Senegal Holidays

As the former capital of French West Africa, Senegal has long been a popular spot for French speaking tourists. But the English speaking world hasn't yet woken up to the country's charms so you'll find many of the attractions relatively untouched my tourism.

Learn about the harrowing history of the slave trade at Goree Island , a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Today you'll find a tranquil escape from the chaotic streets of Dakar but this island was once a major centre for the slave trade.

St Louis, the former colonial capital is a colourful, crumbling relic whose atmospheric streets are fascinating to stroll around while the nearby wetlands of Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary is a vital ecosystem.