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Senegal Tours & Holiday

Experience the vibrant culture and natural beauty of Senegal with our expertly guided small group tours and holiday packages.

  • Time zoneGMT+0
  • CurrencyWest African CFA franc (XOF)
  • LanguageFrench (official); Wolof widely spoken
  • Travel styleSmall group
Overview

An introduction to Senegal

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.

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Why visit

What makes Senegal worth the journey

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A place apart

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.

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Extraordinary birdlife

Djoudj National Park, one of the three largest bird reserves in the world, draws over 1.5 million migratory birds each season, making Senegal holidays a dream for wildlife enthusiasts.

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History that stays with you

From the Door of No Return on Gorée Island to the UNESCO-listed colonial city of Saint-Louis, Senegal's layered history is both profound and essential to understanding the wider Atlantic story.

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Moments

Unrepeatable in a guidebook

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Highlights

The highlights of Senegal

Gorée Island

Walk the colonial streets to the Maison des Esclaves and stand at the iconic Door of No Return — one of the most historically powerful stops on any Senegal tour.

Djoudj National Park

One of the three largest bird reserves in the world, Djoudj draws over 1.5 million migratory birds each season, including vast colonies of pelicans and flamingos.

Lac Rose (Lake Retba)

Just north of Dakar, the pink-hued waters of this remarkable salt lake are tinted by harmless algae — a vivid and uniquely Senegalese scene.

Saint-Louis

Senegal's first colonial capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site — explore its elegant island centre by horse-drawn carriage and visit the fishing community along the Langue de Barbarie.

Sine-Saloum Delta

A tranquil wilderness of mangroves, lagoons and sandbanks best explored by canoe from the eco-lodge at Palmarin — one of the most peaceful landscapes in West Africa.

Mar Lodj & the Sérère Villages

Cross by canoe to the island of Mar Lodj and visit the communities of Marfafaco, where the Sérère people maintain centuries-old traditions.

Touba & the Grand Mosque

The spiritual heart of the Mouride Brotherhood and home to one of the largest mosques in Africa — a rare and respectful insight into Senegalese Islamic culture.

Joal-Fadiouth & Shell Island

An entire island built on a bed of shells, with an inter-faith cemetery, ancient baobab groves and the forests of Samba Dia on the journey back to Dakar.

Senegal rewards travellers who slow down — the best stories are found off the tour-bus route.

From the field

When to go

Picking the right season for your trip

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

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Looking to travel outside the typical windows? Our Senegal tailor-made team can advise on the best time for you.

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What travellers say about us

Reviews from across our small-group programme. Independently rated 4.9 Excellent on AITO by 250+ travellers.

A very enjoyable time. You select good local tour operators and guides. We had a very capable guide, Magyama, and a skilled driver, Rassoul.
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Werner Fobo, Germany

Jamilla was so welcoming, organised and reassuring throughout our stay, even in the face of unexpected challenges she adapted and enabled us to have an amazing time so thank you. And to reinforce my thanks to Hafez, who organised our transport from Dunia to Orango and was the middle-man for our first few days. Went above and beyond.
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Traveller from the UK

Great trip, great sightseeing and tribal experiences as well as great local rep. The itinerary was great and we also got to see an unexpected tribal ceremony in the Casamance part of Senegal. Another very agreeable surprise was a trip to Kayar, a large fishing village on the Atlantic Ocean coastline.
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Dominic Turnbull, USA

Jason was very helpful and the booking process was quick and easy. UD offers itineraries that many competitors do not. I thoroughly enjoyed both trips I've taken with them. While they may not suit everyone, I have happily recommended the Senegal tour to fellow travellers.
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Bernice Hird, UK

Helped by Jason van der Wath

Excellent customer service, reliable itineraries and ability to solve local issues when they arise
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Gustavo Musto, Uruguay

I like the small size of groups, the range of destinations and excellent itineraries. This is my third holiday with your company and I have found your itineraries really good.
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Traveller from the UK

Excellent company to book with. Complex tour mostly delivered as per itinerary with professional and pleasant local representatives.
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Adam Choonara, UK

Jason was outstanding, patiently answering my many questions about the Senegal trip, particularly regarding accessibility. He was professional, supportive, warm and friendly, giving me the confidence to book. I truly appreciate his exceptional service and support.
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Ramnit Bassi, UK

Helped by Jason van der Wath

Undiscovered Destinations is able to find wonderful support staff and will go to the far corners of the earth.
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Patricia Taylor, UK

This is my third trip with UD and all have been first rate.
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Judith Hoyle, UK

Can’t find the right fit?

Every one of our Senegal journeys can be rebuilt around your dates, pace and interests — or we’ll design something entirely new.

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Tailor-made journeys

Didn’t find your perfect Senegal trip?

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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Questions, answered

Planning a trip to Senegal?

  • 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.

Before you go

Essential information

Shared across all tours that visit this destination. Read alongside your individual tour dossier for trip-specific details.

Foreign Office travel advice

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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Start planning your Senegal adventure

Join a small-group departure, or let our Senegal specialists craft a private journey shaped around your dates and interests.

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