Senegal offers a vibrant blend of West African culture, French colonial heritage, and stunning Atlantic coastlines. From the bustling markets of Dakar to the historic Gorée Island and the pink waters of Lake Retba, this welcoming nation captivates visitors with its warm hospitality and rich traditions.
Luxury hotels
Five-star and palace properties.
Radisson Blu Hotel Dakar Sea Plaza
The flagship luxury hotel in Senegal perched on the Corniche Ouest with uninterrupted Atlantic Ocean views and an infinity pool. Features multiple award-winning restaurants, a full-service spa, private beach access, and direct ferry connections to Gorée Island.
Pullman Dakar Teranga
Iconic grand hotel at Place de l'Indépendance, the civic heart of Dakar. Favored by heads of state and diplomats, with four restaurants, rooftop pool with panoramic views, and impeccable service in a colonial-era building reimagined for contemporary luxury.
La Maison Rose, Gorée Island
Exclusive boutique hotel in a lovingly restored colonial mansion on car-free Gorée Island. With only a handful of rooms, guests enjoy a rare sense of peace and intimacy surrounded by history. Bougainvillea-draped terraces and sea views make it uniquely romantic.
Hotel Riu Baobab
Premium all-inclusive beachfront resort at Pointe Sarène with direct Atlantic access, four swimming pools, six restaurants, full spa, and extensive watersports. Popular with European luxury travelers seeking complete resort immersion.
Fine dining
Michelin-starred and chef-driven restaurants.
La Calebasse
Part upscale restaurant, part African art gallery with two giant peanut sculptures dominating the space. Chef presents elevated Senegalese classics like thieboudienne royale and lobster yassa with theatrical flair and occasional live balafon music.
La Fourchette
Long-established institution in Plateau Dakar serving sophisticated French cuisine with Senegalese ingredients. The cellar holds an exceptional wine collection and the formal dining room attracts Dakar's business elite and visiting dignitaries.
Le Lagon 2
Celebrated seafood restaurant on the Corniche with panoramic Atlantic views from a terrace suspended over the water. Specializes in sustainably caught fish prepared using traditional Senegalese techniques with French presentation and a superb wine list.
Exclusive experiences
Bespoke and once-in-a-lifetime activities.
Private Lompoul Desert Camp
Exclusive overnight in the Lompoul sand dunes in private Mauritanian-style tents with butler service, gourmet dinner under the stars, camel trek at sunset, and dawn breakfast as the dunes glow orange. Maximum six guests for total privacy.
Chartered Pirogue to Îles de la Madeleine
Private charter of a traditional fishing pirogue to West Africa's smallest national park — volcanic islands off Dakar inaccessible to most visitors. Snorkeling, birdwatching, and picnic on an uninhabited island with permit arranged for you.
Private Saloum Delta Safari
Full-day private pirogue expedition through the UNESCO Saloum Delta, stopping at hidden fishing villages, observing dolphins and manatees, and dining on freshly caught seafood prepared by a local guide at a private riverside spot.
VIP Saint-Louis Jazz Festival Package
Curated 3-day Saint-Louis Jazz Festival experience including premium hotel on the colonial island, VIP concert passes, private guide, calèche tours of the UNESCO city, and sunset pirogue ride on the Senegal River.
Spas & wellness
World-class spa retreats and treatments.
Spa at Radisson Blu Sea Plaza
Full-service spa offering Senegalese shea-butter massages, hammam treatments, hot stone therapy, and luxury facial treatments. Overlooks the Atlantic with treatment rooms designed in contemporary Senegalese style.
Terrou-Bi Spa & Wellness Center
Comprehensive wellness facility at the Terrou-Bi Resort with ocean views. Offers traditional African treatments including moringa oil wraps, hibiscus facials, and deep-tissue massages alongside a heated pool and fitness center.
Luxury transport
Travel in style.
- Car
- Private chauffeur with air-conditioned Mercedes or Toyota Land Cruiser from $80/day; full-day guided luxury transfer packages from $150
- Air
- Air Senegal operates Dakar to Cap Skirring (Casamance) private charter flights; helicopter transfers can be arranged for special occasions
- Airport
- VIP lounge at Blaise Diagne International Airport; pre-book private transfer ($35-50) to avoid taxi queues; some hotels include complimentary airport transfers for guests