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Why visit Niger?
For the experienced traveler visiting under developed countries to experience architecture, culture, desert scenery, game parks, and museums.
At a Glance
- Souvenirs to Buy: Ceremonial knives, colorful fabrics, copper ware, jewelry, leather goods, swords, and woven blankets.
- Local Cuisine to Try: Dambou (cereal). Djerma (stew). Jollof (rice).
- Local Drink to Try: Biere Niger (beer).
Fun Facts
- Niger is pronounced nee-JAIR (French).
- Second largest landlocked country in West Africa.
- Their rice is considered amongst the best in the world.
- The Aïr and Ténéré National Nature Reserve is amongst the largest in the world.
- The international attraction of the Guérewol Festival was featured in National Geographic magazine.
Special Holidays/Occasions
- Annual Events: (September) Cure Salee.
- Holidays: New Year's Day, Concord Day, Labour Day, Independence Day, Republic Day, and Christmas Day.
Good to Know
- Lacks infrastructure.
- French is the official language.
- Requires tolerance of high temperatures.
- Lodging stays with armed Security presence is suggested.
- Open sewers exist along the streets of Niamey.
- Crime occurs day or night.
- Walking alone is not recommended.
- Tap water is not drinkable.
- Literacy rate is among the lowest in the world.
- Northern Regions are known to have land mines.
- Limited facilities exist outside of Niamey.
- Sanitation conditions are below our standards.
- Do not swim in still waters.
- Northern area is covered by large and semi deserts.
- Avoid walking in front of someone who is praying.
- Photographs of the airport, broadcasting stations, government buildings, military or police personnel, political or student demonstrations, are prohibited.
- Road safety is a concern.
- Men and women should dress conservatively.
- Air quality is poor (Niamey).
- International Driver’s license is required.
- Horns should not be used after dark.
- Tourism is unevenly regulated and inspections do not commonly occur.
- Prevalent Disease: Dengue Fever, Malaria, Meningococcal Meningitis, Rabies, Tuberculosis, Typhoid, Yellow Fever, and Zika Virus.
This international destination requires:
- A valid passport and two blank pages for entry stamps.
- Tourist VISA required.
- Yellow Fever Vaccination required.
Prone to drought, high humidity, and wildfires.
- Best Time to Visit: October - March
- Coolest Months: November - February
- Hottest Months: April - May, October
- Peak Season: June - August
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