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Saloum Islands

Under six hours’ flying from Paris, then the Petite Côte road down to the creeks.

⚠️ Timetables, opening hours, prices and access conditions may change without notice, for reasons beyond our control (season, weather, decisions by operators, venues or local authorities). Before every trip, check the information with the relevant authorities and service providers.

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Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Diass, 50 km from Dakar

Senegal’s international airport and the closest to the delta, about 1.5 hours by road from Ndangane and nearly three hours from Toubacouta.

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Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Roissy, near Paris

Departure point for direct Air France and Air Sénégal flights to Dakar, a journey of around 5 hours 45 minutes.

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Lisbon Airport (LIS)
Lisbon, Portugal

TAP Air Portugal flies from here to Dakar, a handy option for travellers from Portugal or connecting from other European cities.

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Air France
Paris-CDG – Dakar

Daily direct flight between Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Blaise Diagne Airport, with connections from major French cities.

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Air Sénégal
Paris-CDG – Dakar

Senegal’s national airline also operates the direct Paris–Dakar route; check the current schedule before booking.

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Transavia
French regions – Dakar

Seasonal direct flights to Dakar from Lyon, Marseille, Nantes, Bordeaux, Toulouse, Lille or Nice, mainly during the winter season.

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💡Practical tips3 options
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From the airport to the delta
Blaise Diagne – Ndangane, Palmarin, Toubacouta

Book a transfer through your campement or a car with driver; taxis and sept-place shared taxis exist but involve several changes.

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Pirogues to the islands
Ndangane, Djiffer, Toubacouta

Island campements arrange the pirogue crossing from the landing stage; leave your car in a guarded car park and travel light.

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Entry rules and health
Senegal

No visa for French and most EU citizens staying under 90 days, passport valid six months; yellow fever vaccination recommended and malaria precautions advised.

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