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Capital

Dakar

Population

16.743.927

Language

French

UNESCO Heritage Sites

Travel indices

Scores based on real data from 0-100

Travel indices

Tourism

64/100

Tourist infrastructure and attractions. Based on number of attractions, quality of services, and visitor facilities.

Safety

76/100

Level of safety for tourists. Based on crime statistics, political stability, and personal security.

Travel Cost

50/100

Average travel cost index. Based on accommodation, food, transport, and activities. Lower score = more economical.

Transport

55/100

Quality of the transport system. Based on public transport, road infrastructure, and mobility options.

Internet

58/100

Quality and availability of internet connection. Based on broadband speed and public WiFi coverage.

Kindness

92/100

Hospitality towards foreign tourists. Based on traveler surveys and social behavior studies.

Environment

65/100

Environmental quality and sustainability. Based on air quality, waste management, and green policies.

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Explore Regions of Senegal

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6 regions

19 cities

18 attractions

Dakar

Dakar offers distinctive landscapes, culture and experiences in Senegal.

Capital: Dakar

Temperate

Fatick & Kaolack (Saloum Delta)

Fatick & Kaolack (Saloum Delta) offers distinctive landscapes, culture and experiences in Senegal.

Capital: Kaolack

Temperate

Kédougou

Kédougou offers distinctive landscapes, culture and experiences in Senegal.

Capital: Kédougou

Temperate

Saint-Louis

Saint-Louis offers distinctive landscapes, culture and experiences in Senegal.

Capital: Saint-Louis

Temperate

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Plan8 days · Dakar + Gorée + Saloum/Saint-Louis
Senegal in 8 days
Senegal in 8 days: Dakar + Gorée Island + Sine Saloum or Saint-Louis. Atlantic capital, memory and delta without map overload.
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About 7 days covers a first visit. Add more if you want to combine several regions.

Start with the featured regions and top-rated cities on this guide. Mix coast and inland if you have time.

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Safety rated 76/100. Use normal urban precautions.

76Safety
50Affordable

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