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Gambia
A country that is a river with banks — the smallest in mainland Africa, and a birdwatching destination out of proportion to its size. Beach resorts on the coast.
When to go
Passport Pin guide · checked 22 Aug 2026Best time to visit Gambia: Nov–Mar
Cities
Where people go in Gambia
- Banjul2 days is about right
Landmarks
What people go to see in Gambia
Banjul· 6 landmarks
Abuko Nature Reserve
Albert Market
Arch 22
Denton Bridge
Our Lady of the Assumption Cathedral
Tanbi Wetland Complex
Names and UNESCO status only. We hold no coordinate for a landmark — the stored position is its city’s centre — so these are listed under the city rather than pinned on a map. Passport Pin guide · checked 22 Aug 2026
Where to stay
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Things to do
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Fly to Gambia
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Practical
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The facts you look up on the plane
Driving
On the right
Wikidata · checked 19 Aug 2026
Plugs
G
IEC · World Plugs · checked 21 Aug 2026
Voltage
230V
Wikidata · checked 19 Aug 2026
Currency
GMD · Gambian dalasi
ISO 4217 · checked 22 Aug 2026
Tipping
Around 10%. Guides and drivers rely on it.
Passport Pin guide · checked 22 Aug 2026
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