
West Africa's most welcoming nation
Senegal's reputation for warmth and stability makes it the ideal introduction to West African travel, with a rich culture that opens itself naturally to curious visitors.

Experience the vibrant culture and natural beauty of Senegal with our expertly guided small group tours and holiday packages.
Westernmost on the African continent, Senegal is one of West Africa's most rewarding and culturally rich destinations — refreshingly uncrowded, authentic, and full of contrasts. From the vivacity of Dakar's artistic heart and the UNESCO slave history of Gorée Island to the jazz-loving colonial streets of Saint-Louis and the tranquil waterways of the Saloum Delta, Senegal tours reveal a country that fosters its customs and nurtures its talents in equal measure.
Our small group Senegal holidays take you across grassy plains and arid open spaces, past elegant French colonial architecture and deep into traditional village heartlands where life continues much as it always has. Beyond the towns lies a land of abundant birdlife — Djoudj National Park hosts over 1.5 million migratory birds and is one of the largest bird reserves in the world — while the calm channels of the Sine-Saloum Delta shelter pelicans, flamingos and rare coastal ecosystems. Whether you join our seven-day Senegal Coast and Delta Explorer or extend your journey to Guinea-Bissau's remote Bijagós Archipelago on our 15-day explorer, every Senegal tour package is led by expert local guides with a maximum of 12 travellers, ensuring a personal and immersive experience from start to finish.


Senegal
Small-group departures led by local experts, plus private tailor-made itineraries shaped around your interests, pace and dates.
Senegal rewards travellers who slow down — the best stories are found off the tour-bus route.
From the field
Senegal has a tropical climate with two distinct seasons. The dry season runs from November to May and is the best time for Senegal travel packages — warm and sunny with low humidity, particularly pleasant for wildlife watching in Djoudj and exploring the Saloum Delta by canoe. The rainy season (June to October) brings heavy downpours, high humidity and lush green landscapes across the interior. All Undiscovered Destinations Senegal departures run during the dry season — in November, December, March and May
Looking to travel outside the typical windows? Our Senegal tailor-made team can advise on the best time for you.
Dispatches, field notes and practical advice from our specialists.
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Every one of our Senegal journeys can be rebuilt around your dates, pace and interests — or we’ll design something entirely new.
We’ll build one around you.
If our scheduled Senegal tour packages don't suit your travel dates or group, we can design a bespoke Senegal holiday around your own itinerary. Whether you want longer time in Dakar and on Gorée Island, a private canoe safari through the Sine-Saloum Delta, an extended stay at the eco-lodge in Palmarin, or a private extension into Guinea-Bissau and the Bijagós Archipelago, our team will build a tailor-made Senegal trip from scratch. We use the same expert local guides and carefully chosen accommodation as our group tours, ensuring the same quality and depth of experience — just entirely on your own terms. Contact us to discuss your ideas.
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Visa requirements depend on your nationality. UK and most EU and US passport holders do not currently require a visa for short stays, but requirements can change. We advise all travellers to check the latest requirements with the Senegalese embassy before departure and to carry a valid passport with at least six months' validity.
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Before booking your Senegal holiday, familiarise yourself with the latest country-specific guidance on the FCDO Senegal travel advice page. This includes up-to-date immigration requirements and any travel advisories. We monitor FCDO guidance closely and will always inform clients of any relevant changes. At present there are no warnings against travel to the areas of Senegal we visit. Other nationals should check the current position with their respective government travel authority.
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