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Getting Around Niger

Air: 

At the time of writing, Niger did not have a national airline or any scheduled domestic services. Charter flights can be arranged; contact Niamey Airport (tel: 732 517/9).

Road: 

Note: It is essential that all visitors report to the police station in any town where they are making an overnight stop; see the Passport/Visa section.

Side of road: 
Right
Road quality: 

Certain roads are permanently closed to tourists without special authorisation.

Principal internal roads are from Niamey to Zinder, Tahoua, Arlit and Gaya.

Many tracks are impassable during heavy rain.

The best season for road travel is from December to March.

Petrol stations are infrequent and garages are extremely expensive.

It is prohibited to travel by a different route than that entered in your passport by the police at the previous town.

It is necessary to pay a toll on main routes.

Travellers are advised against driving at night.

Car hire: 

Car hire: Self-drive and chauffeur-driven cars are available, the latter being compulsory outside the capital. Much of the country requires 4-wheel drive vehicles, guides and full equipment.

Taxi: 

Bush taxis: These are shared intercity taxis and are usually cheaper, but slower, than buses.

Coach: 

Documentation: 

Documentation: An International Driving Permit is required and is valid for three months. Minimum age is 23. Two photos are required.

By road note: 

Note: It is essential that all visitors report to the police station in any town where they are making an overnight stop; see the Passport/Visa section.

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