View allIts not 5 star hotels and bug free but that is ok and makes it more of an adventurous and exciting tour.
Thomas, traveled in November
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- Gold Operator
- Penguin Travel
- Explorer
- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 8 - 12
- Age range 18 to 75
Highlights
- Explore Dakar's vibrant markets and landmarks
- Visit Gore Island, a key site in slave trade history
- Discover Mbour's bustling fishing port and markets
- Experience Sipo's culture and Bird Island's wildlife
- Tour the mysterious Wassu Stone Circles by boat
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Dakar
- Day 2 Dakar - Île de Gorée (Gore Island) - Dakar
- Day 3 Dakar - Mbour - Toubakouta
- Day 4 Toubakouta - Sipo Village - Bird island - Toubakouta
- Day 5 Toubakouta - Georgetown (the Gambia)
- Day 6 Baboon Island - Wassu Stone Circles - Tendaba
- Day 7 Tendeba - Touba
- Day 8 Tuba - Saint Louis (Senegal)
- Day 9 Saint Louis - Djoudj National Park - Lompoul
- Day 10 Departure
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
Operated by
Penguin Travel
Number of tours
41
Age Range
18 to 80 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
92%
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- ItineraryRather poor
- GuideAverage
- TransportAverage
- AccommodationRather poor
- FoodAverage
- GDGinger· November 10th, 2024Over the past 20 years I have travelled to many places in Africa. I also did a group tour thru India a few years ago, two different mainland Mexico trips, I volunteered in Haiti and other places. So coming to West Africa was not my first rodeo as they say. I was with Penguin Travel before and have booked with Tour Radar in the past, but this trip was so unorganised. The way we moved around from one place to the other made no sense. Sometimes it seemed we were going in circles. Coming into the Lompoul Desert after dark meant eating and then just going to bed and then getting up to eat breakfast and leaving. Not much of an experience. Chez Camille was not a good stay as they had no food or beverages available other than just breakfast and we stayed there 2 different times. I have a hearing disability that I always point out to guides when I am on a trip and have always had them make sure that I understood the days plans and I have never had a problem like I did here, communication was a big problem even though I pointed it out more than once. I did receive kind help from the guide at times as well as from other members of the group. But overall, I've certainly been on much better group tours. The infrastructure of the country certainly is below par, but the people were so smiling and friendly.Show more
Penguin Travel commented on this reviewHello Ginger, thank you for your detailed feedback. We’re sorry this trip didn’t fully meet your expectations but are glad you found the local people warm and friendly. We’ll work on improving organization and communication, and we hope to see you on... Show moreTrip date: October 2024 - Thomas· November 10th, 2023Everything to be expected on a trip like this...Show morePenguin Travel commented on this reviewHello Thomas, Thank you for taking the time to write your review. Your comments are much appreciated and we are happy to hear you enjoyed your trip. Looking forward to seeing you on another Penguin Tour in the future. Best wishes, Penguin Travel TeamTrip date: November 2023
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Hannah
Asked on January 7th, 2025I am considering taking a week off to visit Senegal and am looking for an organized, budget-friendly trip. I plan to arrive in Senegal on the afternoon or evening of May 9th and depart on May 16th or 17th. I'm particularly interested in wildlife and animals, so activities like birdwatching, visiting parks, or similar experiences would be ideal. Do you have any offerings that might align with this? If so, could you also let me know the price?
Penguin TravelOperator•Written January 2025Unfortunately, our group tour dates are in February and October 2024. We can check for a private tour based on one person. However, keep in mind it will be much higher price. Let me know if we should do it.
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Hannah
Traveler•Written January 2025How much higher would be the price?
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Paul
Asked on November 17th, 2024What type of accommodations are provided?
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written November 2024
The standard accommodation is in a 3-star hotel, but upgrades to 5-star accommodations are available for an additional cost.
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Andrés
Asked on October 25th, 2024What should I do if I need assistance during the tour?
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written October 2024
For assistance during the tour, you can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button.
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Marion
Asked on September 25th, 2024What transportation is used during the tour?
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written September 2024
Transportation will typically be via coach or minibus, depending on the size of the group.
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Ilian
Asked on July 22nd, 2024How many participants are usually on the tour?
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written July 2024
The group size typically ranges from 6 to 12 participants.
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Justin
Asked on June 1st, 2024Is this a group tour with only single travelers? I am traveling alone
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written June 2024
This is a group tour, usually we have 6-12 participants.
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Sara
Asked on May 20th, 2024Are there any extra costs I should be aware of?
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written May 2024
Yes, local payments and optional activities may incur additional costs not covered in the tour price.
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Alison
Asked on May 11th, 2024Could you tell us which hotel this is where the tour starts?
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Alison
Traveler•Written May 2024Could you tell us at what time we will arrive at the airport on the last day?
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written May 2024
The final accommodation list will be sent 14 days before departure. We use standard 3* tourist hotels. If you wish we can book the extra overnights for you.
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written May 2024
We recommend departure flights after 6pm so there is sufficient time to reach the airport.
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Nadia
Asked on May 10th, 2024What are the exact names of the hotel? Especially the first one, as they would be arriving some days before.
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Nadia
Traveler•Written May 2024At what time will they be at the airport on the last day?
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written May 2024
Confirmed hotel list will be available 14 days before departure.
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written May 2024
On the last day, we recommend departure flights after 6pm.
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Brooke
Asked on May 10th, 2024What are the exact names of the hotel? Especially the first one, as they would be arriving some days before.
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written May 2024
Confirmed hotel list will be available 14 days before departure. On the last day, we recommend departure flights after 6pm.
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