A family day at a private beach in Dakar is a place set up so that children can play while parents relax. Age-appropriate activities, equipment on site, lunch with family options: you arrive in the morning and leave at the end of the afternoon, with no logistics to manage.

A beach set up for children

On arrival, the family is welcomed into a reserved area, with sun loungers and deckchairs for adults, a safe play area for children, shaded spots for breaks and direct access to the beach.

The day alternates swimming, sandcastles, group games and free exploration of the equipment (balls, buckets, beach games). Depending on the day, the activity leaders offer a treasure hunt, sea-themed craft workshops, mini sports courses or team games. The afternoon makes room for mini-Olympics, sandcastle contests, water games (depending on age) and rest periods, with a nap in the shade possible for the youngest.

Lunch, equipment and what to plan for

A family lunch is served at midday with the family options, with children’s menus, reworked local dishes, grills or international recipes, in the shade or on the beach depending on how the venue is organised. Drinks are extra, as an option. The beach is cleaned every day. Some equipment such as life jackets, games and parasols is provided on site, and a shower area may be available depending on the venue.

Bring a hat, sun cream and light clothing. The activity leaders supervise the games, but children remain under their parents’ watch at the water’s edge: vigilance cannot be delegated. The beach is supervised depending on the venue, and pushchairs mostly get along without difficulty on private beaches.

An easy outing for residents and visitors alike

If you live in Dakar, it is a weekend outing that saves you travelling far: the beach is in the city, with everything you need on site. It is busier at weekends, hence the advice to book. If you are visiting with children, it is a day with no surprises between two days of sightseeing, in a place designed for little ones.

In Dakar, around the beach

The private beach is in Dakar. From the west coast, it is easy to reach Ngor Island for a mini-adventure as a family, the Mamelles lighthouse for a wide view that is easy to reach with children, or the restaurants of the Almadies.

Other outings with children

For variety, other family days and children’s outings are available, as well as amusement parks. For parents, a relaxing private beach day completes the outing.