Tour guide in Dakar Sogui W.

Dakar, Senegal

English, Spanish, French

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Since Aug 23, 2017

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I'm Sogui W., your private tour guide in Dakar

Guide #23421

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Dear travelers, Whether you are visiting Senegal for the very first time or returning to discover more, a warm welcome to you! **I am Sogui**, a passionate local guide with extensive tourism expertise, offering tailored indoor and outdoor tours designed around your unique desires. While I lead our journeys, I work alongside a dedicated team to ensure you get the absolute best experience across West Africa. One of our favorite experiences is taking you on a deep cultural immersion to meet Senegal's diverse communities, including the Wolof, Serer, Fula (Peul), and Bedik (Bassari) peoples. This unique journey allows you to truly connect with locals, share in daily traditions like traditional millet pounding, and learn their vibrant dances. As a specialist in **African literature**, I offer you a profound and unique perspective on our culturally rich country. If you are looking for an expert for historical tours, you have come to the right place—my colleagues and clients often call me "The Encyclopedia" or "The Professor" because of my deep passion for our history. Traveling with family? I absolutely love children! If you are traveling with your little ones, you can rest assured they will be in safe, caring, and fun hands throughout the journey. We also believe you haven't fully experienced Senegal until you have tasted our authentic culinary treasures. Join us to savor a traditional Thiéboudienne (savory rice and fish) or visit a local dibiterie to enjoy dibi—deliciously seasoned, wood-fired grilled meat. To complete your culinary journey, you will taste refreshing local juices like Bissap and Bouye, alongside a cup of rich, aromatic Café Touba. Beyond Senegal, we design seamless multi-country itineraries that showcase the absolute best of West Africa: * **The Gambia:** A wealth of incredible experiences awaits you. We will take you on a deep cultural immersion through Banjul's bustling Albert Market and visit the sacred Kachikally Crocodile Pond and its museum. History and nature lovers can journey to Juffureh and Kunta Kinteh Island, cruise the Gambia River to spot chimpanzees, hippos, and primates, or explore the vibrant Tanji Fishing Harbour, Bijilo Monkey Park, Abuko Nature Reserve, and the mystical Makasutu Sacred Forest. * **Guinea-Bissau:** Our focus turns to the fascinating Bijagos cultures across islands like Canhabaque, Bubaque, Soga, and Orango. This hidden gem offers unforgettable boat tours in a pristine area untouched by mass tourism. The spectacular Bijagos Archipelago is composed of 88 islands—with only 24 inhabited—where we can even guide you to see the rare saltwater hippos of Orango National Park. Looking for another specific adventure? We are also certified birdwatching experts ready to guide you through the region’s incredible avian biodiversity. Cherry on the cake , the unique professional bird guide Your satisfaction is my absolute priority. I cannot wait to welcome you to the land of Teranga—the land of unmatched hospitality! Welcome to Senegal! Warm regards, **Sogui & Team** 1994: My second university degree of literary studies: DUEL II 1995: Certificate of American literature and civilization at Cheikh A Diop university 2006: certificate of guide training 1997: I'm licensed by the Senegalese department of tourism as an English and Spanish speaking tour guide. 1998 - 1999: My first steps tourism were taking the African-American around Senegal and the Gambia 2000 -2017: I worked in tourism, taking the tourists in Mauritania ,Senegal, and The Gambia My license number: RCCM SN TH 2014 A 3231 No restrictions for me ,I am an excellent driver also .

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  • David P.Canada
    June 2026

    Our ½ day tour of Gorée Island began with meeting Sogui in front of the gangway on disembarking from our cruise ship. A short drive to the ferry port. The ferry process is slow and cumbersome. Arriving on Gorée Island, you soon realize what a treasure this place is. The horrid slave trade in its past versus the quiet beauty of what you see today. Sogui took us all over...

  • Jose R.Mexico
    May 2026

    This was the best experience I could ever have. Sogui and the driver were outstanding and provided us with all the support required during our visit. The explanations and expertise were terrific. They included some things that I wanted to make and did not rush me.

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    May 2026

    I am very honored to see you did appreciate the two days tour . Thanks you very much .

  • Jesse E.United States
    September 2025

    Sogui was an amazing guide! If you are thinking of doing a tour in Senegal, absolutely choose him with no hesitation. Was a great way to explore and see the Bandia Reserve, the pink lake, and the ocean side.

    Replied from the guide, Sogui W.

    September 2025

    Thanks , it's a honour for me to have you on my tours ! Best

  • Eric G.United States
    June 2025

    We had an amazing day with Sogui, saw some of Senegal’s natural beauty and stunning birds and got a window into the country’s people, culture and history. Sogui is a great communicator, thoughtful and helpful host and possibly the only guide with a deep understanding of Senegal’s wildlife, in particular its birds. Our ship was late in docking, but we still got in a full...

    Replied from the guide, Sogui W.

    June 2025

    Thanks you very for appreciating me , as bird guide and expert . Greetings to you all .