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The Gambia

The Gambia, officially the Republic of The Gambia, is a country in West Africa. Geographically, The Gambia is the smallest country in continental Africa; it is bounded by Senegal on all sides except for the western part, which is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean.

Type City

Why go

  • Country in West Africa.
  • Served by Kolda Airport (KDA).

History

The Gambia, officially the Republic of The Gambia, is a country in West Africa. Geographically, The Gambia is the smallest country in continental Africa; it is bounded by Senegal on all sides except for the western part, which is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean.

Airports

Kolda Airport (KDA) 85 km to the centre
Kolda, KD, SN — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor

Getting there by ferry

Yelitenda
Ferry terminal · 9.9 km from the centre
Outdoor
Bamba Tenda
Ferry terminal · 11 km from the centre
Outdoor
Bamba Tenda - Yelitenda
Ferry route
Outdoor

Where to stay

Kaira Konko Lodge and Scout Centre The Gambia
CFR5+C8W, S Bank Rd, Soma, Gambia · kairakonko.com
Indoor
Star Lodge The Gambia
Behind GT Bank , Kaur High Way, Farafenni, Gambia · starlodgegambia.com
Indoor
Kombo Beach Hotel The Gambia
F77W+F8J, Serrekunda, Gambia · kombobeach.com
Indoor
Moses Lodge The Gambia
Soma, Gambia
Indoor

Where things are

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Photographs

The Gambia
The Gambia
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Kolda Airport (KDA). Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 2 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: Yelitenda, 9.9 km); routes include Bamba Tenda - Yelitenda.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for The Gambia. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.