Place de l'Indépendance Tours

Find a spot to sit and watch the world go by at Place de lIndépendance. If its well-trodden pathways could talk, this historic square would have some amazing stories to tell.

This Dakar public square is an ideal spot to begin your day of sightseeing. There's loads to see in the area, such as Sandaga Market, Ile de Goree Beach, and Cheikh Anta Diop University. Take your time at Place de l'Indépendance before making tracks to these other fine sights.

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Sama Hotels

Sama Hotels

2.5 out of 5
Les Almadies
Price was $2,511, price is now $2,206 per person
$2,206
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Jan 3 - Jan 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Washington (WAS) to Dakar (DSS)
20/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
The hotel is close by the ocean with walking distance to the beach. The staff are warm and helpful. The rooms are clean. Highly recommended.

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Casa del Toro Luxury Ranch

Casa del Toro Luxury Ranch

3.5 out of 5
Price was $2,686, price is now $2,351 per person
$2,351
per person
Jan 3 - Jan 9
found 18 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Washington (WAS) to Dakar (DSS)
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La Résidence Sea Plaza

La Résidence Sea Plaza

3.5 out of 5
Price was $2,718, price is now $2,389 per person
$2,389
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Jan 3 - Jan 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Washington (WAS) to Dakar (DSS)
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3.5/5(12 reviews)

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4/5(12 reviews)

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4.5/5(11 reviews)

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4/5(1 review)

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