out and highly recommended.
E
ELZBIETA
December 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
With family
- 48 years old
Great
LONG TIME BUS
R
Richard W, Essex
November 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
With family
- 45 years old
Great
Really enjoyable day and learnt lots. Great cultural experience. Length of day was good. Guide was excellent. Would have preferred a little more time in the market in Dakar to have bought something.
G
Goree island is a must do
November 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 37 years old
Excellent
Trip was amazing Learnt so much about the history of Goree island. Tour guide was excellent. Going round Dakar and rhe market was an experience Seeing the monument was amazing A long day but absolutely well worth it
M
Marianne
September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 24 years old
Great
Erg lange dag, zeker met de lange reistijd ernaartoe. Moesten daarnaast ook veel wachten onder andere anderhalf uur op de boot bij de heenweg. Verdeling van de groepen ook niet logisch: er zaten Engelse en Duitse bij elkaar, waardoor de gids zijn verhaal telkens 2 keer moest doen
M
Mymy
August 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
Alone
- 37 years old
Excellent
Tout était parfait sauf la propreté surtout au niveau sanitaire.
E
Elaine
April 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
With friends
- 41 years old
Great
It is a long day, it was very hot. The microphones in the bus had some feedback so made it difficult to hear some of the commentary at the back of the bus. The tour of Dakar was interesting as was the island. Lunch was delicious. Would have liked more time in the slave house, which was moving and atmospheric despite being very crowded but there is a lot to pack in when such long distances are involved on busy roads.
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.
April 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With family
- 24 years old
Excellent
J
Jeanette
April 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 32 years old
Average
No information provided prior to the trip about the detail. No free time to experience the city and island - herded around a bit. One of the 2 guides shouted all day and was distorted on the microphone making it impossible to hear - we told him this but he still did it :/ The place is amazing so would recommend the visit but you need to tailor the tour a bit better to allow free time in Goree and to see the Dakar embassies, station and market not just from the bus window!
J
jimmy
April 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 35 years old
Excellent
D
D.M.
April 2024
From Germany
Traveled as
As a couple
- 36 years old
Excellent
U
Ulla
March 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 49 years old
Excellent
Ein Guide der auch deutsch spricht wäre nicht verkehrt ?? hatte Probleme mit den Treppen beim runter laufen. Hier wäre eine Info für ältere oder gehbehinderte Menschen hilfreich. Fleyer nicht nur französisch und englisch sondern auch in deutsch
I
Ira
March 2024
From Germany
Traveled as
With family
- 33 years old
Excellent
R
Rita
March 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 44 years old
Great
Very interesting, staff very informative and helpful,. But be aware toilet facilities poor and street hawkers overly persiy and pushy
C
Clinton and Mary
March 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 60 years old
Excellent
Very interesting and thought-provoking. Slavery was truly horrendous. A very pretty island with lovely views and interesting buildings. A trip worth doing. Not a trip for anyone with restricted mobility. Getting on and off the ferry would be impossible and there is a lot of walking over uneven ground with steep steps up to the highest point. A very good lunch was included
A
AmandaJF
January 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With family
- 49 years old
Excellent
The trip was an eye opening experience on many levels. Our guide, Solomon gave a very informative, unbiased account of the islands hisory
S
silkevacasiones
January 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 40 years old
Great
Es war zu wenig Zeit auf der Insel. Wir konnten das Museum nicht in Ruhe ansehen. Daher war der Ausflug , für das geboten wurde, leider zu teuer. Das Essen war sehr ??. Es war für mich sehr emotional, die ganze Geschichte der Sklaven dort, zu hören. Aber auch sehr informativ. Wir hatten sehr nette guides
P
Paul Dobinson
December 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 51 years old
Excellent
This was the perfect holiday for relaxing in real heat. The hotel was amazing as expected. Overall not one complaint with the whole experience.
S
sophie
December 2023
From Belgium
Traveled as
Alone
- 26 years old
Great
R
RB
December 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 46 years old
Excellent
N
Nicole
November 2023
From Germany
Traveled as
As a couple
- 31 years old
Great
Gut organisiert, interessanter Ausflug, Guide hat auf englisch und deutsch erklärt. Im Sklavenhaus war es viel zu voll. Die Händler sind zum Teil zu aufdringlich. Die Touris würden eher was kaufen wenn sie in Ruhe schauen könnten, ohne bedrängt zu werden.
B
Brian
November 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 49 years old
Excellent
J
JL
November 2023
From Belgium
Traveled as
As a couple
- 36 years old
Great
Moins apprécié : à l'aller nous avons du nous arreter avec le bus et patienter 50 minutes à proximité d'un rond point pour attendre des vacanciers du Royal horizon Baobab !!!! Il faudrait peut être coordonner les heures de départ des navettes afin d'éviter ce genre de désagrément. Ce sont les accompateurs qui ont subi la mauvaise humeur des vacanciers. Apparemment ce problème est récurrent.
S
Sean
November 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as
Alone
- 20 years old
Great
pick up time was different for online bookers compared to people who booked in resort . Was given the option of booking certain day for guide in English on trip was a mixture of French, and Belgium not a problem until we got to Gorée where was told to wait in temperatures of 35.c outside to have the tour in English we just decided to explore it alone as it was so unbearably hot to wait would I recommend the trip yes But not with tui unfortunately
S
Sab
October 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as
With family
- 21 years old
Excellent
Vous ne pouvez pas aller au Sénégal sans visiter l’île de goree. c’est un endroit magnifique, magique, plein de culture et d’émotion
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