LGBTQ+ Safety Notice — HIGH RISK

Same-sex activity is criminalised — discretion essential

Local law: Article 319 Penal Code — up to 5 years prison.

Safety guidance for visitors →

Do not disclose your orientation to hotel staff, drivers, or guides.
Avoid public displays of affection of any kind.
Do not use LGBTQ+ dating apps — police entrapment via apps is documented. If you must, install a VPN before arrival.
Avoid carrying LGBTQ+ identifiers (flags, books, screenshots) in luggage.
Phone searches at airports can include checks for LGBTQ+ content — delete sensitive chats/photos before crossing borders.
If travelling with a same-sex partner, present yourselves as "friends" or "colleagues"; book separate hotel rooms for safety.
Use Signal or Wire for sensitive messaging — not WhatsApp.
Keep emergency cash (USD/EUR) and two separate payment cards.
Stay at international-chain hotels (Hilton, Marriott, Hyatt) — they rarely interrogate guest arrangements.
Register with your embassy on arrival — consular help may be limited.
Share a daily check-in with someone trusted abroad.
Listings on this page are provided for harm reduction and informed travel decisions — not a recommendation to visit.

🆘 Who to contact if in trouble →

Global emergency resources (always available):

Rainbow Railroad — emergency relocation for LGBTQ+ people facing persecution. Confidential intake form.
OutRight International — global LGBTQ+ human rights advocacy + emergency referrals.
ILGA World — global legal-status map + regional contacts.
UNHCR — refugee status if persecuted; recognised LGBTQ+ as protection ground.

Local / regional contacts:

Prudence (operates discreetly via affiliated orgs)
ILGA-Africa: panafricailga.org

Embassy emergency lines:

🇺🇸 US: travel.state.gov — find embassy + 24/7 line
🇬🇧 UK: gov.uk/world
🇨🇦 Canada: travel.gc.ca — Emergency Watch & Response Centre +1 613 996 8885
🇪🇺 EU: europa.eu — any EU embassy can help EU citizens
🇮🇱 Israel: gov.il/foreign-affairs — Citizen Assistance Centre +972 2 530 3155

If detained: do not sign any document you do not understand. Request your embassy and a lawyer immediately. Do not consent to phone searches without legal advice.

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Novotel Dakar

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Address

Bp 2073, Av. Abdoulaye Fadiga, Dakar 18524, Senegal

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Phone

33 849 49 94

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Website

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About this place Novotel Dakar

Down-to-earth hotel opposite the ocean featuring an outdoor pool, 2 bars & free parking.

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Cheikh BA Jul 2026

★★★★★

A very good and beautiful place. Excellent brunch. Birthday parties can be celebrated. Great for families.

ibnou abass Diagne Jul 2026

★★★★★

Friendly welcome, especially from your colleague ALIMA who was very nice and welcoming.

Maringo Maringo Jul 2026

★★★★★

Best brunch in Dakar! Friendly staff, especially Halima ❤️

Fatou Guisse Jul 2026

★★★★★

Excellent service, we had an exceptional day with the staff at Novotel Dakar, mashallah!

Adja Awa DIALLO Jul 2026

★★★★★

The gym is very well-equipped. Coach Mansour is qualified, patient, and very motivating. He knows how to push you beyond your limits while respecting your pace. Thanks to his encouragement and professionalism, each session is effective and enjoyable. I highly recommend him! As for the restaurant, hats off to Momar Talla, Alima, and Édouard—a dynamic and professional team!