Private Tour
Dakar City Tour – Markets, Highlights & Local Guide
Overview
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✔ See the best of Dakar including markets, monuments and local neighborhoods
✔ Enjoy a real local experience with your professional guide
✔ Private tour with hotel pickup, comfortable air-conditioned vehicle and free water included
Discover the vibrant capital of Senegal on a guided city tour that combines history, culture and everyday local life. Explore the historic Plateau district, admire colonial architecture, and visit the famous Sandaga Market with insights from your guide.
Enjoy panoramic views along the Atlantic coast, meet local artisans, and experience Dakar beyond the typical tourist routes. This tour is perfect for travelers who want to discover the real Dakar in a comfortable and authentic way.
Please note: This tour does not include Gorée Island.
Tour duration: Approximately 4–5 hours
Flexible departure with hotel pickup included
Languages available: English, French, German and Wolof
✔Wheelchair-friendly routes available upon request
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Le Monument de la Renaissance Africaine
Africa’s tallest statue with panoramic city views
Great Mosque of Dakar
A striking seaside mosque offering spiritual serenity and impressive ocean views. Perfect for photos and cultural insights.
What‘s Included
Gorée Island: Ferry tickets included (included in this option only)
Pink Lake: Boat tour (included in this option only)
All entrance fees included (included in this option only)
Pink Lake: Camel ride (included in this option only)
Bandia: 4x4 Safari in Bandia Reserve (included in this option only)
Gorée Island: Guided visit of the island (included in this option only)
Meals not included in the tour price
Lion enclosure experience in Bandia (optional)
Pickup points
Pullman Dakar Teranga
10, Rue Colbert, Place De L' Independance Dakar Senegal
Days Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Dakar
03 Rue Parent Dakar Senegal
Hotel Ganale
38 Rue Amadou Assane Ndoye, Dakar Senegal
Centre Ville Dakar Place de l'independance Ipres
Place de l'Independance Dakar Senegal
Hotel Oceanic
9 Rue de Thann Dakar Senegal
Hotel Miramar
25-27 Rue Felix Faure, Dakar Senegal
Hotel Al Baraka
35 Rue Abdoul Karim Bourgi, Dakar Senegal
Hotel De L'Arsenal
3 Rue Vincens Prolongee Dakar Senegal
Farid Hotel Restaurant Dakar
51 Rue Vincens, Dakar Senegal
Options
Dakar & Gorée Full Day
Gorée Island: Ferry + guided visit included
Duration: 1 day: Approx. 8 hours (full-day tour)
Dakar & Gorée Route: Dakar city highlights + Gorée Island visit
10-seater van: Air-conditioned, wheelchair accessible
Pickup included
Dakar City Tour Half Day
Duration: 4 hours: Half-day tour (4–5 hours)
Dakar Route: City highlights and local markets
10-seater van: Air-conditioned, wheelchair accessible
Pickup included
Dakar & Pink Lake Full Day
Dakar City + Pink Lake: Discover Dakar’s highlights before heading to the famous Pink Lake. Enjoy city views, local markets and monuments, followed b
Duration: 1 day
Comfortable 10-seater vehicle: Air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver, suitable for small groups and wheelchair accessible on request.
Pickup included
Dakar & Bandia Safari Full Day
Dakar City + Bandia Reserve: Explore Dakar’s main highlights before heading to Bandia Wildlife Reserve for an exciting safari experience. See giraffes, rh
Duration: 1 day
Comfortable 10-seater vehicle: Air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver, suitable for small groups and wheelchair accessible on request.
Pickup included
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I had a great time...
Katherine X,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I had a great time exploring Dakar with Babacar! He was very flexible and accommodating and showed me various sites of interest, and he even helped me bargain in the markets. I wound up setting up another private tour with him to go to the Pink Lake.
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