Major city · Senegal
Kédougou
Spend 2–3 days in Kédougou to see the hills, waterfalls and Bassari villages; reachable by road from Dakar.
Kédougou is the southeastern gateway to Senegal's hilly Bassari region. The town sits on the N7 road, about 700 km from Dakar. Its attractions are spread over a compact area, so 2–3 days cover the main sights and a day‑trip to nearby villages.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- XOF
- Best months
- Nov–Feb
- avoid check
- Airport
- KGG
- Nights
- 2–3
Not a trip line yet
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- Africa ↗When a route touches a yellow-fever country — even a transit of 12 hours or more — keep the original yellow card (ICVP) in your hand luggage; health desks and airlines can refuse boarding or entry without it.
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- West Africa ↗Cross land borders and drive between cities in daylight only; plan each crossing as a full travel day with cash for fees and passport copies for checkpoints.
- Senegal ↗Check visa and entry rules for your passport on official Senegalese government sources before booking.
- Senegal ↗Dress modestly in towns and at religious sites: shoulders and knees covered.
- Senegal ↗Check your government's advice before travelling to parts of the Casamance region in the south.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide8 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Kédougou17 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Kédougou, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the West African CFA franc (XOF), shared with seven other West African states and pegged to the euro (655.957 XOF = €1 (≈ US$2)).Senegal-wide
- SIM or eSIMOrange, Free and Expresso sell SIMs at the airport and shops; passport registration required.Senegal-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap for visitors.Senegal-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% where no service is added.Senegal-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/E/K. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Senegal-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for day visits; limited health services and spotty mobile coverage, so carry water, meds and a charged phone.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels and restaurants; squat toilets and buckets on the road.Senegal-wide
- Emergency numbers17 police · 18 fire · 1515 SAMU (medical) (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysFriday lunchtime prayers slow business; Tabaski, Korité and the Magal close most shops; many coastal lodges close Jul–Oct.Senegal-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckKGG Kédougou Airport (Limited domestic flights; check schedules.).
- Getting aroundTravel by road on the N7; local taxis and motorbike taxis are common.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- KGG Kédougou Airport (Limited domestic flights; check schedules.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
not flagged
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
May
not flagged
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Jun
not flagged
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Jul
not flagged
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Aug
not flagged
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Sep
not flagged
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Oct
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Nov
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Nov–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest May (36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jan (12 rain days), driest Jul (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Kédougou: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
Apr
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
7 rd
May
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
5 rd
Jun
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
3 rd
Jul
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
2 rd
Aug
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
2 rd
Sep
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
4 rd
Oct
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
7 rd
Nov
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
10 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Travel by road on the N7; local taxis and motorbike taxis are common. Distances between sights are short, so walking is feasible.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Dindefello waterfalls
goDoor to door: ≈1.5 h round‑trip
Taxi or motorbike from Kédougou, about 30 km (19 mi), 45 min each wayTaxi or motorbike from Kédougou, about 19 mi (30 km), 45 min each way
Best in rainy season (Nov–Feb); bring swimwear.
Bassari cultural villages (e.g., Bounkiling)
goDoor to door: ≈3 h total
Guided 4×4 tour, 50 km (31 mi), 1 h 15 min each wayGuided 4×4 tour, 31 mi (50 km), 1 h 15 min each way
Arrange with local guide; respectful dress.
Niokolo‑Koba National Park (edge)
cautionDoor to door: ≈6 h total
Long‑distance taxi, 150 km (93 mi), 3 h each wayLong‑distance taxi, 93 mi (150 km), 3 h each way
Park entry requires permit; consider overnight stay.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Chez Leontine
Basic guesthouse near Bandafassi.
Chez Doba
Simple rooms in Dande.
Campement Touristique Dar Salam
Eco‑camp in Dar Salam.
Villageois de Dindefello
Community lodging near Dindefello.
Mako Badala
Rural guesthouse in Mako.
Segou Campement
Camp site in Segou.
Campement Diaw
Single/double rooms; price CFA 6,000–12,000.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- CFA 5,000–8,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- CFA 8,000–12,000 excl. bed
- High
- CFA 12,000+ excl. bed
Watch out
Safety
- Limited medical facilities; carry basic supplies.
- Roads can be rough in rainy season; check conditions.
- Internet and phone coverage are spotty.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 17
- Fire
- 18
- SAMU (medical)
- 1515
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Kédougou. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Feb · avoid check · month by month →
- 1 airport and 7 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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