14 days in Senegal, Guinea-Bissau & Gambia Itinerary
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Start: London, United Kingdom
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Dakar, Senegal
— 4 nights
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Somone, Senegal
— 3 nights
Drive to Blaise Diagne International Airport, Fly to Bissau
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Bissau, Guinea-Bissau
— 1 night
Fly
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Serekunda, Gambia
— 5 nights
Drive to Banjul International Airport, Fly to London
End: London, United Kingdom
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Dakar, Senegal — 4 nights
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Situated on the western edge of mainland Africa, the crowded and dynamic city of Dakar offers visitors booming shopping, dining, and entertainment scenes.Get in touch with nature at Scuba & Snorkeling and Island of Goree. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Loman Art House - Art Gallery and Paroisse Saint Charles Borromee. Next up on the itinerary: get in on the family fun at Accrobaobab Adventure, ponder the world of politics at Presidential Palace, pick up a one of a kind souvenir at La Galerie Antenna, and enjoy the sea views from Les Mamelles Lighthouse.
To find maps, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, read Dakar vacation maker site.
London, UK to Dakar is an approximately 11-hour flight. Prepare for much hotter weather when traveling from London in December: high temperatures in Dakar hover around 32°C and lows are around 24°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Wed) early enough to go by car to Somone.
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Somone, Senegal — 3 nights
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A small seaside town that thrives off tourism, Somone offers tropical seaside views from the northwest coast of Africa.Get outdoors at Youba Tour and Lagune de la Somone. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Plage Popenguine and Joal Fadiout. Step out of Somone with an excursion to Musee Mahicao in Guilor--about 1h 35 min away. Next up on the itinerary: tour the pleasant surroundings at L'Elevage d'Oiseaux Exotique, look for gifts at Village Artisanal de Saly, try out the rides at Mini Beach by Lamantin, and soothe aching muscles at Eden Center.
For reviews, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Somone trip planner.
You can drive from Dakar to Somone in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and car. In December, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sat) so you can drive to Bissau.
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Bissau, Guinea-Bissau — 1 night
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Looking out from the Geba River across the Atlantic Ocean, the little-known capital of Bissau offers the authentic experience of a West African fishing port.On the 25th (Sun), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Igreja Catolica da Bissau, browse the eclectic array of goods at Mercado Central, then browse the exhibits of Museu Nacional, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mesquita Bissau.
To see ratings, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, read Bissau travel route planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Somone to Bissau. When traveling from Somone in December, plan for a bit warmer days in Bissau, with highs around 37°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) early enough to fly to Serekunda.
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Serekunda, Gambia — 5 nights
Serekunda hugs the Atlantic Ocean on one side and faces the Gambia River on the other, both of which provide an escape from the heat when temperatures rise.Let the collections at Gunjur Village Museum and Lemonfish Art Gallery capture your imagination. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Fort James Island and Traditional Tour Gambia. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Serekunda: The Reptile Farm (in Kartong) and Tanje Village Museum (in Tanji). Spend the 27th (Tue) exploring nature at River Gambia National Park. The adventure continues: see what you can catch with a fishing tour, head off the coast to Kunta Kinteh Island, look for gifts at Senegambia Craft Market, and stroll through Katchikally Crocodile Pool.
To see more things to do, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, read our Serekunda trip builder website.
Getting from Bissau to Serekunda by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in December, and nighttime lows around 20°C. You will have some time to spend on the 30th (Fri) before leaving for home.
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Senegal travel guide
Generous Country
Senegal boasts plenty of natural and cultural attractions to make it attractive to an international audience. The buzz surrounding the Senegalese music scene is justified, with mbalax dance music particularly popular and influential internationally. Street markets in the main towns, overlooked by the minarets of attractive old mosques, remain among top attractions in Senegal--they're ideal spots to get to know the local culture and eat and shop like a native. The wide river deltas rich in wildlife provide an alternative for visitors looking to escape city life and discover the country's natural charms.
Guinea-Bissau travel guide
Guinea-Bissau offers a slew of colonial-era towns and picturesque beaches, as well as some remote areas tailor-made for those eager to get off the tourist path. An adventure to the southeastern hinterland, with its forests, savannahs, and small farms, represents one of the most daring and exciting things to do in Guinea-Bissau. Though the post-independence history of the country has been bleak at times, the locals remain remarkably upbeat and hopeful for the future--their spirit and welcoming nature provide additional reasons to plan a vacation in Guinea-Bissau.
Gambia travel guide
Smiling Coast
The smallest country of mainland Africa, the Gambia consists of the Gambia River valley and the hills that run along its edges. Taking off on a journey down the river during your vacation in Gambia allows you to discover a landscape known worldwide as a bird-watcher's paradise--you might want to keep your binoculars and camera handy at all times. The Atlantic coast boats a number of beach resorts with large hotels and shining sands, while the fishing villages farther inland offer an altogether more rustic and basic take on Gambian charm.
