The Gambia
The Gambia gives us 4 places: 3 nature and walks and 1 historic site.
Quick facts about The Gambia
CurrencyDalasi
LanguageEnglish
Time zoneGMT (UTC)
PaymentBring cash
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Travel essentials for The Gambia
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1Practical essentials
Dish to tryDomoda
CapitalBanjul
Plug typesBS 1363
DrivingDrive on the right
Emergency number116
Calling code+220
Daylight11–13 hours of daylight
Population2,639,916
Daylight is the range from the shortest to the longest day. English level: EF English Proficiency Index.
2Plan your trip to The Gambia
Getting thereFlights, trains & driving
Where to stayFamily-friendly hotels
Getting aroundDrive on the right
Travel budgetBring cash
Packing listPlugs: BS 1363
Travel with kidsTips for a smooth trip
Safety & healthEmergency: 116
Useful infoCalling code +220
3The Gambia with kids – highlights
Why families love The Gambia
There is nothing in our data built for children here. We have no climate reading for the country yet, so we will not name the months and would rather leave that blank than guess.
Easy to travelBring cash
Food to tryDomoda
Memories that lastExperiences your kids will never forget
4Popular searches about The Gambia
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