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West Africa’s welcoming gateway

Senegal

West Africa’s vibrant, welcoming gateway — the music and energy of Dakar, the haunting Île de Gorée, and pink-lake and savanna day trips.

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The Pointe des Almadies near Dakar — the westernmost tip of Africa
The Pointe des Almadies near Dakar — the westernmost tip of Africa
The colourful colonial houses of Île de Gorée
The colourful colonial houses of Île de Gorée
The pink waters of Lac Rose (Lake Retba), edged with salt
The pink waters of Lac Rose (Lake Retba), edged with salt
Capital
Dakar
Language
French
Currency
XOF (West African CFA Franc)
Power
230 V · plug type C, D, E, K
Best time
Nov–Jun (dry season)
Now in Dakar
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What makes Senegal, Senegal

Teranga Welcome
Mbalax Rhythm
Île de Gorée
The Pink Lake
Atlantic Coast
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Travel gear for Senegal

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Plan & book

Get to Senegal & get around

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Do & see

Things to do in Senegal

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Travel essentials

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Where to go

Notable places in Senegal

The Pointe des Almadies near Dakar — the westernmost tip of Africa
The Pointe des Almadies near Dakar — the westernmost tip of Africa
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Dakar

A buzzing Atlantic capital of markets, music (mbalax), and the African Renaissance Monument.

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The colourful colonial houses of Île de Gorée
The colourful colonial houses of Île de Gorée
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Île de Gorée

A poignant UNESCO island of the historic slave trade, just offshore.

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The pink waters of Lac Rose (Lake Retba), edged with salt
The pink waters of Lac Rose (Lake Retba), edged with salt
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Lac Rose

A salt lake that turns bubblegum pink, ringed by salt harvesters.

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The big picture

About Senegal

West Africa’s vibrant, welcoming gateway — the music and energy of Dakar, the haunting Île de Gorée, and pink-lake and savanna day trips.

Source: Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0

Île de Gorée seen from the ferry crossing from Dakar
Before you fly

Visa info

Senegal visa: Many nationalities (US, UK, EU, Canada) enter visa-free for up to 90 days. Confirm before travel.
Visa rules change frequently. Always confirm with the official Senegalese immigration authorities for your nationality before booking flights.
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