Health & Emergencies
Senegal offers reasonable medical infrastructure in Dakar with acceptable private clinics. Public system is limited and not recommended for tourists.
The public system is very limited. Tourists should seek out private clinics.
Private clinics in Dakar offer reasonable care with experienced professionals.
| Service | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| General practice visit | 50,000-150,000 XOF |
| Emergency room | 150,000-500,000 XOF |
| Hospitalization (per day) | 300,000-1,000,000 XOF |
| Emergency surgery | 1,500,000-5,000,000 XOF |
| Ambulance | 100,000-300,000 XOF |
| Raio-X | 50,000-150,000 XOF |
| Exames de sangue | 30,000-100,000 XOF |
* Approximate costs for private care. May vary by region and provider type.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for Senegal. Private hospitals typically require upfront payment or proof of insurance. Asteroid clients have immediate coverage and 24/7 support in their language.
The main emergency number in Senegal is 15. Asteroid clients can also reach our 24/7 WhatsApp line for immediate multilingual assistance.
The public system is very limited. Tourists should seek out private clinics.
Costs vary by service type. A private clinic visit starts around 50,000-150,000 XOF, while hospitalization can be substantially higher. Travel insurance covers these costs directly without upfront payment.
Pharmacies are common in Dakar with varied medication.
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