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01 Textiles
Wax Print Picnic Cloth
A picnic cloth can work on a table, beach, or wall, giving the fabric many chances to be used.
Est. $58 Check availability
Regional Guide Dakar
The 10 Best Souvenirs from Dakar
Dakar gives travelers a closer view of Senegal. The better souvenirs feel locally chosen, capturing the exact character of the region.
Top 10 Souvenirs from Dakar
Ten regional finds chosen for how they handle material, flavor, use, and local identity in Dakar.
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02 Jewelry
Silver Fulani Earrings
Fulani-style earrings make a strong gift when they feel light and the curve is clean.
Est. $75 Check availability
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03 Apparel
Dakar Tailored Boubou
A tailored boubou is worth buying when the fabric drapes cleanly and the stitching is careful.
Est. $130 Check availability
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04 Home Fragrance
Thiouraye Incense Box
Thiouraye incense brings scent home in a small box, strongest when the blend smells warm rather than heavy.
Est. $28 Check availability
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05 Art
Yoff Sand Painting
A sand painting has texture and patience in it, especially when the image stays simple.
Est. $70 Check availability
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06 Basketry
Wolof Basket Hamper
A woven hamper has high home value when the lid fits and the colors suit a real room.
Est. $90 Check availability
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07 Pantry Gift
Baobab Fruit Powder
Baobab powder is small, useful, and easy to stir into breakfast or smoothies.
Est. $22 Check availability
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08 Music
Kora Music Record
A kora record carries the trip through sound and looks good enough to keep near the player.
Est. $38 Check availability
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09 Food Gift
Peanut Brittle Tin
Peanut brittle travels well and gives a sweet gift that gets opened quickly.
Est. $18 Check availability
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10 Musical Instrument
Travel Djembe Drum
A small drum should be judged by sound and rope tension before painted decoration.
Est. $100 Check availability
Cities in Dakar
City guides for Dakar are being selected for local craft, food gifts, and memorable market objects.