Join us, jo Keita & mara DIAKHATE
as we celebrate
black history in
Senegal and the gambia
February 27 THRU MARCH 10, 2014
Feb. 27 Thu. LOS ANGELES TO DAKAR, SENEGAL; WEST AFRICA
Depart on Delta or South African Airways.
Feb. 28 Fri. ARRIVE DAKAR SENEGAL
Morning arrival in Dakar. Transfer to your 4-star hotel. After orientation, you can rest before lunch and the city tour. Visit historical and cultural sites including grounds of the Palace, home of the president.
Radisson Blu Hotel L
Mar.01 Sat. DAKAR TO GOREE ISLAND
After breakfast, travel by ferry to Goree Island, which was once a departure point for millions of Africans bound for the Americas. Visit the house where they were kept before departure. Have lunch by the sea on the island. After lunch take the ferry back to Dakar and visit the sand painting gallery. Our students will find it interesting in how to use sand to make beautiful art. Enjoy a welcome dinner show.
Radisson Blu Hotel B/L/D
Mar. 02 Sun. DAKAR TO PINK LAKE
This excursion takes you to the mysterious rose-colored body of water, the Pink Lake. Experience floating in the lake while reading the newspaper. Enjoy a breathtaking adventurous ride to the Atlantic Ocean over the sand dunes in a 4x4. Visit the Fulani village and experience the everyday life of the people. Savor a typical Senegalese lunch with live entertainment at Chez Salim.
Radisson Blu Hotel B/L
Mar.03 Mon. DAKAR TO SINE SALOUM
Early departure to Toubacouta. We will travel south to Sine Saloum to overnight on the way to The Gambia. Learn the very active and exciting Saba, the traditional dance.
Saloum Lodge B/D
Mar. 04 Tue. SIN SALOUM TO THE GAMBIA
Morning departure to The Gambia. Check in to your 5-star hotel.
Evening at leisure.
Kairaba Hotel B/D
Mar. 05 Wed. THE GAMBIA
Tour of the city and we will go bargain shopping at Mama Tie-Dye & the Craft Market.
Kairaba Hotel B/D
Mar. 06 Thu. THE GAMBIA
Spend the day enjoying the wonderful property. Sun at the beach or take an optional tour.
Kairaba Hotel B/D
Mar. 07 Fri. THE GAMBIA TO SALY RESORTS
Early morning departure for the Saly Resort. Enjoy all of the things that a resort has to offer. There will be different activities available for our young people to learn and to enjoy.
Teranga Hotel B/D
Mar. 08 Sat. SALY RESORTS
Enjoy a leisurely day. Optional tour of the Bandia Game Reserve. Drive through the reserve and marvel at the animals up Close. You will see Rhinoceros, giraffe, crocodiles just to name a few.
Teranga Hotel B/D
Mar. 09 Sun. SALY RESORTS
Enjoy a leisurely day. In the evening, a Naming Ceremony and dinner. What a great way to end this wonderful trip by attending a great dinner and getting your African name that best describes the beautiful you. After dinner leave for the airport for your flight home
Teranga Hotel B/D
Mar. 10 Mon. SALY/HOME
Depart on your flight home at 3a.m.
CASH/CHECK DISCOUNT PRICE: $4012.00 per person based on double occupancy
CASH/CHECK SINGLE ROOM:$4,512.00
REGULAR PACKAGE PRICE $4,212.00 per person based on double occupancy
REGULAR PACKAGE PRICE SINGLE ROOM: $4,712.00
PRICE INCLUDES: Airfare roundtrip; 3 & 5-star hotels; meals as listed (B,L,D breakfast, lunch, dinner) complimentary airport assistance, all visits and entrance fees, extensive pre-tour information, comprehensive documents & itinerary, transportation in A/C motorcoach, assistance of an English speaking tour guide and a Bon Voyage gift, compliments of Nubian Tours. Does not include gratuities.
VISAS: U.S. Citizens are required to obtain a visa for Senegal and The Gambia. We will apply for our Senegalese visa before departure and get our Visas for The Gambia at the border. Your American passport has to be valid at least until Sep. 2014.
MEDICAL: At this time only Yellow Fever innoculation is required for Senegal & The Gambia. Malaria Pills are highly reccommended; but please consult with your doctor for directions.
SECURITY:Homeland Security requires us to send them pertinent information before you travel. Therefore, we need a color copy of your passport picture page at the time you make your reservations.
DEPOSIT: To reserve your space a $500.00 deposit is due by OCTOBER 20, 2013 . Please see the attached sheet for Terms and Conditions. We are traveling during High Season and seats are limited. Your reservation is based on a first-come basis.
The above package is based on 20 people.
FINAL PAYMENT: To avoid a late or cancellation fee, your final payment must be in our office by December 10, 2013.
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