Volcanic landscapes from Cape Verde to Canary Islands

Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.

Day 1 - Dakar

Meet at Dakar Airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).

You will be transferred to the Radisson Blu, Dakar Sea Plaza 5* (about 1: 30 drive).

Check-in in your room from 3 pm.

The end is the day is at leisure.

Day 2 - Dakar - Gorée Island

After you breakfast, you will take the direction to the pier to embark on board the ferry for the 25-minute crossing until Gorée island.

Your day will be spent visiting the evocative Gorée Island. Just three kilometres from Dakar, this little island is a haunting reminder of 350 years of the slave trade. Indeed, it was the biggest holding centre for slaves brought in from all over West Africa and has become a symbol and UNESCO World Heritage site.

From Dakar port, take the ferry for the 25-minute crossing. The visit is on foot starting at the House of Slaves, the most visited museum in Senegal which still evokes the poignant reality of one of the darkest periods in the history of the world. You then walk up to the Castle on a rocky plateau covered in fortifications, a reminder of the wars fought between Europeans (English, French, Portuguese and Dutch) to gain control of the island. The Castle offers a fine panoramic view of Dakar. You then cross the island via the market and colourful, picturesque streets.

Not far from the pier, the lunch will be served at a private mansion with local architecture. You will enjoy the famous national dish called "ceebu jën" (thiébou diène) recently included  by UNESCO in the list of intagible of humanity. Then depending on time, you will enjoy time at leisure for local artcraft shopping before catching the ferry back to Dakar.

Back to Dakar, you will be transferred to the pier, to embark on board your ship.

Your hotel:

Located in the elegant and quiet Fann Corniche district, the Radisson Blu, Dakar Sea Plaza 5* is a modern and refined place. In front of the Mermoz Bay, the resort offers a serene experience. All rooms are characterized by their contemporary design and fully amenities. The hotel's restaurants and the infinity pool provide a perfect way to getaway.

Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.

Your programme includes:

·        1-night accommodation in Superior Sea View room at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Dakar Sea Plaza 5*, local standards (or similar), including breakfast.

·        Meals as mentioned in the programme.

·        Beverage package during meals (mineral water + 1 local drink of wine or 1 soft drink or 1 local beer + 1 coffee or tea).

·        Transfers, visits and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.

·        Local English-speaking guide.

Your programme does not include:

·        Dinner of day 1.

·        Tips for the guide and the driver.

·        Personal expenses

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

·        Early check-in and late check-out.

Please note:

·        It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.

·        The local currency is the CFA franc. US dollars and Euros are widely accepted.

·        Tap water is not drinkable, we recommend you only drink bottled mineral water.

·        This programme is done mostly on foot and involves some uneven ground, that’s why this is not  recommended for people with reduced mobility.

·        Check-in from 3 pm.

Contact of your hotel:

Radisson Blu Hotel

West Corniche Fann Residence

BP 16868 Dakar,

Telephone number: (+221) 3 3889 22 00

Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.

Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.