Practical Information

Everything you need to know for your stay in Dakar

🚗 Transportation

Getting Around Dakar

Several transportation options are available to help you get around the Senegalese capital easily.

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Yango

Rideshare - Mobile App
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Fares

Price calculated in advance based on distance. Card or cash payment.

Starting from 1 000 FCFA
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Advantages

Fixed price, GPS integrated, air-conditioned vehicles, card payment possible.

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Traditional Taxi

Yellow and black taxi
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Fares

Price negotiation before the ride. Meter rarely used.

Starting from 1 000 FCFA
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Tips

Negotiate before getting in. Ask for the usual fare at the hotel.

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Availability

Throughout the city, 24/7. Easy to spot (yellow and black).

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BRT - Sunu BRT

Rapid Electric Bus
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Fares

Zone-based pricing. Sunu BRT card required.

400 - 500 FCFA
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Route

Guédiawaye → Grand Yoff → Liberté VI → Sacré-Cœur → Petersen. 23 stations.

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Hours

6am to 9pm, every day. Frequency: every 6 minutes.

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TER Dakar

Regional Express Train
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Fares

2nd class: 500-1500 FCFA. 1st class: 2500 FCFA.

500 - 2 500 FCFA
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Route

Dakar → Colobane → Thiaroye → Rufisque → Diamniadio. 13 stations, 36 km.

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Hours

Mon-Sat: 5:30am-10pm (10 min). Sun: 6:30am-10pm (20 min).

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Dakar Dem Dikk

Classic Urban Bus
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Fares

Fare based on distance. Monthly pass available.

200 - 300 FCFA
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Network

Serves the entire urban area. TER and BRT connections.

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Airport Shuttle

Express shuttle Diamniadio ↔ AIBD with the TER.

💡 Practical Tips

  • Prefer Yango or taxis for trips to the Terrou-Bi hotel
  • The TER is ideal for reaching the airport via Diamniadio
  • Bring cash (FCFA) for traditional taxis
  • During rush hour (8-10am, 5-8pm), traffic can be heavy
  • Rideshare apps accept credit cards
  • Always ask for the price before getting into a taxi
🏨 Accommodation

Recommended Hotels

Selection of hotels near the event venue to make your stay easier.

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Event Venue
Hôtel Terrou-Bi, Boulevard Martin Luther King
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Hôtel Terrou-Bi

★4.3
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 stars
Boulevard Martin Luther King, Dakar
🏊 Pool 🏖️ Beach 🍽️ Restaurants 💆 Spa
Official website Book
+221 33 839 80 39
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Azalaï Hôtel Dakar

★4.6
⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4 stars
~500m from venue
Route de la Corniche, Dakar
🏊 Pool 🍽️ Restaurant 📶 WiFi
Book Map
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Noom Hotel Sea Plaza

★4.3
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 stars - Radisson
~2km from venue
Fann Résidence, Route de la Corniche
🏊 Pool 🌊 Ocean View 💆 Spa
Book Map
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Pullman Dakar Teranga

★4.6
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 stars
~3km from venue
Place de l'Indépendance, Plateau
🏊 Pool 🍽️ Restaurant 💼 Business
Book Map
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Novotel Dakar

★4.4
⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4 stars
~4km from venue
Avenue Abdoulaye Fadiga, Plateau
🏊 Pool 🍽️ Restaurant 🏋️ Fitness
Book Map
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King Fahd Palace

★4.1
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 stars
~8km from venue
Route des Almadies, Dakar
🏖️ Beach 🏊 Pools 🎾 Tennis
Book Map
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Radisson Blu Dakar

★4.4
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 stars
~3km from venue
Route de la Corniche, Dakar
🏊 Pool 🌊 Sea View 💆 Spa
Book Map
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Axil Hôtel

★3.9
⭐⭐⭐ 3 stars - Budget
~4km from venue
Avenue Faidherbe, Plateau
🍳 Breakfast 📶 WiFi ❄️ A/C
Book Map
ℹ️ Information

Good to Know

Useful information to prepare your trip to Senegal.

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Currency

The CFA Franc (XOF) is the local currency. 1 EUR ≈ 655 FCFA. ATMs available everywhere.

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Electricity

Plug type C / E (220V). Compatible with French European plugs.

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Time Zone

GMT (UTC+0). No daylight saving time.

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Phone

Code: +221. Local SIM cards available (Orange, Free, Expresso).

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Languages

Official language: French. Wolof is widely spoken.

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Climate

En Avril : 24-30°C. Hot and humid climate. Bring light clothing.