Bamako travel guide
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You're Going to Love Bamako
With 1.30 million inhabitants, Bamako is the most populous city in Mali. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bamako has to offer.
When to visit Bamako
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bamako in April, when the average temperature is 87.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 102.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 60.8 °F, with an average temperature of 75.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 13″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Bamako, with an average rainfall of 0″.
How to Get to Bamako
Plane
When flying to Bamako, you’ll arrive at Bamako (BKO), which is located 8 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Bamako from the United States departs from New York and takes around 12h 55m.
Airports near Bamako
Airlines serving Bamako
Where to stay in Bamako
Average rates range from around $81 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $203 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Bamako
Most booked hotels in Bamako
Renting a car in Bamako
Renting a car in Bamako costs $52 per day, on average, or $209 if you want to rent if for 4 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Bamako.
The most frequently booked car type in Bamako is Full-size (Class Full-size Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 7% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.