Embark on a half-day tour of Gorée Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a dark history of slave trade. Explore the Slaves House and the infamous ‘Door of No Return’ to learn about the brutalities endured by Black people. Discover the island’s landmarks and delve into the country’s history of slavery and colonization.
Embark on a half-day tour of Gorée Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a dark history of slave trade. Explore the Slaves House and the infamous ‘Door of No Return’ to learn about the brutalities endured by Black people. Discover the island’s landmarks and delve into the country’s history of slavery and colonization.
- Goree Island - From your hotel,we will go to the ferry station ,to take the ferry for Goree island ,where we have an appointment ,with the history of mankind. Goree island was one of the important places ,where the slaves were shipped for Europe and The America’s. There we visit the slave ,where you will see the famous” gate of return “ and the…
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Goree Island - From your hotel,we will go to the ferry station ,to take the ferry for Goree island ,where we have an appointment ,with the history of mankind. Goree island was one of the important places ,where the slaves were shipped for Europe and The America’s. There we visit the slave ,where you will see the famous” gate of return “ and the cells ,where the slaves were shackled ,while waiting for the boats to come back and carry them .Then we will tour around the island to discover the world heritage.Then we will the 1830 French church, the place ,where the Portuguese had built their 1481 chapel ,used at the time as cemetery for the Portuguese missionaries, the French governor residence ,the historical museum,the former French fortifications. In short all the heritage.Lunch on the island in a unique and typical restaurant near the sea,and back to your hotel or ending location.
Please come with your passport !
- Complimentary return hotel transfers in Dakar
- Pick-up service from Dakar hotels to ferry station
- Admission to Slaves House and Museum included
- Ferry fees covered
- Complimentary return hotel transfers in Dakar
- Pick-up service from Dakar hotels to ferry station
- Admission to Slaves House and Museum included
- Ferry fees covered
- Beverage
- Beverage
Gorée Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This renowned island played a significant role in the slave trade from 1536 until the abolition of slavery in 1848, serving as a primary transit hub where 15 to 20 slaves were shipped to the Americas. The Portuguese initiated slavery on the island in 1536. On Gorée Island, visitors can explore a pivotal…
Gorée Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This renowned island played a significant role in the slave trade from 1536 until the abolition of slavery in 1848, serving as a primary transit hub where 15 to 20 slaves were shipped to the Americas. The Portuguese initiated slavery on the island in 1536. On Gorée Island, visitors can explore a pivotal chapter in human history by visiting THE SLAVES HOUSE and its notable “DOOR OF NO RETURN,” symbolizing the final departure of slaves from their homeland, Africa. Here, one can learn about the exploitation, degradation, and brutality faced by Black people at the hands of slave merchants and their accomplices for nearly four centuries. Additionally, visitors can see the 1830 French church, former French fortifications, the birthplace of the first Black deputy in the French Parliament, and the French governor’s residence. Overall, the island offers profound insights into the country’s history, slavery, colonization, and more.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
