About
Mbour is a coastal city in the Thiès Region of Senegal, on the Atlantic shore of West Africa, a short distance south of the capital, Dakar. It is best known as a working fishing port and as one of the country's popular tourist destinations.
What the visit feels like
Mbour combines two rhythms. Along the waterfront, the fishing port is busy with boats and the daily work of landing and sorting the catch, a lively scene for anyone interested in how coastal life runs. A little away from the harbour, the town offers a more relaxed pace, with the sea close at hand.
Why visitors come
- Watching the activity of a working fishing port
- Spending time on the Atlantic coast of Senegal
- Using Mbour as a base for exploring the surrounding Thiès Region
- Combining a stay here with a trip to nearby Dakar
Because Mbour is a tourist destination as well as a port, visitors will find accommodation and services geared to travellers, alongside the everyday life of the town. It makes a straightforward choice for those who want the sea, the port and an easy link to the capital.