Surfing holidays to Senegal. Located in the westernmost part of the Africa continent, Senegal has just started to reap the rewards of a blooming tourism industry, with it being only a few hours away from major tourist markets; five hours away from Western Europe and about seven hours away from the East Coast of the United States. An extremely sunny country claiming more than 3000 hours of sunshine yearly perfect for that surfing holiday.
Surfing holidays to Senegal. Located in the westernmost part of the Africa continent, Senegal has just started to reap the rewards of a blooming tourism industry, with it being only a few hours away from major tourist markets; five hours away from Western Europe and about seven hours away from the East Coast of the United States. An extremely sunny country claiming more than 3000 hours of sunshine yearly perfect for that surfing holiday.
Most Surfers who visit Senegal to go Surfing do so knowing that this spot was featured in the original surfing and most famous surf movie of all time "Endless Summer". Bruce Brown came here in the 1960's and found classic perfect surfing and from this day forward Senegal was named as a special surf destination.
The light blue line-ups is easily accessed through our surfing and what beter way to travel to the line-up than in a dug out canoe with the locals chatting away... The Reefs of Senegal offer excellent shape and break very consistently with both right and left peaks common. There are also many surfing beach breaks for beginners to enjoy.
Despite various influences (mostly from Western culture due to a long French presence in West Africa and also Middle Eastern influence due to a tradition of multiple exchanges with North Africa and Arab Countries), Senegal has its own brand of exotic music, food and customs that gives it the right dash of spice.
Its weather is tropical, hot and humid with the rainy season occurring May to November bringing some strong southeast winds; conversely the dry season runs from December to April and is dominated by hot, dry, humid and low winds; but even the changing of the seasons shouldn’t affect your choice of when to visit as there’s always something to see and do in Senegal and the surf is as consistent as you’ll find anywhere else on earth.
So much can be experienced in Senegal from aquatic sports, horseback riding, bird watching, historic museums, gorgeous natural sites, six major game parks and reserves, diversified fauna and flora to name a few. But more importantly to the surfing enthusiast Senegal is home to some of the most picturesque beaches in the world. Dakar, the melting pot capital city, is one of the busiest cruise ships port in Africa and boasts an exciting restaurant and club scene, as well as duty-free shopping.
Despite various influences (Western influence due to a long French presence in West Africa, Middle Eastern influence due to a tradition of multiple exchanges with North Africa and Arab Countries), Senegal has its own brand of exotic music, food and customs that gives it the right dash of spice.
Tropical Senegal is lauded for beauties both natural and urbane. With its suave capital, Dakar - many travellers' favourite amongst the larger African cities - and its entourage of internationally known musicians. Senegal is famed for its stunning coastline, where lazy surf beach days can be followed by cocktail-fuelled nights. But just around the corner from the busy tiny fishing villages a slice of real life and winding estuaries invite solitary surf sessions.
If you are looking for a real cultural and excellent value surfing trip then come and visit Senegal today you will leave smiling... Guaranteed!
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