good surf spot between the small island and the bay of Yoff. there are many sea urchins, so shoes are a good idea. Once you got one in your feet, swim to the island and walk ophill asking for the 'doctor': have fun! it will hurt like hell and once back in Dakar you should check your last tetanus shot...

While the island is historically interesting, the experience is marred by annoying sales people who will do everything to extract cash from you. I ended up speaking only Serbian and highly annoying one of the women, much to my delight. Food in the dock area sucks, as do the many flies who are all over the place. However, there is some charm in the desolated buildings, plus, after Dakar, this is a welcome change.