Djibouti Nutz and Bolts
The Basics
Country: Djibouti
Where is it?: Djibouti is in eastern Africa, bordering the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea, between Eritrea and Somalia
Why do people go here?:
What are the main entry points?: There are Air France connections as well as connections for Yemen and Tanzania.
Currency used: Franc
Country Code for Phones: 253
Area codes for Major Cities:
Religion: Muslim 94%, Christian 6%
Population: 750,000
Ethnic Breakdown: Somali 60%, Afar 35%
Government: Republic
Languages: French, Arabic, Somali, Afar
Travel Information
Major Cities: Djibouti
Attractions: The Lakes
Accommodations:
Tourism Office locations and links:
Tips for Visiting
Off-the-Beaten-Path: Tadjoura
Health Issues: Yellow Fever, Malaria
When to go: It’s very hot is Djibouti, from November throug April is the coolest
Common Phrases: Hello = Bonjour, How are you? = Comment allez-vous?, Good = Bien or Bon, Yes = Oui, Okay = D’accord or OK, No = Non, Thank you = Merci, Please = S’il vous pla�t, Goodbye = Au revoir
Specific Events/Holidays: Independence Day: June 27, Variable Islamic Holidays
Getting Around: Buses links major cities. If you want to get off the beaten path, you will need a 4WD.
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