Private island travel Senegal planning

Senegal is a travel country that Island Escapes plans for couples and families, with a focus on seclusion and privacy. As a Swiss travel agency with video consultation, Island Escapes also organises long transfers to remote islands. The planner starts the island planning, and on a video call you clarify the details.

Updated: 26 July 2026.

Overview

A ferry that crosses in twenty minutes from Dakar to a car-free island: Goree is the smallest part of Senegal and at the same time one of the most impressive. Coloured houses, narrow lanes and sand paths shape the island, which is protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you seek stillness, stay overnight after the day visitors have left and hear only the sea. Saly on the Petite Côte offers the counterpart: broad beaches, palms, fishing boats and pools.

Together the two places show how varied the coast is. From November to April it is dry and warm, perfect for couples who combine beach days with a visit to Goree. Families benefit from calm water and short distances. The official language is French, in daily life people speak Wolof.

Cash remains important, you should not drink tap water. Dakar remains only the arrival point, hardly more than one night is needed there. You discuss the link between the two places best in a video call with Island Escapes, so that ferry times, transfer and rest days fit into a coherent plan.

Regions

Places in the catalogue: Gorée, Saly.

Top destinations

Explore these destinations in Senegal from our selection.

Places and experiences

These places around Senegal stand for beach, lagoon and stillness.

BEACH-HOUSE SALY, Experience
Gorée, Experience
Goree Island, Senegal, Experience
Restaurant Safari Beach, Experience

Place	Category
BEACH-HOUSE SALY	Sight
Gorée	Sight
Goree Island, Senegal	Sight
Restaurant Safari Beach	Sight

Accommodation in the catalogue

Le Saly Hôtel & l'Hôtel Club Les Filaos, Accommodation
Mövenpick Resort Lamantin Saly, Accommodation

Accommodation	Rating
Le Saly Hôtel & l'Hôtel Club Les Filaos	4.1
Mövenpick Resort Lamantin Saly	4.3

Frequently asked questions

What sets Island Escapes apart?

Island Escapes plans island trips with a focus on seclusion and privacy. We plan Senegal by video call according to your wishes for calm and accessibility.

Which places are part of the programme in Senegal?

For Senegal, African Renaissance Monument, Bandia Reserve and BEACH-HOUSE SALY are on file, and Island Escapes checks how quiet they really are.

Who is an island trip to Senegal suited to?

Couples and families who look for calm and privacy and prefer a trip with few changes and plenty of time on the beach and in the water.

Which accommodations are listed for Senegal in the catalogue?

The catalogue lists houses such as Chez coumbis, Chez Eric and Hotel La Belle Etoile Saly & SPA for Senegal, and Island Escapes asks about the journey by boat or seaplane.

Which destinations in Senegal work well together?

A second island like Gorée and Saly combines with Senegal if the crossing stays short.

Can I adapt the trip?

Yes. We tailor duration, accommodation, travel and pace to your wishes. On a video call, we discuss how secluded you want to travel and which excursions you would like.

How much does a trip to Senegal cost?

The price depends on the dates, the accommodation and the length of the trip. We do not quote flat prices, but prepare an individual offer after you have filled in the planner.

How does the consultation work?

The consultation takes place by video call. After the planner you receive a reply from us within one working day.

How do I start planning?

You fill in the planner and state dates, budget and wishes. We get back to you by video call within one working day.