Senegal is one of West Africa's most popular destinations. The capital Dakar is a vibrant, lively city with colorful markets and good nightclubs. Senegal is culturally rich, famous for its excellent musicians and story tellers.
Area: Senegal covers an area of 196,190 sq
Population: Just under 13 million people live in Senegal.
Language: French (official), Wolof
Religion: Muslim 94%, indigenous beliefs 1%, Christian 5% (mostly Roman Catholic)
Climate: Senegal has a tropical climate and is generally hot and humid. There's a rainy season (July to October) with strong southeast winds. The dry season (November to June) is dominated by hot, dry, harmattan wind.
Wetsuit: Maj - November = boardshorts December and April = Shorty January - March = 2-3mm Full suit
Currency: CFA Franc – ATM cash machines available all over the country
Visas: Are not required for EU, USA and Canada citizens (90 day stay max.)
Malaria and yellow fever vaccines recommended.
Articles about surf in Dakar - Senegal - West Africa
Article written by Nacho Garcia(www.escuelacantabradesurf.com)Text in Spanish
Drift surfing Magazine visising Senegal
The Guardian article over the waves in Senegal
Transworld Surf visiting Dakar - Senegal
The Independent visiting Dakar - West Africa
MST = Medister surf team visiting the surfcamp
The National comments on surf in Senegal
The five best surf spots in West Africa
Travel tips on Surfcamp and surf schools in Dakar - Senegal
Surftourist.com about surf in Senegal - West Africa
Traveltips.usatoday.com on Surf in Dakar - Senegal
Links
Plan and log your next trip with Surftourist.com
Senegal's official tourism web page
