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Mar 2, 2026

Albert Market in Banjul dates back to 1920 and covers approximately 1,000 square meters, selling local crafts and produce for GMD 50-200. The National Museum, established in 1985, charges GMD 50 entry and showcases Gambian history through artifacts and cultural exhibits.

Mar 2, 2026

The Gambia River stretches over 1,120 kilometers, flowing through Banjul, where daily river cruises cost around 500 GMD ($10). These trips pass dense mangrove forests and allow sightings of up to 150 hippos, while stopping at riverside villages inhabited since the 15th century.

Mar 2, 2026

Tanji Fishing Village, located 30 km south of Banjul, handles over 3,000 fishermen daily who sell fresh catch at prices from 100 to 500 GMD per kilogram. The village’s open-air market operates year-round, with average temperatures around 28°C supporting daily fish landings from the Atlantic Ocean.

Mar 2, 2026

Albert Market, established in 1816 in downtown Banjul, sells local crafts and produce with prices starting at 50 Gambian dalasi (GMD) for handcrafted bracelets. The market is 1.5 km from Banjul Ferry Terminal, where daytime temperatures average 30°C between November and May.

Mar 2, 2026

Kachikally Crocodile Pool in Bakau, 12 km from Banjul, dates back to the 18th century and charges 100 GMD for entry. Home to over 80 Nile crocodiles, the sacred site maintains water temperatures around 28°C year-round, attracting visitors interested in local traditions and wildlife.

Mar 2, 2026

Abuko Nature Reserve, established in 1968, covers 259 hectares about 26 km southeast of Banjul. Entrance fees are 200 GMD for adults and 100 GMD for children. Visitors can spot over 270 bird species and see monkeys, crocodiles, and the West African dwarf antelope.

Mar 2, 2026

The Wassu Stone Circles, located 38 km east of Banjul, consist of 13 groups of megaliths dating from 700 to 1200 AD. Entry costs 100 Gambian Dalasi (GMD), and the site covers approximately 1 square kilometer near the village of Wassu in the Upper River Region.

Mar 2, 2026

Kunta Kinteh Island, located 35 km north of Banjul on the Gambia River, was renamed in 2011 from James Island and served as a major slave trade fort from 1651. Entry costs 300 Gambian Dalasi, with guided tours highlighting its role in transatlantic slavery until abandonment in 1870.