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Senegal: The Soul of Teranga
Dakar, Senegal
Nov 12 - 19, 2026
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$3,255
Deposit: $500

About your trip

Forget rushed tours. Forget oversized buses. Forget ticking boxes. This is Senegal the TML way. You don’t travel just to see a place. You travel to feel it.

  • To stand inside history at House of Slaves on Gorée Island and understand what it means.

  • To wander the pastel streets of Saint-Louis by horse carriage as jazz floats in the air.

  • Explore the dunes of Lompoul Desert as the sun melts into the Sahara’s edge.

  • To relax along Senegal’s Petit Côte, where the Atlantic speaks in waves.

This is not just a tour. This is Teranga — the Senegalese spirit of hospitality — experienced fully.

NB: This trip is confirmed with a minimum of eight (8) guests. If the minimum number of guests required to operate the trip is not met, the trip will be cancelled and all payments will be refunded, less any non-refundable credit card processing or transaction fees.

Where You'll Stay

We've selected stays that offer rest, comfort, and connection-because where you lay your head is part of the story too.

Dakar- Onomo Hotel*

An African lifestyle brand, celebrating the continent in its diversity, art, and cultures. Offering travelers comfort and design, all with the best of African hospitality – a smile.

Rooted in a rapidly changing Africa, our brand develops hotels that celebrate African culture and art in the heart of the continent. Our ambition: to offer lifestyle hotels that showcase the local identity and culture of our destinations.

Lompoul-Okai Oasis Desert*

An oasis in the middle of Senegal's most beautiful dune desert. OKAÏ invites you on a magical journey. The OKAÏ hotel represents a vision of high-end tourism, combining serenity, authenticity and the preservation of nature.

Saint Louis- Hotel de la Residence*

Hotel La Résidence welcomes you to the city of Saint-Louis. Located on the Senegal River, the former capital of French West Africa, Saint-Louis, the beautiful sleeping city, is sure to captivate any traveler. Discover the richness of its architectural heritage, the warmth of its people with their traditional customs and festivals, as well as its diverse flora and fauna, exceptional landscapes, and varied crafts.

Saly- Hotel Royam*

Hotel Royam, located in Saly on the Petite Côte in Senegal, offers you an unforgettable experience in an idyllic setting. Nestled in the heart of a lush tropical garden and just steps from a coconut palm-fringed beach, this hotel combines tranquility and a complete change of scenery.

Who This Trip Is For

This journey is for travelers who crave connections to culture , to history, and to themselves.

  • You've always dreamed of travelling to Senegal, but wanted to do it in community, not alone.

  • You wanted more than a vacation- you want meaning, beauty, and real cultural depth.

  • You're a solo traveler, a duo, or a small friend group looking for a cultural, no-stress experience.

  • You believe travel should transform, not just entertain.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the name of the airport in Senegal and its code?

Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) Dakar, Senegal

You will need to book your flight to Senegal, ensuring you arrive in Dakar (Blaise Diagne International Airport) by the start date of your trip- November 12th. Upon arrival, you will be greated by our team for a smooth transfer to your hotel. We include round-trip airport transfers to and from the hotel. Hotel check-in: from 2:00 PM and usually until midnight.

Do I need a visa for Senegal

U. S. citizens do not need a visa to enter Senegal for tourism or business stays of fewer than 90 days. Travelers holding passport from other countries should contact the Senegalese Consulate General or appropriate embassy to confirm current visa requirements prior to departure.

You must hold a valid passport for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.

*Meals

Our Welcome Dinner in Senegal will include an alcoholic beverage and dessert as part of our celebratory opening evening.

For each additional meal, we include the average cost of an entree and non-alcoholic beverage at that specific restaurant. If you wish to buy higher-end menus items or desserts, we may ask you to cover the difference in price. Alcohol and dessert are not included.

What's included

Accommodations

4 boutique hotels in Dakar, Lompoul, Saint Louis, and Saly

Excursions & Tours

Over 7 activites -including tours, UNESCO sites, ride camels in the dunes and wander the old colonial streets of Saint Louis

Select Meals*

7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 4 dinners* Unlimited bottled water.

Ground Transportation

Private group airport pick-up & comfortable inter-city travel

Host & Local Guides

Travel with your TML host + trusted local guides for every step of the journey

Welcome Bag

A curated gift to greet you

What's not included

Roundtrip Airfare

Round-trip airfare to and from Senegal are not included

Travel Insurance

Not included but strongly recommended

Yellow Fever Vaccine

Yellow-fever vaccination is required for entry into Senegal. Please bring proof of immunization.

Passport & Visa Fees

A visa is not required for U.S. citizens for entry under 90 days. Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date

Day 1: Thursday, Nov 12

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Welcome to Senegal

Touch down in Dakar and take your first breath of the Senegalese air. You will be greeted by your TML host and our local guide, who will take you to a nearby beach resort.

Lunch and dinner only are included on this day.

Overnight: Onomo Hotel, Dakar

Day 2: Friday, Nov 13

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Journey to Goree Island & African Renaissance Meseum

This morning you will board a ferry to Goree Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the complicated colonial history , as well as its prominent role in the transatlantic slave trade. Next, you will visit the Meseum of Black Civilization, a realization of Senegal's first president, and the African Renaissance Momument.

Breakfast and lunch only are included on this day

Overnight: Onomo Hotel, Dakar

Day 3: Saturday, Nov 14

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Dakar City Tour & Grand Mosque

This morning you will make a few stops in Dakar. You will have to chance to visit the Grand Mosque of Dakar, one of the most important religious buildings in Senegal. Next, you will make a brief stop at the Medina Market for a look into the lives of the locals. Later, you will head to Lompoul, situated roughly halfway between Dakar and Saint Louis.

All meals are included on this day

Overnight: Okai Oasis Desert

*ATVs and sandboarding are optional and not included

Day 4: Sunday, Nov 15

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Travel To Saint Louis

This morning you will depart Lompoul and travel north to Saint Louis. This historic city is situated on an island at the mouth of the Senegal River, and was the prized capital of the French colony. Renowned for its colorful colonial architecture, Saint Louis is also known for its large colorful fishing villages and nearby beaches.

All meals are included on this day

Overnight: Hotel de la Residence

Day 5: Monday, Nov 16

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Explore Djoudj National Birds Santuary and Cultural Performance

Today you will drive outside of Saint Louis to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Djoudj National Birds Sanctuary, passing many traditional villages along the border with Mauritania as you make your way northeast to the sanctuary. Later this

evening, you will experience a traditional cultural performance. This performance will involve a wide range of Senegalese and West African traditional dance, and will take you deep into the culture of the local people.

Breakfast and lunch only are included on this day.

Overnight: Hotel de la Residence

Day 6: Tuesday, Nov 17

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Market Life and Journey to Saly

Today you will head south to Saly. On your way, you will make a stop at the basket market and have the chance to shop for beautifully handcrafted baskets, woven with vibrant colors and intriguing designs. It is a perfect opportunity to pick up unique souvenirs while interacting with the local artisans who create them. Upon arrival in Saly, you will relax and enjoy the beaches and watch the

waves crash into the sand by your hotel as you recover from the days of touring. Welcome to the Petit Cote, a strip of Senegal’s coastline that is known for its palm-lined beachside resorts and is the ideal place to relax and enjoy the Atlantic Ocean.

Breakfast only is included on this day

Overnight: Hotel Royam

Day 7: Wednesday, Nov 18

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Wildlife Adventure & Village Experience

This morning you will make your way to Bandia. Bandia Reserve is a small conservation area known for its indigenous and imported wildlife. Your guided jeep safari will allow you to see a range of species, including zebra, buffalo, giraffe, rhinoceros, roan antelope, pata monkeys, vervet monkeys, crocodiles, and more.

Breakfast and lunch only are included on this day.

Overnight: Hotel Royam

Day 8: Thursday, Nov 19

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Farewell for Now

This morning you will head to Mbour market. Mbour is the most important town on the Petit Cote with around 600,000 inhabitants, and is home to a fish market which has evolved into one of the most important fish handling centres in West Africa. Finally you will head to the airport, where you will say goodbye to our local guide and fly off with new memories to last a lifetime.

Breakfast and lunch only are included on this day.

Overnight: Flight

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1. Dakar, Senegal

Dakar, Senegal

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