The Best Historical Organized Tours in Senegal

Guided Group Tours, Vacation Packages, or Planned Itineraries

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Are you ready to embark on a journey through time in Senegal and uncover the captivating stories woven into the fabric of our world? All of these selected organized tours, holiday packages, and tour packages offer an immersive experience that will transport you to the heart of iconic destinations. In order to find the absolute best historical tours to Senegal, we meticulously analyzed a wide range of tours, considering key factors such as guest ratings, price, comfort, service, and excursions. Whether you're seeking a relaxing holiday steeped in cultural heritage or an adventure that brings history to life, we're sure that one of these guided tours will offer the perfect combination. One of these amazing tours below is perfect for your next trip, so let's get started!


The Top 3 Tours:

  • 14 Days, $2971.32

  • 8 Days, $3885.00

  • 12 Days, $7105.00
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The Best Historical Tours through Senegal

Including guided tours, organized tours, holiday packages, all-inclusive vacations, and guided itineraries.

All tour prices are listed in US Dollars before taxes, and come from a base price that is reported by TourRadar. Peak season prices can vary significantly, particularly in destinations where seasonal travel fluctuates dramatically. While we do our best to evaluate all tours to maintain accuracy, always confirm the details directly with TourRadar or the tour company before booking. The information provided on this website is sourced directly from TourRadar and may change at any time.

Organized by Ventus Touristik GmbH 14 Days Start/End in Dakar 8 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for historical tours in Senegal.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 9
Price per Day: $212

This tour visits Dakar, Ile de Goree, Lompoul, Saint Louis, Toubakouta, Koubalan, Ziguinchor, and Cap Skirring.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Ventus Touristik GmbH



$2,971
on TourRadar

Organized by Continent Tours 8 Days Start/End in Dakar 11 Destinations
Great for:
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 18 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 20
Price per Day: $486

This tour visits Dakar, Ile de Goree, Lake Retba, Saint Louis, Djoudj National Park, Kaolack, Toubakouta, Mbour, Joal-Fadiout, Saly, and Foret de Bandia National Park.

  • Bird watching
  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Continent Tours
Continent Tours is a large company with a focus on cultural tours through Ghana, Senegal, Ivory Coast (Cote d'Ivoire), and Mauritania. The tours offered by Continent Tours are usually luxurious, high-end, and provide a top-tier level of service.



$3,885
on TourRadar

Organized by Continent Tours 12 Days Dakar to Accra 9 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

Great for:
  • Culture Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 5 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 20
Price per Day: $592

This tour visits Dakar, Ile de Goree, Saly, Foret de Bandia National Park, Accra, Kumasi, Cape Coast, Elmina, and Kakum National Park.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Continent Tours
Continent Tours is a large company with a focus on cultural tours through Ghana, Senegal, Ivory Coast (Cote d'Ivoire), and Mauritania. The tours offered by Continent Tours are usually luxurious, high-end, and provide a top-tier level of service.



$7,105
on TourRadar

Organized by Explore! 13 Days Start/End in Dakar 16 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for historical tours in Senegal.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Animal Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 16 to 85
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $220

This tour visits Dakar, Ile de Goree, Lake Retba, Saint Louis, Djoudj National Park, Langue de Barbarie National Park, Touba, Kaolack, Georgetown, Wassu, Tendaba, West Kiang National Park, Bao Bolong Wetland Reserve, Toubakouta, Saloum Delta National Park, and Joal-Fadiout.

  • Jeep & 4WD
  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Explore!
Explore! Is a large international travel company offering trips all over the world. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category.



$2,860
on TourRadar

Why does Senegal appeal to history enthusiasts?

Senegal captivates history enthusiasts with its wealth of historical sites, spanning from ancient times through more recent history. These regional destinations provide a perfect mix of history, culture, and adventure in an affordable package. Plus, the fun and easy itineraries make for a stress-free adventure while creating lasting memories.

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How much do historical tours in Senegal cost?

The average daily price of Historical Tours in Senegal is $377 per day. Prices can vary widely due to the included amenities, length of the trip, number of guests on the tour, and many other factors. If you want more information about prices, we have put together a complete analysis of the costs of Historical Tours in Senegal here.


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Average Price Per Day
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Tours Analyzed
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Average Group Size

Which Tour Companies Offer Historical Tours?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer historical tours in Senegal. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

Continent Tours

Continent Tours is a large company with a focus on cultural tours through Ghana, Senegal, Ivory Coast (Cote d'Ivoire), and Mauritania. Most participants are adults and the tours range in length from 1 day to 2 weeks. The tours offered by Continent Tours are usually luxurious, high-end, and provide a top-tier level of service.

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Explore!

Explore! Is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. A number of their tours visit destinations in Europe and Asia. Some of their most popular destinations include India, Italy, Vietnam, and Spain. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as island hopping, wine tasting, camping, whale watching, white water rafting, and bird watching.

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Historical Destinations in Senegal

Wondering where historical tours visit in Senegal? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

A few of the most popular places visited by tours in Senegal include Dakar, Saint Louis, Kaolack, Joal-Fadiout, and Ziguinchor.


Historical Tours vs. Independent Travel: Pros and Cons

Choosing whether to join a guided tour or organize your own adventure? Be sure to think about the unique benefits of each option.

Pros
  • Learn detailed stories and context from expert guides.
  • Visit significant landmarks efficiently.
  • Access exclusive areas not open to the public.
  • Guides bring history to life with engaging narratives.
  • Save time on researching destinations.
  • Enjoy a curated itinerary of top historical sites.
  • Guides answer questions for deeper understanding.
  • Group tours can provide a social learning experience.
  • Avoid logistical challenges like tickets or reservations.
  • Guides help connect the dots between events and eras.
Cons
  • Less flexibility in the itinerary.
  • Group size might impact the experience.


Pros
  • Full control over your itinerary and pace.
  • Focus on sites that interest you most.
  • Flexibility to spend more time at certain locations.
  • Explore at unconventional hours to avoid crowds.
  • Customize your trip around niche historical themes.
Cons
  • Requires time-consuming research to plan.
  • Risk of missing key details without a guide.
  • May overlook important or lesser-known sites.
  • Difficult to understand the full historical context.
  • Navigation and logistics can be more complex.
  • No expert to answer questions during your visit.
  • Potential for long waits without pre-booking tickets.
  • Self-guided tours may lack the interactive element.


Which is cheaper?

Is independent travel cheaper than guided historical tours? The answer is not simple. Tours provide many of the services that you would otherwise pay for yourself on an independent trip. Hotels, transportation, food, entry tickets, guides, and activities are provided on organized tours, whereas you would pay for everything separately on your own. To deterine the difference in price, you would need to compare the combined price of everything in a tour with everything you would book separately. Sometimes you might want to stay in a cheaper hotel, or eat at a more expensive restaurant, so the price of a tour could be more or less than what you would otherwise pay on your own. Make sure you know what is included before making your comparison.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

More Tour Options

See also The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Senegal, The Best Wildlife Tours to Senegal, The Best 10-Day Tours in Senegal, The Best 2-Week Tours in Senegal, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Senegal, The Best Christmas & New Years Tours in Senegal, The Best Adventure Tours to Senegal, The Best Eco Tours in Senegal, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Senegal, The Best Cultural Tours in Senegal, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Senegal, The Best Luxury Tours to Senegal, or The Best Tours for Seniors to Senegal for more tour ideas. With so many options, there's a guided tour or vacation package for every type of traveler.

Also, if you're departing from a specific destination, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Dakar, The Best 10-Day Tours from Dakar, or The Best 2-Week Tours from Dakar for more package tour options.

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