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Explore the amazing wildlife of West Africa on one of these 10 tours to Dakar, Banjul, Tema, Praia, and Abidjan in 2025-2026. Prices for a wildlife viewing trip in West Africa range from $2,450 to $35,051 for a trip of 8 to 43 days. Choose one of the below 10 West Africa wildlife safari tours and make it your own unique experience with the help of one of Adventure Life's expert West Africa trip planners.
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Gambia Stone Circles
from $3,250
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Rivers of West Africa - Banjul to Banjul

Roundtrip Banjul - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Harmony V
Starts / Ends
Banjul / Banjul
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise along the Gambia River aboard the Harmony V, exploring wildlife and local culture from Banjul to Tendaba. Enjoy guided tours, optional excursions to national parks, and visits to UNESCO sites like Kunta Kinteh Island before returning to Banjul.
  • Walk through to Batelling
  • Discover Baboon Island
  • Visit Kaur's museum
  • Explore Dakar's surroundings
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Turquoise waters along the shore near Dakar, Senegal
from $12,680
$100 Dep.
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The Slavery Coast: Cruise from Senegal to Ghana

Dakar to Tema - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
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Dakar / Tema
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 15-day journey along West Africa’s coast, visiting vibrant cities and remote islands. Explore Daka's rich culture and bustling markets. Discover Banjul's colonial architecture before heading to the Bijagos Archipelago for a glimpse into local traditions and untouched nature. End your adventure in Ghana’s fast-paced capital.
  • Discover Banjul’s Albert Market
  • Explore Bijagos Archipelago beauty
  • Visit Abidjan lively art galleries
  • Tour the historical Elmina Castle
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Panoramic photo of beach in Senegal
from $12,680
$100 Dep.
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Cruise West Africa: The Slavery Coast

Tema to Dakar - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
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Tema / Dakar
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 15-day West African cruise from Tema to Dakar aboard SH Diana. Immerse yourself in local culture, markets, and cuisine. Visit Elmina Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover Takoradi's markets and venture into the lush Kakum National Park, then cruise to Monrovia to explore its bustling markets and rich history.
  • Visit Monrovia’s National Museum
  • Cruise through Bijagos Archipelago
  • Stroll through Takoradi’s markets
  • Explore Accra’s historic forts
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Colorful Canary Islands
from $19,735
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Exploring Cabo Verde, the Canary Islands and the Azores

Cabo Verde - Azores - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
Starts / Ends
Praia / Sao Miguel
Activities
Wine Tasting, Land & Sea Exploration, Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the Mediterranean islands on a 16-day Atlantic Island Chronicles cruise from Cabo Verde to the Azores aboard National Geographic Orion. Discover rich history, volcanic vistas, world-class wine and cheese, and fishing villages. Sail through Cabo Verde, and the Azores, uncovering scenic trails, hidden ports, and UNESCO World Heritage sites.
  • Visit UNESCO sites
  • Discover Madeira's flora and fauna
  • Learn the volcanic history
  • Local traditions and architecture
  • Discover Azores' food scene
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Beaches of Cape Verde Islands
from $2,450
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St. Helena to Cape Verde

St. Helena - Cape Verde - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
Starts / Ends
St. Helena Island / Praia
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an exciting 11-day cruise from St. Helena to the Cape Verde Islands aboard the MV Plancius. Discover the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, an underwater mountain range spanning 10,000 miles. Explore the historic Cidade Velha in Praia, built to defend against English attackers. This cruise can only be booked as part of a combination cruise.
  • Sail along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge
  • Cross the equator at sea
  • See volcanic landscapes and shores
  • Stroll the Praia streets
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Santo Antonio, Principe
from $12,680
$100 Dep.
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West Africa Cruise from Ghana to Angola

Tema to Luanda - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
Starts / Ends
Tema / Luanda
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 15-day West African cruise from Ghana to Angola aboard SH Diana, visiting destinations like Lome, Cotonou, Sao Tome, and Gabon. Highlights include Ghana’s forts, Lome’s voodoo market, Cotonou’s stilt village, and Gabon’s rainforests, with opportunities to relax on Macaco Beach and explore Luanda’s modern transformation.
  • See Lome's market and landmarks
  • Unwind in Principe's pristine beach
  • Immerse in Gabon’s rich wildlife
  • Explore Luanda’s Iron Palace
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The floating village of Ganvie
from $12,680
$100 Dep.
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Southwest Africa Cruise

Luanda to Tema - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
Starts / Ends
Luanda / Tema
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on this 15-day cruise in Southwest Africa from Luanda to Tema aboard SH Diana. Discover historic landmarks like the Iron Palace and São Miguel Fortress. Enjoy the natural wonders of Gabon and São Tomé’s rainforests. Explore lively cities like Cotonou, Benin, Lome, and Togo, rich with vibrant markets, voodoo traditions, and colonial history.
  • Explore Luanda's Iron Palace
  • See Gabon's rainforests & wildlife
  • Swim at Príncipe’s Macaco Beach
  • Trek through Diosso Gorge
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Explore beautiful Lisbon
from $6,580
$100 Dep.
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Atlantic Cruise from Portugal to Senegal

Lisbon to Dakar - 11 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
Starts / Ends
Lisbon / Dakar
Activities
Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 11-day Atlantic cruise from Portugal to Senegal aboard SH Diana. Visit Funchal on Madeira Island, famous for its lush gardens and cable car rides. Explore the picturesque streets of Santa Cruz de la Palma and Tenerife’s volcanic landscapes. Discover the bustling port of Nouadhibou and the cultural hub of Nouakchott.
  • Ride Funchal’s cable car
  • Stroll Santa Cruz colonial houses
  • Visit Tenerife’s Mount Teide
  • See Dakhla’s desert landscapes
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Turquoise waters along the shore near Dakar, Senegal
from $3,250
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Rivers of West Africa - Dakar to Dakar

Roundtrip Dakar - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Harmony V
Starts / Ends
Dakar / Dakar
Activity Level
Variable
Experience an 8-day cruise on the Harmony V through Senegal and Gambia, visiting UNESCO sites and vibrant cultures. Explore the Sine-Saloum Delta, wildlife-rich national parks, and historic locations like Kunta Kinteh Island, concluding your journey in Dakar.
  • Explore Dakar’s colonial heritage
  • Discover Banjul’s rich history
  • Spot rare birds in Bao Bolong
  • Walk Janjanbureh’s streets
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In touch with nature in Stromness
from $18,200
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Atlantic Odyssey including Antarctic Peninsula to Cape Verde

Ushuaia - Praia - 43 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Praia
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Scuba Diving
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 43-day Atlantic Odyssey aboard the MV Plancius, traveling from Ushuaia to Praia with stops at the Antarctic Peninsula and Cape Verde. Cruise south to Antarctica to see vast frozen landscapes and wildlife like whales, seals, and penguins. Follow migratory paths of Arctic Terns and whales north, then sail from St. Helena to Cape Verde.
  • Explore Antarctica watching whales
  • Follow Wildlife Migrations
  • Visit Rare Destinations
  • Cross the Equator
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