DSS Airport - Riu Baobab: Private Eco Transfer & Pickup

Summary

Private airport transfer with comfort, local drivers and easy hotel pickup between DSS and Riu Baobab

You’ll step into Senegal feeling relaxed—your private transfer from DSS Airport to Riu Baobab includes personal pickup, help with your luggage, cold water, WiFi on board, and an easy ride with a local driver who knows every turn. Expect small comforts and a sense of being welcomed right from arrival.

What’s the experience like?

First thing I noticed stepping off the plane at Blaise Diagne (DSS) was the thick, warm air—almost sweet, honestly. Our driver was already waiting near arrivals, holding a little sign with my name (felt weirdly official). He smiled and waved us over before I could even fumble for my phone. The airport was busy but not chaotic; just families hugging, porters chatting in Wolof, that sort of background hum you get when people are coming home. I didn’t expect to feel so… looked after? He grabbed our bags like it was nothing and led us outside where the car was parked close by.

The ride to Riu Baobab Hotel took about an hour—I thought it’d feel long but time slipped past as we watched the landscape change from city edges to open stretches dotted with baobabs. The car smelled faintly of new upholstery mixed with something herbal (maybe his air freshener?). Air conditioning was a lifesaver. There were cold bottles of water waiting for us in the cup holders, plus WiFi that actually worked—my partner immediately sent photos back home. Our driver told me his name was Mamadou; he pointed out villages as we passed and laughed when I tried to pronounce “Nianing” right (I definitely didn’t). The road wasn’t always smooth but somehow that made it more real.

On the way back to DSS airport a few days later, Mamadou showed up five minutes early at the hotel lobby—he even remembered we needed a child seat for our daughter. She fell asleep almost instantly once we got moving (something about the gentle hum of the hybrid engine, maybe?). I still think about how quiet it felt driving through those early morning roads—just sunrise light slanting across empty fields and not much else. It’s funny how something as simple as a private transfer can stick in your memory for reasons you don’t expect.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Airport to Riu Baobab Hotel transfer

• Track flight online
• Meet at airport arrivals
• Assist with luggage
• Transfer to hotel
• Drop off at hotel reception

Day 2 — Riu Baobab Hotel to airport transfer

• Meet at hotel reception
• Assist with luggage
• Transfer to airport
• Drop off at airport departures

Top questions

How long is the transfer from DSS Airport to Riu Baobab Hotel?

It usually takes about one hour by private vehicle depending on traffic.

Is pickup included at both airport and hotel?

Yes, pickup is included both ways—from DSS Airport to your hotel and back again.

Are baby or child seats available?

Yes, baby and child seats are available upon request at no extra charge.

Does the car have air conditioning?

Yes, all vehicles are air-conditioned for comfort during your transfer.

Is there WiFi in the car?

Yes, free WiFi is provided on board during your transfer.

Can I contact someone if my flight is delayed?

You can reach Yobalé via WhatsApp at [phone] for any changes or questions.

Will someone help with my luggage?

Your driver will assist you with carrying your luggage both at pickup and drop-off.

Are mineral water bottles provided?

Bottled mineral water is included for each passenger during the journey.

What’s included

Your round-trip includes private transportation in a semi-electric hybrid vehicle with air conditioning, free WiFi onboard, bottled mineral water waiting for you, assistance with luggage at both ends of your journey, smartphone chargers and luggage scales available in the car—and baby or child seats if you need them. All fees and taxes are covered too.