West African rhythms, Gorée Island and a colonial river town.
Dakar is a lively Atlantic capital of music, markets and surf spots, with Gorée Island and its sobering House of Slaves offshore. Colonial Saint-Louis on the Senegal River is a UNESCO town with pelicans in the Djoudj bird sanctuary nearby.
Known for
- Climbing & via ferratas
- Culture
- History
- Photography
Best time to visit
The best months for Dakar & Saint-Louis are January, February, March, April, May, November and December.
Suggested route
5 nights across 2 stops. Jourimo adjusts it to the length of your trip.
- 1Dakar · 3 nights
- 2Saint-Louis · 2 nights