Tourist Attractions & Monuments Senegal
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Timetable
Museums generally open from 9am to 1pm and from 3pm to 7pm, and close on Sundays and Mondays, as well as on public holidays. In Dakar, Mbour or Saint-Louis, you can enjoy the colorful return of the fishermen to the beaches around 5pm. As for traditional markets, they usually come alive in the morning or at the end of the day.
Main events
From traditional celebrations to cultural events, Senegalese life is punctuated by numerous events. For some, the dates are known well in advance; for others, they are fixed according to the lunar calendar. Whatever the case, make sure you find out about them on the spot. You may be invited to a baptism or a wedding, so don't let the opportunity pass you by: these are lively, convivial celebrations where you'll be immersed in the heart of Senegalese culture.
Guided tours
There are two types of guide in Senegal: those who have the official card issued by the Ministry of Tourism, and those who do not. If you hire a guide, especially in Gorée or Saint-Louis, it's advisable to make sure your guide has this card.
What's very local
Canoeing through the maze of bolongs, mangrove-fringed inlets, is a must in the Sine-Saloum and Basse-Casamance regions. Take advantage of this peaceful moment to observe egrets, ospreys and other shorebirds, and plan a trip with your guide to one of the many islands that dot the bolongs. If you're a large group, you can hire a private pirogue with a guide. This costs around 80,000 FCFA. Alternatively, guides offer special tours for a more reasonable price.