About this trip
African Ancestry Family Reunion
Senegal 365
African Ancestry Family Reunion trips are curated cultural immersion Birthright Journeys in Africa - centered on reclaiming identity, exploring cultural heritage, and celebrating the resilience of African people. This is no ordinary journey. while you may be visiting some of the same places as standard itinerary, your experience will be heightened and different.
Our African Ancestry Trips to Senegal are available for departure every single day of the year.
- No minimum required number of attendees.
- Choose the dates that work for you and your friends and family for our standard 10 day trip.
- Add additional 4 day extension to Ghana
- If you want to add more days, contact us and we'll customize the package for you.
There are a plethora of experiences available in a country like Senegal We focus on cultural immersion spending more time outside of the popular city of Accra overall exploring tradition, culture and language.
This trip is exclusively for African Ancestry Family Members and their guests. Still don't know your African ethnic group? Take advantage of the opportunity to find your tribe while visiting Senegal. Add a test kit to your booking and have your ancestry revealed during the trip!
Senegal 365
Senegal has been the first place to visit for many historical Africans in the Diaspora. Prior to Ghana taking the lead, Senegal was the premiere place for many Africans of the Diaspora to Visit. It was the first in country African experience for our President & Founder Gina Paige as well as the first experience for our Travel Director, Diallo Sumbry. We love Senegal!!
Full of rich tradition, culture, delicious cuisine and the real home of Jollof rice. Home of Goree Island, the Renaissance Monument, visa free entry and most recently one of the youngest Presidents to be elected to office in Africa, Senegal is positioned well to be a leader of the African Diaspora's return to Africa in the near future.
With this Senegal 365 Travel Portal, we made it possible to travel to Senegal any time you want and always receive the same high level service and incredible experience. Whether you are traveling by yourself, as a couple or with a large group of family members, we are here to welcome and serve you.
Senegal is one of the most developed West African nations and with an in-country staff on ground ready to serve, we are pleased to offer Senegal 365 every day for our African Ancestry Family Members.
This trip is exclusively for African Ancestry Family Members and their guests. Still don't know your African ethnic group? Take advantage of the opportunity to find your tribe while visiting Senegal. Add a test kit to your booking and have your ancestry revealed during the trip!
Booking Your Trip
Please follow these steps when booking your trip:
1. Select your departure date. The system will automatically make your trip 10 days from your first start date based on your selection so you do not need to select an end date.
If you're traveling with a partner or a group, ensure everyone selects the same starting date.
2. Please note the first date of your booking is your arrival day. This means you will need to depart the day before if coming from the US.
For example if you choose September 8th as your departure date, you need to actually purchase your ticket to depart the US on September 7th.
3. After you select your departure date, choose your package.
Please note all packages are based on double occupancy lodging and priced per person. If you plan on traveling alone or with a group but lodging by yourself, you will need to add the single occupancy supplement. We do not pair roommates.
3. Research your plane ticket and find dates and ticket prices that work for you. You'll able to come back anytime and upload all your flight information in your account after you register and book your trip.
Please note you will fly into Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) When looking for your ticket, please try to arrive in Senegal by 2 pm and on your return day choose the latest departure time available for your return.
Travel Checklist
Ensure Your Passport is Valid for Travel
- You must have a valid passport for at least six months after your scheduled return date and at least two blank passport pages.
- Your passport should expire no less than six (6) months after your return date
- (e.g., if your return date is on June 30, 2025, then your passport should expire anytime after December 30, 2025).
There is no Visa required for Senegal but your passport must be up to date
COVID-19 VACCINATION IS NOT REQUIRED BUT IF YOU HAVE TAKEN YOUR COVID TEST AND BEEN VACCINATED, WE SUGGEST YOU KEEP A COPY WITH YOU WHEN YOU TRAVEL.
- We suggest keeping a copy of all your travel documents separate from your original documents.
YELLOW FEVER VACCINATION
- The Yellow Fever vaccine is the only required immunization to travel to Senegal
- There may be a cost associated with obtaining your required travel immunizations. Please check with your insurance carrier.
- You need to get your shot at least 10 days before travel if you have not already done so. You must travel with a physical copy of your yellow fever immunization card.
- If you have had a yellow fever shot, you do not need to get another shot. One shot is good for a lifetime; however, you are required to bring physical proof that you have been immunized.
Consider Bringing Malaria Pills, Imodium AD & Ciprofloxacin
- Malaria pills are highly recommended but not required. We suggest taking malaria pills for preventative measures.
- Traveler's diarrhea is common in a new environment with different foods and weather. We suggest you pack Imodium AD and/or Ciprofloxacin in case of diarrhea.
- We will have Imodium AD on-site at each hotel as well as aspirin, Benadryl, and American-brand over-the-counter medicines.
Create A Plan For Your Prescription Medications
- We highly suggest all travelers consult with their primary care physician before traveling and refill any prescriptions they may require to remain in optimal health while traveling.
Know Before You Go
Country Code +221
Time Zone GMT
Bordered by bordered by Mauritania in the North, Mali in the East, Guinea and Guinea Bissau in the South
Baggage - Each economy class passenger is allowed two 23kg (50lb) bags, a carry-on bag, and a personal bag. We don't suggest maxing out your luggage. We suggest one carry-on, one personal bag (book bag, briefcase, or purse), and one checked bag (50lb). Business-class travelers are allowed two bags at 32 kg or 70 lbs. Extra bags or overweight bags normally cost about $200 each.
Weather - The average temperature is between 75 - 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Senegal year round (the parts we will visit). We provide water daily but encourage drinking plenty of water and dressing appropriately for the weather. We will provide a suggested packing list.
Electric Current - The electric current in Senegal is 230 Volts and we use 110 in the US. You will need to purchase an electric converter for your electronic devices that need to be charged while you're traveling.
Phone Service - Contact your phone service provider for the best international plan. If you own your phone outright or have an additional phone that is unlocked, you may be able to purchase a SIM card for data use on a local network or a mobile wifi unit.
Currency & Spending - The currency in West Africa Frac - CFA. The exchange rate is currently about 606 CFA to 1 dollar. This changes often. Please prepare to bring brand new $100 & $50 bills for the best exchange rate. Twenty-dollar bills get you a lower exchange rate and $10, $5, and $1 are not accepted. We have reliable money changers throughout Sierra Leone. Cash is King! Credit cards are widely accepted in Accra but not so much in other areas or with local vendors. If you plan to use your credit cards, please contact your bank and issue a travel advisory.
Here’s a list of useful suggested items to purchase for your journey:
- Travel Adapter - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
- Travel Belt (Passport and Money) - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
- Portable External USB Charger - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
- Wet Ones Wipes - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
- Purell Hand Sanitizer - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
- Repel Insect Repellent (40% Deet) - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
- Advil - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
- Pepto Bismol Caplets - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
- Imodium - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
Travel Insurance
It's always a good idea to protect your trip. Life happens. You can purchase trip protection within 15 days of your initial registration by going to www.travelexinsurance.com. Travelex offers the following options for international travel:
Travel Select provides comprehensive benefits and access to five unique upgrades.
- Emergency Medical & Dental
- Trip Cancellation
- Travel Assistance
- Five Optional Upgrades
The Travel Basic plan provides great coverage at an even greater price.
- Emergency Medical & Dental
- Trip Cancellation
- Travel Assistance
Please note: Travel insurance doesn’t cover everything. This is a general, brief summary only. Restrictions, exclusions, and limitations will apply. Coverage may not be the same or available for residents of all countries, states, or provinces. Check the policy documents or ask Travelex for full details.
You are welcome to use any travel insurance program where you're comfortable.
Refund/Cancellation Policy
AAFR's are 100% non refundable however if cancelled before 60 days for any reason before departure, the full trip credit (dollar value), can be used for any additional AAFR within a year from the cancelled trip's start date.
If cancelled within 60 days for any reason before departure, there is a 30% penalty and only 70% of the trip credit (dollar value), can be used for any additional AAFR within a year from the cancelled trip's start date.
If cancelled within 30 days for any reason before departure, there is a 75% penalty and only 25% of the trip credit (dollar value), can be used for any additional AAFR within a year from the cancelled trip's start date.
Send all cancellations in writing though the we travel platform
What’s included
- LodgingAccommodations in our choice hotels throughout your journey
- Airport TransferRound Trip Airport Transfers in Senegal. Pick up and drop off at airport in Senegal
- Ground TransportationAir-conditioned vehicle on ground in Senegal for entire journey
- Renaming CeremonyAll trips include an authentic renaming ceremony
- AttractionsAll entrance fees to various sites and attractions unless other stated on itinerary
- Hosts/GuidesProfessional & knowledgable hosts, guides and drivers accompany you every step of the way
- MealsBreakfast is included daily and we include one other meal per day except free days where meals are on your own
What’s not included
- Airline TicketWe do not include plane tickets. Research your plane ticket and find dates and ticket prices that work for you.
- VisaVisas are required but we will provide all the necessary documentation.
- Alcoholic BeveragesAlcoholic beverages are not included unless specified for a specific event or day
- Spending MoneyThis varies but air on the side of it's better to have it and not need it; than need it and not have it.
- Personal TipsTip from your heart. We suggest 10% at restaurants and when out. Tipping of our guides, hosts and drivers is allowed and encouraged.
Available Packages
This package is a per person cost based on two people sharing a room with one bed or two beds.
One person can purchase two packages or two people can each purchase their own package. Please be sure to choose your rooming style (two beds or one bed) in the questionnaire at check out and list your roommate. FYI, we do not pair roommates.
An additional child is acceptable in a room with 2 adults or 2 children in a room with one adult.
Package includes all the amenities listed in "What's Included" section of trip description
This package does not have a payment plan.
This package is a per person cost based on two people sharing a room with one bed or two beds.
One person can purchase two packages or two people can each purchase their own package. Please be sure to choose your rooming style (two beds or one bed) in the questionnaire at check out and list your roommate. FYI, we do not pair roommates.
An additional child is acceptable in a room with 2 adults or 2 children in a room with one adult.
Package Includes all the amenities listed in "What's Included"
This package is a per person cost based on a child rooming with two adults sharing a room with one bed or two beds.
An additional child is acceptable in a room with 2 adults or 2 children in a room with one adult. All children 12 snd under should be roomed with an adult.
Package Includes all the amenities listed in "What's Included"
Available options
Please choose this section of you are traveling alone and choose not have a roommate. All packages are priced as double occupancy per person cost for two people sharing a room. the single supplement mens you are choosing to room by yourself.
10 days many not be enough for you as we experienced with many who have travelled with us in the past and have become family as as result of that first trip. If you want to stay and explore Ghana for an additional 4 days let us know and we will provide you with an itinerary for the additional four days in Ghana
Please note that if you choose this option, please add 4 days to the end of the your selected dates and purchase your return ticket based on 14 days. You should return from Ghana.
This price covers double or single occupancy lodging, two meals a day, ground transport, flight to Ghana and all activities for the additional 4 days.
Why not? You're already in Africa! Add 4 more days but in Gambia. We'll cross The Gambian border just a 2 hour drive from Kaolack and spend a few days in Gambia before crossing back and spending our final two nights in Saly.
Please note that if you choose this option, please add 4 days to the end of the your selected dates and purchase your return ticket based on 14 days.
This price covers double or single occupancy lodging, ground transport and all activities for the additional 4 days. Meals are on your own for the extension period.
This journey requires all attendees to be members of the African Ancestry family which means you have purchased a test kit and received your results or are waiting for your results.
You can travel with us if you haven't take your test already but you must purchase here as a part of your package.
You don't have to participate in the reveal
Itinerary
On your arrival to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS), after processing through immigration, baggage claim and customs, we'll be outside the arrival hall waiting to transfer you to your hotel in Dakar.
You'll meet your in country hosts, change money, get orientated and checked in. Rest and relax for the rest of the day until dinner.
Our welcome dinner is your first experience with Senegalese cuisine.