2 weeks in Senegal for a group of friends
Embark on a 2-week journey with friends through Senegal's spiritual heartland on the Sufi Pilgrimage Trail. Begin in Dakar, where modernity meets tradition, exploring the Grand Mosque and Île de Gorée's poignant history. In Touba, marvel at the Great Mosque and join the vibrant Magal de Touba festival. Continue to Kaolack, discovering Medina Baye Mosque and its bustling markets. Conclude in Tivaouane, the birthplace of the Tijaniyya order, participating in the lively Gamou celebrations. This balanced-paced adventure offers profound spiritual experiences and cultural immersion amidst Senegal's sacred sites.
Total Distance: ~2000 km
1 country • 14 nights
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1st stop: DAKAR
Dakar, the vibrant capital of Senegal, is a bustling city rich in culture and history. As a major hub for Sufi pilgrimage, it offers a unique blend of modernity and tradition.
Stay 3 nights
Visit the Grand Mosque of Dakar
Explore Île de Gorée's Historical Significance
Experience Dakar's Lively Markets
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Explore Dakar and Gorée Island full day
Day tour Somone lagoon and Bandia park Safari
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Dakar → Touba
Bus • 4 hours
$15.00 per person
2nd stop: TOUBA
Touba is the spiritual heart of Senegal and the center of the Mouride brotherhood. Known for its stunning mosque, it is a key destination for those on a Sufi pilgrimage.
Stay 4 nights
Marvel at the Great Mosque of Touba
Participate in the Magal de Touba Festival
Visit Cheikh Amadou Bamba's Mausoleum
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Touba → Kaolack
Bus • 3 hours
$10.00 per person
3rd stop: KAOLACK
Kaolack serves as an important cultural hub with significant religious sites tied to Sufism. It's known for its rich agricultural market and as a gateway to other pilgrimage locations.
Stay 3 nights
Discover the Medina Baye Mosque
Explore Kaolack's Central Market
Experience Local Culture at Traditional Ceremonies
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Kaolack → Tivaouane
Bus • 3.5 hours
$12.00 per person
4th stop: TIVAOUANE
Tivaouane is another key city on the Sufi pilgrimage trail, known as the birthplace of the Tijaniyya order in Senegal. It offers profound religious experiences amidst its sacred sites.
Stay 4 nights
Visit the Tivaouane Grand Mosque
Participate in Gamou Celebrations
Explore Spiritual Teachings at Religious Schools
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Tivaouane → Dakar
Bus • 3.5 hours
$15.00 per person
