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Class Economy Car car
Class Economy Car
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
$37/day
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Class Compact Car car
Class Compact Car
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
$46/day
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Nissan Almera car
Nissan Almera
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
$95/day
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Class Economy SUV car
Class Economy SUV
or similar SUV
2
2
4-5
$70/day
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Mitsubishi Challenger/Nativa car
Mitsubishi Challenger/Nativa
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$72/day
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Toyota Hilux car
Toyota Hilux
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
$106/day
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Class Oversize Van car
Class Oversize Van
or similar Van
5
6
4-5
$351/day
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Class Full-size Truck car
Class Full-size Truck
or similar Pickup truck
5
2
2/4
$90/day
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Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
$90/day
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Toyota RAV4 car
Toyota RAV4
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$104/day
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Dakar car rentals

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Dakar with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in Dakar?

You should book your rental car in Dakar around 79 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car rental company in Dakar?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Avis ($45/day), Hertz ($50/day) and Sixt ($72/day). The cheapest rental car price was found at Avis, Loxea Senegal Km2 5 Bd Du Cent (0.6 mi from city center).

What is the most popular rental car in Dakar?

Rentals in the Small category (Class Economy Car or similar) are the most popular option in Dakar, costing $45/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as $31/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Dakar?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Dakar is July at an average cost of $74/day. February is the most expensive month to rent a car in Dakar when prices are $77/day on average, which tends to be 2% above the yearly average rental price for Dakar.

What rental car company in Dakar has the most locations?

Avis, OK Mobility and Sixt each operate 2 locations in Dakar, more than any other rental company.

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Dakar car rental price comparison by vehicle type

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Small cars

$60 - $70

All Car Types

$108 - $141

How much does it cost to rent a small car in Dakar?

How much does it cost to rent a medium car in Dakar?

How much does it cost to rent a large car in Dakar?

How much does it cost to rent an SUV in Dakar?

How much does it cost to rent a van in Dakar?

How much does it cost to rent a pickup truck in Dakar?

How much does it cost to rent a luxury car in Dakar?

Small car rentals in Dakar typically cost around $66 per day. The best time to book is May, when prices average $60 per day which is about 10% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 47% cheaper than the average rental in Dakar, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

Medium car rentals in Dakar typically cost around $113 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average $57 per day which is about 50% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 9% cheaper than the average rental in Dakar, offering a good balance of space and value.

Large car rentals in Dakar typically cost around $201 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average $63 per day which is about 69% less than the yearly average. Large cars are typically 39% more expensive than the average rental in Dakar, but offers more comfort for longer trips.

SUV rentals in Dakar typically cost around $128 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average $100 per day which is about 22% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 4% more expensive than the average rental in Dakar, but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.

Van rentals in Dakar typically cost around $328 per day. The best time to book is July, when prices average $160 per day which is about 52% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 63% more expensive than the average rental in Dakar, but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.

Pickup truck rentals in Dakar typically cost around $109 per day. The best time to book is April, when prices average $102 per day which is about 7% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 13% cheaper than the average rental in Dakar, a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.

Luxury car rentals in Dakar typically cost around $200 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average $94 per day which is about 53% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 38% more expensive than the average rental in Dakar, but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.

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Most popular car type

Average price

Good deal

Hertz
Small
$58/day
$43/day

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Dakar

  • The city’s public transportation system is limited and does not connect all parts of town, making car rentals in Dakar one of the most convenient options for getting around. With Dakar car rentals, you will have the flexibility to stick to your own schedule and the ability to go wherever you like. Reserving car rentals in Dakar will also allow you to go to places that are a bit far from the city center, such as the Mosquée de la Divinité and the Loman Art House - Art Gallery.
  • Travelers that are arriving in the area by plane can always pick up their car rentals in Dakar from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS). The car rental center is located on the Arrivals level of the Main Terminal and is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Some of the car rental companies that you can find here include Mass Location, Satguru Travel and Tours Services, Hertz, and SIXT.
  • If you are going to be driving car rentals in Dakar, it is important that you know a bit about the local driving culture. For example, police checkpoints are quite frequent in Senegal. These checkpoints are often not in the same location and may be rather informal, but do not be surprised if you come across them. You also may come across many potholes and animals on the roads, so always be alert and try not to drive too quickly.
  • Dakar is known for having very congested roads, so it is best to avoid driving during rush hour. In general, you can expect rush hour to be between the hours of 6:00 and 9:00 am and 5:00 and 7:00 pm You may also want to avoid driving at night as much as possible, as most roads do not have any street lights, which can be dangerous for drivers that do not know the area well.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Dakar for $43 or less
  • Small rental cars in Dakar are around 44% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Dakar

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Dakar?

    On average a rental car in Dakar costs $58 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Dakar found in the last 2 weeks is $47.

  • Can I rent an automatic car in Dakar?

    Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Dakar. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

  • Which car rental companies are at Blaise Diagne airport (DSS)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Blaise Diagne airport include Hertz, Avis, Sixt and OK Mobility.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Blaise Diagne airport (DSS)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Blaise Diagne airport to off-airport locations include Avis, and Sixt.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Dakar?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does a Small car rental cost in Dakar?

    A Small car rental in Dakar costs $43 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Medium car rental cost in Dakar?

    A Medium car rental in Dakar costs $100 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Large car rental cost in Dakar?

    A Large car rental in Dakar costs $74 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Dakar?

    In Dakar, cars are most frequently rented at OK Mobility Blaise Diagne International Airport (25 miles from city center).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Dakar?

    Most car rental providers in Dakar offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Dakar, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

  • How many car agencies are operating in Dakar?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 8 car rental agencies in Dakar.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Dakar?

    Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Dakar?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Dakar so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Dakar?

    As the city center is so busy and congested, those that will be primarily driving in downtown Dakar may want to rent a small vehicle. Sedans and compact models are quite common and are great choices for being able to drive on narrow streets and park in tight spots. If you will be exploring a bit more of Senegal outside of Dakar, or you are traveling with plenty of luggage, you can always choose an SUV instead. SUVs provide more room for cargo, which can often be convenient.

  • What’s the speed limit in Dakar?

    If you are driving in a residential area that is within the city limits, the maximum speed limit will be 50 km/h (approximately 31 mph). When you are driving on an open highway, it is common for the highest speed limit to be closer to 90 km/h (approximately 56 mph). If you are driving on a motorway, you can expect the highest speed limit that you will see to instead be closer to 130 km/h (approximately 81 mph).

  • Where are the best places to park in Dakar?

    It is quite common to find free street parking in most neighborhoods of Dakar, including the city center. You will also find that there are many private parking lots for you to choose from, with the prices varying depending on the owner and the location. If you are staying at a hotel, you will typically be able to benefit from either free or paid parking there. Some businesses and restaurants will also have their own private small parking areas that you may be able to find a spot in if you are one of their customers. Parking fills up fast, so it is recommended that you try to find a spot early in the day. 

Dakar car rental reviews and directory

 

GREEN MOTION

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Dakar

Locations in Dakar

Mermoz VDN

+221 33 821 60 11

Monday08:30 - 20:30
Tuesday08:30 - 20:30
Wednesday08:30 - 20:30
Thursday08:30 - 20:30
Friday08:30 - 20:30
Saturday08:30 - 20:30
Sunday08:30 - 20:30

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Avis

5.0

Fair

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

5.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

4.0

2 locations in Dakar

Locations in Dakar

Commune De Diass

+221 33 849 77 55

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday08:00 - 23:59
Sunday08:00 - 23:59

Loxea Senegal Km2 5 Bd Du Cent

+221 33 849 77 55

Monday08:00 - 13:1514:15 - 17:15
Tuesday08:00 - 13:1514:15 - 17:15
Wednesday08:00 - 13:1514:15 - 17:15
Thursday08:00 - 13:1514:15 - 17:15
Friday08:00 - 13:0015:00 - 17:00

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Oct 2026

SUV

KAYAK
The staff and the pick up / drop off was really good. But the choice of car and the state of the car was bad

1 out of 1

Hertz

3.2

Poor

Cleanliness

3.5

Comfort

3.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

3.3

Value for money

3.0

6 locations in Dakar

Locations in Dakar

107 Rue Joseph Gomis

+221 33 889 81 81

Monday08:00 - 12:0014:30 - 18:30
Tuesday14:30 - 18:3008:00 - 12:00
Wednesday14:30 - 18:3008:00 - 12:00
Thursday08:00 - 12:0014:30 - 18:30
Friday08:00 - 12:0014:00 - 18:30
Saturday14:30 - 18:3008:00 - 12:00
Sunday08:00 - 12:00

Avenue A.fariga

+221 33 849 61 37

Monday14:30 - 18:3008:00 - 12:00
Tuesday08:00 - 12:0014:30 - 18:30
Wednesday14:30 - 18:3008:00 - 12:00
Thursday08:00 - 12:0014:30 - 18:30
Friday08:00 - 12:0014:30 - 18:30
Saturday14:30 - 18:3008:00 - 12:00

Blaise Diagne Airport

+221 78 620 08 27

Monday00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday00:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 23:59
Friday00:00 - 23:59
Saturday00:00 - 23:59
Sunday00:00 - 23:59

Hotel Meridien President

Monday14:30 - 18:3008:00 - 12:00
Tuesday14:30 - 18:3008:00 - 12:00
Wednesday08:00 - 12:0014:30 - 18:30
Thursday08:00 - 12:0014:30 - 18:30
Friday14:30 - 18:3008:00 - 12:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:0014:30 - 18:30

Leopold Sedar Senghor Airport

+221 33 820 11 74

Monday00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday00:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 23:59
Friday00:00 - 23:59
Saturday00:00 - 23:59
Sunday00:00 - 23:59

Sofitel-teranga Hotel

Monday08:00 - 12:0014:30 - 18:30
Tuesday08:00 - 12:0014:30 - 18:30
Wednesday08:00 - 12:0014:30 - 18:30
Thursday08:00 - 12:0014:30 - 18:30
Friday08:00 - 12:0014:30 - 18:30
Saturday14:30 - 18:3008:00 - 12:00

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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Full-size SUV

KAYAK
Excellent customer service by Alex Serge

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Compact

KAYAK
The car was not read. The rental asked me to come back the day after. I cancelled the reservation. BR,

2.0 Poor

Damir, Mar 2024

Compact

KAYAK
I booked a car on 278 eur and had to pay 660 eur for a vehicle they prepared for me. Had no other option at the Dakar airport 4 AM. Vehicle was old, bumped from all sides, noisy, far from something what you expect from Hertz and Kayak. Lady at the counter was ok and polite, but se's not a customer's problem solver, she only delivers what is prepared. So, more than double rate comparing to what is booked, inadequate vehicle by it's condition, poor looks and unsafe feeling for driver/passenger. I'm very interested what Kayak and Hertz will do on this case. Explanations like 660 eur with 600 free km included is better than 278 eur +0.38 eur/km does not work. Because of feeling unsafe in this vehicle I had to change my vacation plans and did only 375 km in 6 days of rent. Very unpleasant experience!

4.0 Mediocre

Lucien, Nov 2023

Compact

KAYAK
When my vehicle wasn't available, they told me I had two choices: wait for a car to be returned (may happen/ may not) or pay more for an upgrade. Being pressed for time I paid, but only because they refused to honor the original reservation .

1 out of 3

keddy by Europcar

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5 locations in Dakar

Locations in Dakar

Dakar Airport

Opening times not available

Dakar Airport

+221 77 333 83 06

Opening times not available

Dakar Downtown

Opening times not available

Dakar Vdn X Pyrotechnique Lot N24- Opposite Cites Gorgui

Opening times not available

N°22 Liberte 6 Extension Vdn Mermoz

+221 77 333 32 97

Monday09:00 - 13:0007:30 - 09:0018:00 - 20:0014:30 - 17:30
Tuesday09:00 - 13:0014:30 - 17:3018:00 - 20:0007:30 - 09:00
Wednesday14:30 - 17:3007:30 - 09:0009:00 - 13:0018:00 - 20:00
Thursday14:30 - 17:3009:00 - 13:0018:00 - 20:0007:30 - 09:00
Friday14:30 - 17:3009:00 - 13:0018:00 - 20:0007:30 - 09:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

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4 locations in Dakar

Locations in Dakar

Commune De Diass

+221 33 889 46 80

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday08:00 - 23:59
Sunday08:00 - 23:59

Place L Independance Immeuble

Monday08:00 - 13:0014:30 - 19:00
Tuesday08:00 - 13:0014:30 - 19:00
Wednesday14:30 - 19:0008:00 - 13:00
Thursday08:00 - 13:0014:30 - 19:00
Friday14:30 - 19:0008:00 - 13:00
Saturday14:30 - 19:0008:00 - 13:00

Route Des Almadies

Monday08:00 - 19:00
Tuesday08:00 - 19:00
Wednesday08:00 - 19:00
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Yoff Senegal

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday08:00 - 23:59
Sunday08:00 - 23:59

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Europcar

No score available yet

2 locations in Dakar

Locations in Dakar

Blaise Diagne International

+221 77 794 25 84

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday08:00 - 23:59
Sunday08:00 - 23:59

N22 Liberte 6 Extension Vdn

+221 77 333 32 97

Opening times not available

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OK Mobility

No score available yet

2 locations in Dakar

from$94/day

Locations in Dakar

Blaise Diagne International Airport

+34 971 12 68 80

Monday08:00 - 22:00
Tuesday08:00 - 22:00
Wednesday08:00 - 22:00
Thursday08:00 - 22:00
Friday08:00 - 22:00
Saturday08:00 - 22:00
Sunday08:00 - 22:00

La Sénégalaise de l'Automobile, km 2, 5 Bd du Centenaire, Dakar

+34 971 12 68 80

Opening times not available

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Sixt

No score available yet

2 locations in Dakar

from$70/day

Locations in Dakar

269 Rue LIB 02

+221 76 645 39 51

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00

Accès Aéroport

+221 33 957 10 11

Monday08:00 - 22:00
Tuesday08:00 - 22:00
Wednesday08:00 - 22:00
Thursday08:00 - 22:00
Friday08:00 - 22:00
Saturday08:00 - 22:00
Sunday08:00 - 22:00

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16 travelers who rented a car in Dakar gave the car agency they used an average rating of 3.9

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Dakar car rental information

Pick-up locationDakar
Car typesSmall, SUV, Pickup truck, Medium, Luxury, Van
Rental locations24
Airport locations11
Popular agenciesAvis, Sixt, OK Mobility, Hertz