10 nights · Elysian Solenne
Senegambia and Cape Verde
Fly from Abuja or Lagos to Dakar, then music, islands and old river towns on the far west coast. From ₦4,650,000 per guest.
Day by day
The route
Dakar to Gorée to Banjul to Mindelo to Praia to Saint-Louis. Times can change with the weather; the captain always chooses the calmer water.
Day 1: Dakar embark
Fly from Abuja or Lagos the day before; a host meets you at arrivals. Board in Dakar from 2pm and sail past the African Renaissance hill at dusk.
Day 2: Gorée ashore
A short ferry and a long, quiet morning on the island of memory, with its museum and the Door of No Return. Afternoon at sea.
Day 3: at sea
A slow sea day: a talk from our guest historian, the spa, and dinner at Kola.
Day 4: Banjul ashore
Up the Gambia river mouth to the capital: the Albert market, a boat into the mangroves and birdlife you will not forget.
Day 5: at sea
At sea all day. Cooking class with the chef in the morning, highlife in the Atlantic Lounge at night.
Day 6: Mindelo ashore
Cape Verde's music town. Colourful squares, a fish market and an evening of morna in a small club near the harbour.
Day 7: Praia ashore
The old town on the plateau, the village of Cidade Velha and the first church in the region, with lunch overlooking the bay.
Day 8: at sea
Sea day. Sleep in, a swim, a long lunch on the terrace and the captain's welcome evening.
Day 9: at sea
A last day at sea, with a farewell dinner and the crew singing on deck.
Day 10: Saint-Louis ashore
Tender to the old island city on the Senegal river: painted balconies, horse carts and the long Faidherbe bridge.
Day 11: Dakar home
Breakfast on board and off the ship by 9am. Your host can book a car or a connecting flight home to Abuja.
Staterooms on this voyage
Fares for two guests sharing
Per guest fares and room totals including port charges of ₦18,000 per guest per night. Example rates.
| Stateroom | Size | Per guest from | Room total | Deposit to hold |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean view stateroom | 21 m² | ₦4,650,000 | ₦9,660,000 | ₦1,932,000 |
| Balcony stateroom | 27 m² plus 6 m² balcony | ₦6,277,500 | ₦12,915,000 | ₦2,583,000 |
| Grand balcony suite | 44 m² plus 11 m² balcony | ₦9,067,500 | ₦18,495,000 | ₦3,699,000 |
| Owner's suite | 82 m² plus wraparound terrace | ₦15,345,000 | ₦31,050,000 | ₦6,210,000 |
Highlights
What stays with you
- Gorée: A short ferry and a long, quiet morning on the island of memory, with its museum and the Door of No Return.
- Banjul: Up the Gambia river mouth to the capital: the Albert market, a boat into the mangroves and birdlife you will not forget.
- Mindelo: Cape Verde's music town.
- Praia: The old town on the plateau, the village of Cidade Velha and the first church in the region, with lunch overlooking the bay.
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In the fare
Included
- Your stateroom and all meals in five restaurants
- Soft drinks, juices, tea and coffee all day
- Evening shows, talks and Little Mariners
- Gratuities for the crew
- Wifi for messages and email
- Return flights from Abuja or Lagos with a travelling host
Not included
Spa treatments, private shore excursions, the streaming wifi package and travel insurance. Shore excursions start from ₦45,000 per guest.
Questions
About this voyage
Anything else, ask the concierge in the corner or call a host.
Are flights included from Abuja?
Yes. Return flights from Abuja or Lagos to Dakar are included in the fare, with a host travelling with each group.
Is French needed?
Not at all. Every guide speaks English, and our hosts speak English, French and Wolof.
Can we pay in instalments?
Yes. A 20 percent deposit holds the cabin and the balance can be paid monthly until 60 days before sailing, by card or bank transfer.
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Hold a cabin on Senegambia and Cape Verde
A 20 percent deposit holds your cabin. Free date change once, up to 90 days before you sail.