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Dakar weather essentials

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May
77°F 25°C
66°F 18°C
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Jun
81°F 27°C
71°F 21°C
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Jul
83°F 28°C
72°F 22°C
2 in 6 cm
Aug
84°F 28°C
73°F 22°C
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84°F 28°C
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Oct
85°F 29°C
73°F 22°C
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SenegalStyle MotorScooter & Car Tours!
Ollie #1 of 11 attractions in Dakar
4.5 of 5 stars 27 reviews
Owner description: SenegalStyle MotorScooter Tours is an innovative & quick way to see all the best of Dakar in the shortest amount of time. Don't waste your valuable...... more » Owner description: SenegalStyle MotorScooter Tours is an innovative & quick way to see all the best of Dakar in the shortest amount of time. Don't waste your valuable time your first days here getting frustrated because you aren't 'seeing' anything but traffic! I will take you to the best beaches, those that are not in the Lonely Planet! All the coolest places, nicest art galleries, and talented artists, beautiful homes, and quick looks at major tourist attactions. Later on, you know where to go and can have a more focused, efficient tour on your own. « less
Attraction type  Tours
SenegalStyle Drumming Lessons
Ollie #2 of 11 attractions in Dakar
5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Owner description: SenegalStyle African Drumming & Dance is a service provided by SenegalStyle Bed & Breakfast,(€30 a night includes both Breakfast & Dinner!)...... more » Owner description: SenegalStyle African Drumming & Dance is a service provided by SenegalStyle Bed & Breakfast,(€30 a night includes both Breakfast & Dinner!) SenegalStyle African Drumming & Dance is owned by Sineta George of SenegalStyle Djembes. Our classes are for all levels, beginners, intermediate and professionals. The cost is €46 per person for 2 hour lessons, (both drumming and dance!) loaner drums available. Bilingual English/French/Wolof. Want to make your own African Djembe Drum? The cost is €100 for 3 day hands-on course, carved and painted with whatever design you want! Online prepayment required to reserve your time/date. (Good idea for folks with pre-planned tours). All major credit cards & e-checks accepted via Paypal. « less
Attraction type  "Classes/Workshops"
Accrobaobab Adventure
Ollie #3 of 11 attractions in Dakar
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
La Maison des Esclaves
Ollie #4 of 11 attractions in Dakar
4 of 5 stars 40 reviews
This centuries-old house served as a processing center for African slaves.
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Oceanium Dakar
Ollie #5 of 11 attractions in Dakar
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
IFAN Museum (African Arts Museum)
Ollie #6 of 11 attractions in Dakar
3 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Art Museums
Le Monument de la Renaissance Africaine
Ollie #7 of 11 attractions in Dakar
3 of 5 stars 32 reviews
Owner description: Le Monument de la Renaissance Africaine, a $27 million dollar solid copper statue, the tallest in the world! An elevator will take you to the top for...... more » Owner description: Le Monument de la Renaissance Africaine, a $27 million dollar solid copper statue, the tallest in the world! An elevator will take you to the top for a full view of the city and terrific pictures of the surrounding areas.Taxi pickup service from your hotel, entrance tickets to go to the top, and return to your hotel is 30 euro for one, & 15 euro for each additional person. Search 'SenegalStyle' on TAdvisor! « less
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
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Sandaga
Ollie #8 of 11 attractions in Dakar
3 of 5 stars 7 reviews
The city's main market.
Attraction type  Flea/ Street Markets
Distance  3.0 km from city centre
La Galerie Antenna
Owner description: Set up in 1972, this gallery is a "MUST" while visiting Africa. It is dedicated to African tribal art. On 4305 Ft2 are displayed the late Marthe...... more » Owner description: Set up in 1972, this gallery is a "MUST" while visiting Africa. It is dedicated to African tribal art. On 4305 Ft2 are displayed the late Marthe Everlé and Claude Everlé Collections dated from 1963 : wooden masks, figures,stools & beds from West & Central Africa, Benin & Dogon bronzes, Terracottas... We exhibit artists from the Dakar School of paintings and sell 18th Century glass beads' necklaces. « less
Attraction type  Art Galleries
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