Port of Call Information

Port of Call Information

Dakar, Senegal


Average Yearly High Temperature in Fahrenheit (&degF)
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
74 81 86 85 83 80 80 80 81 79 78 72

Overview

Dakar, with a population of 2.5 million, is the capital city of Senegal, located on the Cape Verde Peninsula. With its port position on the western edge of Africa, it has an advantage departure point for trans-Atlantic and European trade. Dakar is a major administrative center which is home to the Senegal National Assembly and Senegal Presidential Palace.

Things to Do

Goree Island is an island that consist of colonial style houses that was used in slave trading. Now it is a historic site and also a beach. A great site to learn about some history of the area or to take advantage of the beautiful beach.

Diving is another great activity that the tourists take advantage of. Enjoy the warm waters and perfect weather while you do your diving. See exotic fishes and corals when you visit the underwater world.

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