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San-Pédro

Skip unless you have a specific reason (port, beach, Taï National Park access). One night is enough; the beach is average and the town is a transport hub, not a destination.

San-Pédro is Côte d'Ivoire's second-largest port city (pop. 260,000) and the gateway to Taï National Park. The town itself has a working port, a few beaches and a lively central market, but the coastline is less scenic than Sassandra or Assinie. Most travellers pass through on the way to the park or use it as a stopover between Abidjan and the southwest. One night covers the essentials; two only if you are heading into Taï.

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Weather
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Currency
XOF
Best months
Dec–Mar (dry, less rain)
avoid May–Oct (heavy rain, coastal road may close)
Airports
San-Pédro (SPY) · Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport, Abidjan (ABJ)
Nights
1

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This is a basic guide for San-Pédro: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 7Nine African countries on this site have no trip line bec…Carry an original yellow fever vaccination certificate on…
  • 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.
  • Africa ↗Nine African countries on this site have no trip line because governments advise against travel; several others have no-go regions. Read your government's advice for every country on the route before paying deposits.
  • West Africa ↗Carry an original yellow fever vaccination certificate on any West African trip: several countries on the coast road demand it of every arrival, and the rest demand it after you have passed through a neighbour.
  • 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.
  • Côte d'Ivoire ↗Check visa and entry rules for your passport on official Ivorian government sources before booking.
  • Côte d'Ivoire ↗Governments advise against travel to parts of the far north near the Mali and Burkina Faso borders; check your own government's advice.
  • Côte d'Ivoire ↗Check the yellow-fever vaccination certificate rules for Côte d'Ivoire before you fly.

Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide

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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
Emergency numbers for San-Pédro110 ▾

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about San-Pédro, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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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.

Second-largest port in Côte d'IvoireGateway to Taï National ParkBeachside maquis (local eateries)Rue de la République (banks, ATMs, shops)
Airports
SPY San-Pédro Airport (Small domestic field; most travellers arrive by road from Abidjan. Confirm current service before booking — check.) · ABJ Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport, Abidjan (Main international gateway; then about 8 h by road via Gagnoa and Soubré, or about 10 h on the coastal road via Sassandra in the dry season.)

Map of San-Pédro

Where it is, and the guides within about 120 km.

Sassandra

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Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  4. Apr

    not flagged

    32°C (90°F)

  5. May

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    29°C (84°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    28°C (82°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    27°C (81°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    28°C (82°F)

  10. Oct

    Avoid

    29°C (84°F)

  11. Nov

    not flagged

    30°C (86°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

Best: Dec–Mar. Avoid: May–Oct. Month by month →

Warmest Feb (32°C (90°F)), coolest Jul (22°C (72°F) low), wettest Jun (18 rain days), driest Jan (3). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

San-Pédro: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

31°C (88°F)

23°C (73°F)

3 rd

Feb

32°C (90°F)

23°C (73°F)

4 rd

Mar

32°C (90°F)

24°C (75°F)

7 rd

Apr

32°C (90°F)

24°C (75°F)

10 rd

May

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

16 rd

Jun

29°C (84°F)

23°C (73°F)

18 rd

Jul

28°C (82°F)

22°C (72°F)

14 rd

Aug

27°C (81°F)

22°C (72°F)

12 rd

Sep

28°C (82°F)

22°C (72°F)

15 rd

Oct

29°C (84°F)

23°C (73°F)

13 rd

Nov

30°C (86°F)

23°C (73°F)

9 rd

Dec

31°C (88°F)

23°C (73°F)

5 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

Shared taxis (200 CFA per person, locals' rate; foreigners may be quoted 1000 CFA). Walking is fine in the centre. For Taï National Park, arrange a taxi or join a tour from Abidjan.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Taï National Park

go

Door to door: About 2.5 h

Taxi or tour from San-Pédro, about 2 h

UNESCO site with chimpanzees; you need a guide and permit. Best Dec–Feb.

Sassandra

caution

Door to door: About 3.5 h

Shared taxi or bush taxi, about 3 h on the coastal road

Road condition varies; check locally before setting out.

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.

City centre (Rue de la République area)

Banks, ATMs, shops and most hotels. Close to shared taxi stands.

Beachside maquis area

Southwest of the centre, along Boulevard Houphouët-Boigny. Quieter, with beach bars and a few hotels.

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

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
XOF 10,000–15,000 excl. bed
Mid
XOF 20,000–35,000 excl. bed
High
XOF 40,000+ excl. bed

Watch out

Safety

Generally safe, but petty theft occurs in markets and on shared taxis. Keep valuables out of sight. The coastal road can be dangerous after dark due to poor condition and lack of lighting.
  • Coastal road from Abidjan via Sassandra is in poor condition and may close in the rainy season; use the Gagnoa–Soubré route instead (about 8 h).
  • Shared taxi drivers may overcharge foreigners: insist on 200 CFA for rides within town.
  • Beach is nothing special; don't expect swimming-quality sand or water.

Emergency numbers

Police
110
Fire
180
SAMU (ambulance)
185

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À cette adresse, s'il vous plaîtTo this address, please

Emergency

  • Police110
  • Fire180
  • SAMU (ambulance)185

Embassy

Most embassies are in Abidjan; the US embassy is in Abidjan (check address).

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Shared taxi within town: 200 CFA per person (locals' rate)
  • Bush taxi San-Pédro → Abidjan (via Gagnoa): about 8 h, check price at gare routière
  • Cold local beer (maquis): XOF 500

Say or show

  • Bonjour — Hello (bohn-zhoor)
  • Merci — Thank you (mair-see)
  • Combien? — How much? (kom-byen)
  • C'est trop cher — Too expensive (seh tro shair)
  • Je ne comprends pas — I don't understand (zhuh nuh kom-prahn pah)
  • Où sont les toilettes? — Where is the toilet? (oo son lay twah-let)
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 San-Pédro. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Dec–Mar (dry, less rain) · avoid May–Oct (heavy rain, coastal road may close) · month by month →
  2. 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 2 day-trips, door to door
  6. 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

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