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Located 50 km from Dakar. Shuttles, taxis or TER train available.

Main transport. Always negotiate the fare before getting in.

Heetch and Yango for secure and metered rides.

Dakar Plateau (downtown), Point-E, Sacré-Coeur, Mermoz, Almadies, Ngor.

Ganalé, Nina, Saint-Louis Sun, Pullman, Ibis, Novotel.

Many quality Airbnb options are available in Dakar.

Restaurant serving local and international dishes.

Yassa chicken, Mafé, Thieboudienne (national dish), pastels.

Opt for bottled water (Casamançaise, Kirène).

CFA Franc (XOF). 1 EUR ≈ 655 FCFA. Bring cash; ATMs accept Visa and MasterCard.

Yellow Fever vaccine recommended. Bring mosquito repellent and hats.

Check entry requirements based on your nationality.