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History & the ocean
A guided historical visit to Gorée Island, followed by coastal exploration around Ngor.
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JOURNEY THROUGH AFRICA · WEST AFRICA · 2027
Senegal
Teranga.
Ten days. Deeper connections. A greater purpose.
May 12–21, 2027 · 10 days / 9 nights
PLANNED JOURNEY / CHAPTER 01THE WORLD IS OURS TO KNOW
01 / THE JOURNEY, DAY BY DAY
Make room for
the unexpected.
This is a planned journey. Tabaski timing follows the lunar calendar; host invitations, suppliers, accommodation and package costs remain subject to confirmation.
SCROLL TO FOLLOW THE JOURNEY
Dakar skylineVincenzo Fotoguru Iaconianni · CC BY-SA 2.5 · cropped for displayDestination photograph · illustrative, not a booked activity or accommodation. DAY 01 / MAY 12
Dakar
Dalal ak jamm. Welcome home.
Planned airport pickup, accommodation check-in, welcome dinner and group orientation. Overnight in Dakar.
- THE RHYTHM
- Arrive & settle in
- OVERNIGHT
- Dakar
Gorée IslandGromane · CC0 1.0 · cropped for displayDestination photograph · illustrative, not a booked activity or accommodation. DAY 02 / MAY 13
Gorée & Ngor
History, then the open water.
A guided historical visit to Gorée Island and the House of Slaves, subject to access, followed by a proposed Ngor Island excursion. Overnight in Dakar.
- THE RHYTHM
- History & coastal exploration
- OVERNIGHT
- Dakar
Also on the proposed route: Ngor BeachJeff Attaway from Abuja, Nigeria · CC BY 2.0 · cropped for display 
Lompoul dunesBenjamin1995a · CC BY-SA 4.0 · cropped for displayDestination photograph · illustrative, not a booked activity or accommodation. DAY 03 / MAY 14
Lac Rose → Lompoul
Then the dunes.
Travel via Lac Rose toward Lompoul. Proposed ATV riding, sandboarding and a camp dinner depend on final providers and safety arrangements. Overnight in Lompoul.
- THE RHYTHM
- Lac Rose → Lompoul
- OVERNIGHT
- Lompoul
En route: Lac Rose · archive image; lake color variesArnault · CC BY-SA 2.0 · cropped for display - Lompoul dunes
Benjamin1995a · CC BY-SA 4.0 · cropped for displayDestination photograph · illustrative, not a booked activity or accommodation. DAY 04 / MAY 15
Lompoul → Dakar
Sunrise on the sand.
A sunrise dune walk and proposed camel ride before returning to Dakar for rest and time to experience the city preparing for Tabaski.
- THE RHYTHM
- Sunrise & return to Dakar
- OVERNIGHT
- Dakar
- Ngor Beach, Dakar
Jeff Attaway from Abuja, Nigeria · CC BY 2.0 · cropped for displayDestination photograph · illustrative, not a booked activity or accommodation. DAY 05 / MAY 16
Dakar
Hospitality and tradition.
A proposed Tabaski experience with local host families, shared meals and locally coordinated food sharing. Religious participation is optional. Date and invitations remain subject to confirmation.
- THE RHYTHM
- Proposed host-family experience
- OVERNIGHT
- Dakar
Soumbédioune, DakarIbou SENE · CC BY-SA 4.0 · cropped for displayDestination photograph · illustrative, not a booked activity or accommodation. DAY 06 / MAY 17
Dakar
Taste the city.
A proposed Tilène market food walk and visit to Soumbédioune fish market and craft village. Days five and six may switch to accommodate the confirmed Tabaski date.
- THE RHYTHM
- Markets & craft traditions
- OVERNIGHT
- Dakar
Sine-Saloum mangrovesOumi diop · CC BY-SA 4.0 · cropped for displayDestination photograph · illustrative, not a booked activity or accommodation. DAY 07 / MAY 18
Pout → Sine-Saloum
Share a meal. Follow the water.
A proposed community meal in Pout coordinated through a local imam, then travel to Sine-Saloum. Host arrangements and permissions must be confirmed.
- THE RHYTHM
- Pout → Sine-Saloum
- OVERNIGHT
- Sine-Saloum
- Sine-Saloum mangroves
Oumi diop · CC BY-SA 4.0 · cropped for displayDestination photograph · illustrative, not a booked activity or accommodation. DAY 08 / MAY 19
Sine-Saloum
Mangroves and the Serer.
A planned pirogue excursion through mangrove channels and a proposed Serer community exchange, guided by local hosts. Overnight in Sine-Saloum.
- THE RHYTHM
- Pirogue & local exchange
- OVERNIGHT
- Sine-Saloum
A meal by Virage Beach, DakarTarangaSEN · CC BY-SA 4.0 · cropped for displayDestination photograph · illustrative, not a booked activity or accommodation. DAY 09 / MAY 20
Sine-Saloum → Dakar
Give back, then get in the water.
Return to Dakar for a proposed Virage beach cleanup, surf lesson and farewell dinner, subject to local arrangements and sea conditions.
- THE RHYTHM
- Coast, surf & farewell
- OVERNIGHT
- Dakar
- Dakar skyline
Vincenzo Fotoguru Iaconianni · CC BY-SA 2.5 · cropped for displayDestination photograph · illustrative, not a booked activity or accommodation. DAY 10 / MAY 21
Dakar
Ba beneen yoon. Until next time.
A relaxed morning, checkout and airport transfers coordinated around individual flight schedules.
- THE RHYTHM
- Departure day
- NEXT
- Onward travel
The end of the itinerary.
The beginning of your story.
Find your experience ↗02 / THE VISION
More than a destination.
A deeper connection.
Senegal is a country of hospitality, history, creativity, and extraordinary landscapes. This journey explores the country through its coastal communities, historic sites, desert scenery, cultural traditions, and community relationships.
Teranga is commonly understood as Senegalese hospitality: the spirit of welcoming others, sharing what you have, and treating people with generosity. This journey is built around that spirit, with room for exploration, conversation, shared meals, reflection, and rest.
THE DATESMay 12–21, 2027
THE EXPERIENCE10 days / 9 nights
THE PEOPLETarget: 20–25 travelers
03 / A SENSE OF PLACE
Follow the connection.
01Dakar
02Gorée & Ngor
03Lac Rose
04Lompoul
05Pout
06Sine-Saloum
07Virage
Adventure in the dunes
Explore Lac Rose and Lompoul, with desert activities subject to provider and safety confirmation.
The spirit of generosity
A proposed Tabaski host-family experience, guided by local invitations and the confirmed holiday calendar.
Follow the water
Pirogue excursions, mangroves and cultural exchange in the Sine-Saloum region.
04 / KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Thoughtfully planned.
Locally connected.
The proposed stay is six nights in Dakar, one night at a Lompoul desert camp and two nights in Sine-Saloum. Properties, room configurations and availability are still being confirmed.
Proposed inclusions
- Nine nights of proposed accommodation
- Planned airport and inter-destination ground transfers
- Locally coordinated cultural and outdoor experiences, as confirmed in the final itinerary
- Welcome and farewell dinners, subject to the final meal plan
- Pre-departure information and on-the-ground coordination
Plan separately
- International flights
- Travel insurance and personal medical expenses
- Passport, visa and entry fees where applicable
- Meals, drinks and activities outside the final package
- Personal spending, tips and additional hotel nights
Final inclusions, supplier arrangements, availability and booking terms will be shared before payment. Religious participation is optional; community activities follow local leadership and consent.
05 / CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE
Your journey.
Your way.
Working package prices in USD. Compare room arrangements and package details, then review your booking details. Secure payment opens after final approval.
Shared Experience
$4,200USD / person
For travelers comfortable sharing a room. Final occupancy and room configuration to be confirmed.
Proposed 30% deposit $1,260
Private Experience
$5,200USD / person
A private room while joining the group journey, subject to availability.
Proposed 30% deposit $1,560
Couples Experience
$8,200USD / couple
Combined working price for two travelers sharing a room, subject to final approval.
Proposed 30% deposit $2,460
A CLEARER PICTURE
See how the proposed
payment plan works.
The proposed payment plan is a 30% deposit followed by five equal installments. April 12, 2027 is the proposed final-payment deadline. Exact dates, costs and cancellation terms will be confirmed before paid bookings open.
Illustrative calculation only. No payment is taken here and no place is reserved.
- Package total
- Proposed 30% deposit
- Remaining balance
- Five equal installments
YOUR PLACE ON THE JOURNEY
Choose your experience.
Make it yours.
Senegal · May 12–21, 2027
- Choose a package
- Complete your Tally registration
- BKT confirms availability and payment next steps
Your traveler details are saved in BKT’s Tally account. Stripe payment is not connected yet; submitting the form does not charge you or reserve a place. No email draft, passport information or card details are collected here.
- Experience
- Shared Experience
- Travelers covered
- 1 traveler
- Working package total
- $4,200 / person
- Proposed 30% deposit
- $1,260
Choose the same experience on your trip’s Tally form. It saves your registration, not a paid reservation.
The team will confirm availability, the final package and payment instructions. Review all totals and cancellation terms before paying. Donations remain separate from trip bookings.
06 / A LITTLE MORE CLARITY
Good questions.
Who is this journey for?
Travelers looking for cultural immersion, history, local connection, outdoor adventure and time to explore Senegal.
Are international flights included?
International flights are purchased separately. The final package will specify all included local transfers and excursions.
Is the Tabaski date fixed?
No. Local announcements and the lunar calendar determine the holiday. The two Dakar holiday days can change order.
Can I reserve online?
Choose an experience below and complete your Tally registration. Registration is not a paid reservation. Stripe payment is not connected yet; BKT will confirm availability, the final package and payment instructions.