Senegal
A Journey Through Culture, History & Connection

DAY 01 · MAY 12 · ARRIVAL & WELCOME

The Beginning of the Journey

Welcome to Dakar!

Our journey begins in Senegal's capital, a coastal city full of energy, history, music and culture. After arriving, guests will be greeted at the airport and transferred to the hotel to settle in.

We'll come together later in the evening for a welcome dinner and group orientation. It's a chance to meet everyone, get comfortable and talk about what's ahead.

Ten days, a new country and plenty to experience. Let's get started.

Overnight in Dakar.

DAY 02 · MAY 13 · HISTORY & COASTAL EXPLORATION

A Look Into Our History

Just off the coast of Dakar sits Gorée Island, a beautiful place with a history that carries tremendous weight.

We'll take a guided visit to the island, including the historic House of Slaves, to learn more about Senegal's connection to the transatlantic slave trade and the millions of lives affected by it.

It's an important part of understanding Senegal and the wider history of the African diaspora. We'll take time to walk the island, hear its stories and reflect on the people who came before us.

Some places deserve more than a quick visit. Gorée is one of them.

DAYS 03–04 · MAY 14–15 · ADVENTURE & DESERT EXPERIENCE

From the Pink Lake to the Desert

We'll leave the city behind and head toward Lac Rose, one of Senegal's most recognizable natural attractions. From there, we'll continue toward the Lompoul Desert for a change of scenery and a night surrounded by sand dunes.

Once we arrive at our camp, guests can enjoy the afternoon at their own pace or take part in some of the available activities, including ATV riding, sandboarding and camel rides.

As the day comes to an end, we'll gather for dinner at camp and enjoy an evening in the desert.

The following morning, we'll have the opportunity to catch the sunrise over the dunes before making our way back to Dakar.

A little adventure, a change of scenery and a chance to experience a side of Senegal you might not expect.

Overnight desert camp, followed by a return to Dakar.

DAYS 05–06 · MAY 16–17 · TABASKI & LOCAL CULTURE

Food, Markets & The Spirit of Teranga

One of the best ways to get to know a place is through its people, and Senegal is known for the warmth with which it welcomes others.

The word Teranga is often used to describe Senegalese hospitality, but it's something best understood through experience. It's in the way people welcome you, share a meal and make you feel at home.

We'll spend these days exploring more of Dakar, visiting local markets, discovering Senegalese food and taking in the everyday life of the city.

With Tabaski taking place during our stay, we'll also have an opportunity to learn about one of Senegal's most important celebrations and the role that family, faith and community play in the occasion.

It's a chance to experience more than the usual tourist stops and get a better understanding of what makes Senegalese culture so special.

DAYS 07–08 · MAY 18–19 · COMMUNITY & MANGROVES

Community & Life Along the Water

We'll head outside the capital toward Pout and the Sine-Saloum region, where the pace of life is a little different.

These days are about spending time in local communities, learning from the people we meet and experiencing a different side of Senegal.

We'll also explore the waterways and mangroves of Sine-Saloum, taking in the scenery and learning more about the environment and the communities that depend on it.

It's a good opportunity to slow down, ask questions, have conversations and simply enjoy being somewhere new.

Sometimes it's the experiences we don't plan too much that end up being our favorites

DAY 09 · MAY 20 · BEACH & FAREWELL

The Coast, Community & Giving Back

We're heading back to Dakar for our final full day together.

We'll spend some time along the coast, with a proposed beach cleanup at Virage before getting out on the water for a surf lesson.

It's a chance to enjoy the beach, do something positive for the environment and have a little fun together before the journey comes to an end.

Later, we'll gather for our farewell dinner. A chance to look back on the past nine days, share our favorite moments and enjoy one last evening together in Senegal.

Give back, then get in the water.

DAY 10 · MAY 21 · FAREWELL & DEPARTURE

Ba Beneen Yoon

All good things eventually come to an end, but hopefully we're leaving with a few new friendships that eventually turn into family, some great memories and a different perspective on Senegal.

Enjoy a relaxed final morning before checking out. Airport transfers will be arranged around individual flight schedules to make sure everyone gets to the airport on time.

Thank you, Senegal, for welcoming us and sharing a little piece of your world with us.

Ba beneen yoon. Until next time.