NgorNgor (island) at a Glance
About Ngor (island)
Ngor is a small island off the coast of Dakar, Senegal, located near the western tip of the Cap-Vert peninsula. It is accessible by short traditional-boat crossings and is associated with a small fishing community.
The island’s shoreline and nearby reefs create surf breaks that attract local and visiting surfers, and there are basic guesthouse and restaurant options run by the community. The island operates as a day-trip destination from Dakar and is known for fishing and coastal leisure activities.
There is no large-scale infrastructure on the island; services are modest and centered on tourism and fishing. Travel to the island is typically undertaken from Dakar’s western neighborhoods using local boat operators.
Geographically Ngor sits a short distance offshore from central Dakar and is one of the coastal islands at the tip of the Cap-Vert peninsula.
- Access and recreation: Located off the Cap-Vert peninsula near Dakar, the island is reached by short pirogue or boat rides and is a well-known local surf and beach destination.
What to See#
- Ngor Village: A small fishing village and guesthouse accommodations serve day-trippers and surfers; pirogue crossings from the Dakar peninsula take a few minutes under calm conditions.
Best Time to Visit Ngor (island)
Ngor Island is best enjoyed outside the heaviest rains; boat crossings are short, but weather determines frequency.
Weather & Climate near Ngor (island)
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in September) and warm winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 16°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 16° - 26° | 21° | 1 mm | some cloud | 70% | 4.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.3h |
| February | Ideal | 16° - 26° | 21° | 1 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 4.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.6h |
| March | Ideal | 16° - 26° | 21° | 0 mm | some cloud | 82% | 4.7 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 17° - 26° | 22° | 0 mm | some cloud | 85% | 5.0 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.3h |
| May | Ideal | 19° - 26° | 23° | 0 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 4.6 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.7h |
| June | Excellent | 21° - 28° | 25° | 8 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 4.1 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.8h |
| July | Very Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 52 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.6 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.8h |
| August | Very Good | 24° - 30° | 27° | 144 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.1 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.5h |
| September | Very Good | 24° - 31° | 30° | 122 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 3.0 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Ideal | 23° - 31° | 30° | 21 mm | some cloud | 79% | 3.2 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 11.7h |
| November | Ideal | 21° - 30° | 25° | 2 mm | some cloud | 73% | 3.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.3h |
| December | Ideal | 18° - 27° | 23° | 1 mm | some cloud | 69% | 3.9 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.2h |
How to Get to Ngor (island)
A short pirogue crossing from Pointe des Almadies or the Ngor Village shores of Dakar. Small boats run frequently in good weather; departures are usually from local landing points.
Tips for Visiting Ngor (island)
- Take the pirogue from Pointe des Almadies for a short and picturesque crossing; negotiate price beforehand.
- Explore the tiny village and the west-facing surf spots - local surfers will often offer tips on conditions.