Goree island and Black civilisation museum

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2 to 4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

The island’s colonial-style houses, adorned with wrought-iron balconies and draped in lush bougainvillea, evoke a tranquil Mediterranean charm. Despite its quiet beauty, Gorée remains the most popular destination for international tourists and locals alike.
The island is most famous for the Maison des Esclaves (House of Slaves), a historic building preserved as a museum and poignant memorial to the Atlantic slave trade. Visitors can walk through the cramped cells where men, women, and children were held before their forced journey across the ocean. The most haunting feature is the "Door of No Return"—a narrow stone portal opening directly onto the Atlantic, symbolizing the final glimpse millions of Africans had of their homeland before being transported into a life of servitude.
The museum's collections offer us a window into the evolution of the human species and the complexity of ancient societies. The art pieces on exhibit reveal the exceptional craftsmanship of our ancestors.

What's Included

entry tickets, water
All Fees and Taxes
In-person guide
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We can pick you up at any hotel or place in Dakar.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Goree Island

    Visiting Goree is quite an emotionally moving lesson to learn. Visitors can discover the beautiful streets search through the slave house for further knowledge of the slave history and have a top-bottom overview of the ocean from the hilly side of the island.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Senegal

    The museum's collections offer us a precious window into the evolution of the human species and the complexity of ancient societies. The display of prehistoric remains, in particular, prompts a deep reflection on our origins. The art pieces on exhibit reveal the exceptional craftsmanship and boundless creativity of our ancestors. Each sculpture and every tool seems to tell a forgotten story, bridging the gap between the past and our contemporary world.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by sensafari excursion

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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