Senegal Holidays 2025/2026
Head off on an amazing adventure to Africa with a holiday to the spectacular destination that is Senegal. Change up your usual holiday for a place packed with stunning scenery, breathtaking beaches and bags of culture.
Senegal Holiday Deals 2025/2026
The wonder of West Africa
The ever-shining sun and beauty of Senegal has seemingly been kept a secret from British holidaymakers for a while – but for no longer! Discover a vibrant mixture of wonderful West African culture intertwined with fascinating French history, all wrapped up against a backdrop of blue skies and beautiful beaches.
Key Facts for Senegal:
- Currency: West African CFA Frank (XOC)
- Language: French
- Timezone: GMT-1
- Avg. Flight Time: 5 hours 15 minutes (from London)
- Visas: You do not need a visa if you’re travelling to Senegal for less than 3 months
Our guide to holidays in Senegal
Frequently asked questions about holidays in Senegal
The currency in Senegal is the West AFrican CFA Franc (XOC). As it is a closed currency you can only get your travel money once in the country, and you must convert it back to GBP before you fly home.
French is the official language in Senegal but you may hear other languages like Wolof, Pulaar, Serer and even more.
The time difference between the UK and Senegal is 1 hour – Senegal is 1 hour behind the UK (GMT-1).
The average flight time from the UK to Senegal is around 5 hours 15 minutes – but this can vary slightly depending on exactly where you are flying to and from.
No, you can travel in Senegal for up to three months without a visa.
If you’re planning on staying for longer than three months, check out the official Government information to see what you need to do.