Things to do in Senegal

Where to go in Senegal, when to visit, and what a trip costs.

Places to visit in Senegal

When flights to each destination are cheapest.

Dakar: Flights to Dakar are cheapest from late June through early September (Dakar's cooler, drier shoulder season) and again in January after the holiday surge, with savings of roughly 25-35% versus the December peak or February festival period. Flying midweek, Tuesday or Wednesday departures, typically shaves another $50-100 off round-trip fares from North American and European hubs.

A day on the ground for one person travelling alone, before flights: somewhere to sleep, food, something to do and getting around.

Set your dates, budget and home airport on any destination below for a total that includes flights.

Stroll the Corniche A dramatic coastal promenade with crashing Atlantic waves, joggers, and vendor snacks at sunset.
Plage de Yoff A working fishing village beach where colorful pirogues launch at dawn and locals play football at dusk.
Village des Arts An open studio complex where Senegalese painters and sculptors welcome visitors and show work in progress.
Medina neighborhood wander Maze-like streets full of tailor workshops, call-to-prayer echoes, and spontaneous sabar drum sessions.
Lac Rose (Pink Lake) viewpoint The naturally pink salt lake on the city's outskirts is visually surreal and freely visible from the shore.