Dakar
Senegal
A plane ticket to Dakar opens the doors to Senegal and West Africa.
In its historic centre is the Plateau district where there are many buildings dating back to the colonial era, the Médina district that houses the Grand Mosque which towers over the city, as well as the unmissable markets of Sandaga, Tilène and Kermel.
One trip not to be missed from the port of Dakar is a day on the Île de Gorée, a place of pilgrimage for those wishing to honour the memory of the slaves who passed this way. You should also visit the nearby Île de Ngor, favoured by artists and with great beaches.
Are you looking for culture and relaxation? Book your flight to Dakar with Aigle Azur.
For your ride between the aiport and dowtown, numerous solutions are at your disposal :
- taxi
- bus
- train
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To make easier your check-in and the access to our counter you can consult the map to come to the airport.
Capital: Dakar
Population: 12 873 000 inhabitants
Area: 196 172 km²
Official Language: French
Currency: Franc CFA
Senegal is one of the most tourist-friendly and multi-facetted destinations in West Africa. With its UNESCO World heritage Sites and its ancient culture enriched by its different ethnic groups, cultural exploration is sure to part of the schedule for any visit to the country.
A trip to this African land also offers the chance to enjoy its varied landscapes. The Atlantic Coast offers all the delights of a holiday by the sea, while the interior of the country ranges from arid steppe to luxuriant vegetation.
The capital, Dakar, is a good point of entry to the country. When you’re staying in Senegal, make sure you explore its historic districts, the Plateau and the Médina, and the surrounding area of the Cape Verde Peninsula.
Testimonies to the area’s past and important steps for those wishing to honour the memory of the slaves who passed this way, are the Île de Gorée, off the coast of Dakar, and the city of Saint-Louis, to the north of the country.
The pleasures of the beach and watersports are also part of Senegal’s holiday offering, along its Atlantic coastline, near Petite-Côte or further south at Cap Skirring.
Formalities: A current passport and a visa are required to travel to Senegal.
Time difference: Senegal is 3 hours behind the UK in summer and 2 hours behind France, 2 hours behind the UK in winter and 1 hour behind France.
Electricity: the current is 220-240 V and the sockets are two-pin continental type.
Currency: the currency of Senegal is the Franc (CFA).
Telecommunications: country code for Senegal +221 (00221 + number of recipient)
Health: vaccination against yellow fever is compulsory here.
