Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games: travel guide

The Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026 take place from 31 October to 13 November 2026, the first Olympic event ever held in Africa.

Competitions are spread across three hubs: Dakar, Diamniadio and Saly. Discover Sénégal lists hotels, restaurants, guides and tours around each of them.

Dates
31/10/2026 – 13/11/2026
Venues
Dakar, Diamniadio, Saly

Where to stay in Dakar

Where to stay in Saly et la Petite Côte

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Good to know

Discover Sénégal is an independent travel guide, not affiliated with the International Olympic Committee or the Dakar 2026 organising committee.

FAQ

When are the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games?

From 31 October to 13 November 2026.

Where are the venues?

In three hubs: Dakar, Diamniadio (a new city east of Dakar) and Saly, on the Petite Côte.

Where should I stay?

Close to your events: Dakar for the city centre, Diamniadio or Rufisque for the Diamniadio venues, Saly or Mbour for the Petite Côte. Stays for each area are listed on this page.

How do I get around?

The TER train links Dakar to Diamniadio. Saly is reached by the toll motorway. A local guide or travel agency can arrange transfers.

Where can I find the official schedule and tickets?

On the official channels of the Dakar 2026 organising committee. Discover Sénégal does not sell event tickets.