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.
When to visit Bamako
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bamako in April, when the average temperature is 31 °C, and the highest can go up to 39 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 16 °C, with an average temperature of 24 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 330 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Bamako, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
How to Get to Bamako
Plane
When flying to Bamako, you’ll arrive at Bamako (BKO), which is located 13 km from the city centre.
Airports near Bamako
Airlines serving Bamako
Where to stay in Bamako
Average rates range from around $134 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $336 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Bamako
Hiring a car in Bamako
The most frequently booked car type in Bamako is Luxury (Class Luxury SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Class Full-size Van or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.