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Bamako

Bamako

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BKO

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Flight Time

10~18 hours

The flight time to Bamako is approximately 10~18 hours. Find out more about the history, economy, climate and transportation options before you visit Bamako.

Bamako

Bamako is the capital city of Mali. The city sits along the Niger river. It's also the largest city in Mali. Bamako is also the country's administrative center. Bamako is famous for its BCEAO Tower, the tallest building in West Africa. Bamako experiences a tropical savanna climate. Since Bamako 's located between the Sahara dessert and Gulf of Guinea. Bamako, then, is hot all year round. March to May's recorded its hottest months. While, November to February are the mildest months. rains occur during July through September.

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Travel FAQs

Which airlines and cities has a direct connection and ticket to Bamako?


Airlines that offer a ticket to Bamako are Tunisair, ASKY Air, and Aigle Azur. You can also book air ticket from Air Algérie or Air Burkina. Bamako has direct connections to Addis Ababa, Istanbul, and Tunis.

When is the best time to book a ticket to Bamako?


Bamako has a tropical savanna climate. So, it's hot most of the year in Bamako. The best time to book a ticket to Bamako is during its milder months, between November and February. But, these months can be touristy, so make sure you book your accommodation and air ticket ASAP. If you don't mind some rains, book your ticket to Bamako between July and September.

What are some of the places I can stay in Bamako?


Bamako has a lot of accommodations to offer. It can be touristy during peak seasons in Bamako. So, make sure you secure your accommodation before booking an air ticket. You can opt to stay at the L'Auberge Lafia, Laico Hotel de l'Amitié, or Azalai Grand Hotel. Ot you can book your stay at the Hotel Lac débo, Hotel Yamey, or Hotel Jamana. Enjoy your time in Bamako by staying at the Mission Libonaise or Hotel Dafina.

Planning to book a ticket to Bamako, please recommend tourist sites in there.


After booking your air ticket to Bamako, make sure you include these in your itinerary. Book a tour to the famous BCEAO Tower. See the Bamako Grand Mosque. Go museum hopping to Muso Kunda, Bamako Regional and Mali National Museum. Stroll along the Bamako Botanical Gardens and see the animals at the Bamako Zoo. Or hike and see the Point G Hill. But, please take note Bamako can be touristy during peak seasons. So, make sure to book your air ticket and accommodation as early as possible.

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