Fun activities for couples in Dakar

Popular activities for couples in Dakar

Maison des esclavages, Gorée Island

Explore Dakar and Gorée Island full day

8.5 hours

4.9
149 reviews

$155.00

Dakar City Tour

Dakar City Tour and Goree Island

7 hours

4.7
50 reviews

$162.12

Pink lake

Pink lake with Bandia reserve. Minimum 2 people for reservation.

7 hours

4.5
22 reviews

$215.00

7 Days in Senegal Private Tour package

168 hours

5
22 reviews

$1,956.11

GOREE ISLAND

Day trip Goree island and Dakar city tour

7 to 8 hours

4.9
21 reviews

$159.49

Transfer - DSS Airport <-> Dakar (One way)

1 hour

4.2
16 reviews

$65.91

Bike ride in the city

4 hours

5
16 reviews

$87.87

Accro Baobab Adventure Ticket Entry

2 to 3 hours

4.4
20 reviews

$38.44

Tips for couples visiting Dakar, Senegal

When is the best time to visit Dakar?

The best time to visit Dakar is during the Spring months of March to May and the Fall months of September to November. These times of year provide cooler, comfortable weather that is perfect for sightseeing and exploring Dakar's many attractions. Additionally, these months tend to be less crowded than the summer months.

What are some fun activities for couples in Dakar?

  • Experience the cultural heritage of Dakar with a visit to the ancient Maison des Esclaves, an 18th-century house built to serve as a door to the Atlantic Slave Trade.

  • Experience the scenic beauty of Nature Reserves of the Island of N’Gor and its naturally occurring lakes and beaches.

  • Take a sightseeing tour of the city’s vibrant neighbourhoods, from the colourful street markets to the National Museum of Modern Art.

  • Go on a romantic sunset boat ride off the coast of Dakar.

  • Explore the iconic African Renaissance Monument in all its glory.

What are some romantic date ideas in Dakar?

  • Visit the African Renaissance Monument for a breathtaking view of the city

  • Relax on the beach of Île de Ngor

  • Walk hand-in-hand through the vibrant markets of Sandaga

  • Explore the city’s vibrant architectural history with a stroll through Medina

  • Take a romantic horse-drawn carriage ride through the meticulously maintained botanical gardens of Dendo

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