City break in Dakar. Active leisure ideas for Dakar - attractions, recreation and nightlife

The main places to relax are beaches of Dakar. The most popular is Bel Air Beach located near the main railway station. It is perfect for active recreation, on the beach you'll find sports grounds and equipment rental centers. Equally attractive beaches Enfants and Anse Bernard can be found in the southern part of the city. They are not as crowded as the main city beach, while conditions are still comfortable. Travelers who prefer to spend time away from civilization and noisy places can be advised to explore the islands of Yoff, Ngor or La Madeleine. Here there are also specially equipped beach areas, as well as beautiful places for walking.

A short drive from Dakar is the most popular beach resort of Les Almadies, which is loved not only by foreign tourists but also by local residents. The influx of holidaymakers is most noticeable on weekends, when literally all people go to picturesque beaches and entertainment complexes of Les Almadies.

Local markets "Marche" are considered one of the main national attractions. Among the city's largest and most popular markets is Kermel, which was founded in the middle of the 19th century. Walking along beautiful colonial buildings and pavilions of unusual shapes, shoppers can discover a lot of interesting goods, from exotic flowers to handicrafts. Sandaga is considered the most popular non-food market, here you can buy high-quality equipment and appliances at very attractive prices. Close to Medina is Tilene market, and it is here where visitors to the city prefer to go for souvenirs, spices and fresh fruit. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

The most famous fish market is Soumbédioune that is right after an equally attractive bazaar where visitors are offered to buy crafts and handmade jewelry. For those who want to bring jewelry and incense from the trip, we can recommend Marché Malien, and Casamance presents a wide variety of goods. In addition to beach recreation and shopping, Dakar offers its guests a lot of interesting ways to hang out. Interesting tours of the most beautiful natural places are organized for guests every day, and at night, they can enjoy numerous discos, bars and nightclubs.

A stunning tour is available from SenegalStyle Tours. As the name implies, this is a “Senegalese” tour, and therefore it will definitely appeal to anyone who wants to get acquainted with the local culture, which is distinguished by its multifacetedness. Another interesting tour is offered by Diallo Tours Services. Not only the capital of Senegal but also surroundings are explored here. Here is also an opportunity to see the country's animal world. In general, you can simply have a good time and relax during the tour. And this is just what you need in the capital of the peanut republic.

The city has a lot of diving clubs, among which the best companies are Nautilus Diving and Barracuda Club Dakar. All those lucky ones who decide to try this kind of leisure will get only pleasant experience from such a beautiful pastime. For tourists traveling with children, an interesting pastime can be a visit to Accrobaobab Adventure. This is a theme park offering a variety of activities, and everyone will find entertainment to their liking here.

A great place to have plenty of fun is Parc Forestier et Zoologique de Hann. This is a zoo where you can see typical representatives of the African savannah - lions, crocodiles, antelopes, elephants, giraffes, monkeys, hyenas, turtles. Besides that, it is a great place to hide from the all-consuming heat. Here, there are a lot of shaded places, as well as greenery and trees, which attracts all who love this combination. Nearby is a fine restaurant serving really delicious food.

Nouvelles Frontières is another tour that is perfect for learning more about Dakar and its history through showing the best views of the Senegalese capital. Well, Andaando Travel Tours of Senegal is ideal for those who want to combine sightseeing with wandering around the neighborhood and enjoying an interesting cultural program - safaris, walking on beaches and parks. And don't forget about tours of the picturesque and distinctive island of Horus, which Dakarians call their historical homeland.

The westernmost point of the Dark Continent - namely, Pointe des Almadies, is located on the Cap Vert peninsula lying within the city. Here you can notice the wonderful landmark of the peanut republic's capital - Les Mamelles Lighthouse that, among other things, is the largest on the African coast. This is an amazingly beauty area offering stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. Although the lighthouse is quite old, it's still working. You can visit it the evening to have plenty of fun, and great live music and tasty cocktails will be a nice bonus.

The city has two beautiful monuments, discovering which is testament to finding the treasure - the thing is that they are quite peculiar but no less wonderful. First of all, it is Le Monument de la Renaissance Africaine, a pompous and grandiose sculpture rising over the city as if its defender. The second remarkable monument the Gate of the Third Millennium erected specifically for the third millennium meeting. This place is especially beautiful after nightfall. In order to find peace of mind, many people go to spa centers, the best among which are Buddhattitude Spa and Ryad Al Sultan Oriental Spa.

Golf enthusiasts will not be left out - especially for them, the city has prepared Parcours de Golf des Almadies where, besides the game itself, visitors will be amazed by the abundance of greenery. Besides that, King Fahd Palace Hotel can offer a golf club where you can have a great time. Those who wish to play bowling go to Red Games and Boulodrome PA Diagne. Here is also entertainment for gamblers - namely, Casino Terrou-Bi with its many slot machines where everyone will find a game to their liking.

When it comes to nightlife facilities, everyone can choose something that would suit their needs. If there's a desire to visit a cozy bar with a special atmosphere, many prefer L'impala Bar Lounge, and Complexe Loisir Five will delight those who love tasty and hearty food. Black and White Beach Dakar is a great place for those who wish to spend free time outdoors and prefer great cocktails. Le Maquis des allées Bar fascinates with a nice atmosphere reigning here, and Golden Night Club is perfect for those who want to dance all night long. Another fine bar is called Le Khorbi, which will definitely please guests who prefer beer to all other drinks.