Car rental in Dakar, Senegal

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When's the cheapest time to rent a car in Dakar?

Our data shows that July is the cheapest month to rent a car in Dakar. It's around 1 758 Kč per day in July, compared to the yearly average of 1 838 Kč per day.
Cheapest month avgJuly • 1 758 Kč
Yearly average price1 838 Kč

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There are 21 car rental providers in Dakar. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pickup spot.

Car rental pickup spots in Dakar

Compare car rental prices at airports, train stations, and in different neighborhoods across Dakar. You might find a better price, or the perfect pickup point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Dakar

Avis
Sixt
OK Mobility
Hertz

What's the most popular car to rent in Dakar?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Hyundai i10 is the most popular car to rent in Dakar, with prices starting from 1 652 Kč per day. The Citroen C4 and similar models are also popular choices in Dakar.
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i1017% chose this
Citroen C4
Citroen C48% chose this
Nissan Qashqai
Nissan Qashqai7% chose this
Hyundai Accent
Hyundai Accent7% chose this
Most popular carHyundai i10
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Dakar's cheapest car rental providers

Avis has the cheapest car rental in Dakar right now, with prices from 1 652 Kč per day. You'll save an average of 777 Kč per day when you book with them.
Avisfrom 1 652 Kč per day
Sixtfrom 1 955 Kč per day
Hertzfrom 2 114 Kč per day
OK Mobilityfrom 3 218 Kč per day
Cheapest providerAvis
Book with them to save around777 Kč per day

Renting a car in Dakar: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car rental companyAvis
Most popular carCompact, SUV
Average daily price3 218 Kč
Best time to bookLess than 1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Dakar

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car rental rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Dakar car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van rental options in Dakar that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Dakar for a whole month

Want to rent a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Dakar avoid costly admin in between pickups by renting out cars for longer periods. So see whether monthly car rental is cheaper than the three weeks needed by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on filling up the tank as you take off in Dakar, look out for deals with a "full to full" fuel policy, as opposed to a "half-full to full" one.

Skip the lines

We call out keyless pickup when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up means no lines. Just turn up at your preferred Dakar car rental location, hop in, and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

On average, renting a car in Dakar will set you back around 3 218 Kč per day or 16 850 Kč per week. 

The cheapest car to rent in Dakar is an economy SUV. The most popular is Compact, SUV.

Scoring the best car rental deal depends on when you book – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. However, according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Dakar is currently October.

On average, around 16 850 Kč. But the best price we found for a car rental for a week in Dakar is 11 560 Kč.

If you're looking for freedom to explore Dakar, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car rental deals with a "full to full" fuel policy as opposed to a "half-full to full" one.

We also clearly highlight car and van rental options in Dakar that have free cancellation

Yes – you can easily find car rental companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select "Return car to a different location" when you search with us.

Public transportation can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, and for as long as you want. You'll also be able to discover more outside of Dakar.

Most places – Dakar included – allow people under the age of 25 to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance deductible for young drivers. 

The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 1 652 Kč per day. The average price per day is around 2 114 Kč.

Of course. Most major car rental companies like Avis, Sixt and OK Mobility offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.

Other travelers rated Avis as the best overall in terms of experience.

Yes – van rental is available in Dakar.