Senegal: main airports
Senegal is served by Blaise Diagne International Airport, the country's only international airport, located about 43 km east of Dakar.
The country offers the historic UNESCO World Heritage Gorée Island, the beaches of the Petite Côte and a lively music culture, from mbalax to the Dakar art scene.
Senegal: recommended activities
Senegal: visa and entry requirements
Citizens of over 60 countries (including Italy) do not need a visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days.
A passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity is required, along with a yellow fever vaccination certificate, and proof of financial means (about 50 EUR per day).
Senegal: safety
Senegal is generally one of the most stable and safe countries in West Africa, with violent crime contained in tourist areas.
The usual precautions apply against pickpocketing in Dakar. Always check your country's updated travel advisories, especially for the Casamance region in the south.
Senegal: health situation
Vaccinations against hepatitis A and B and typhoid are generally recommended, as is yellow fever, mandatory for entry; antimalarial prophylaxis is strongly advised.
Consult a doctor specializing in travel medicine in advance. It is advisable to drink only bottled water.
Senegal: currency, payments and connectivity
The currency is the West African CFA franc (XOF), pegged to the euro at a fixed exchange rate, shared with other countries in the UEMOA region.
The official language is French, alongside Wolof as a widespread lingua franca. Taxis have no meter: always agree on the fare before getting in.
