If you want to explore the west African culture, Gambia is the perfect place to spend memorable time. Although it’s a small country of Africa but a very beautiful and attractive place to visit.
According to our To-Do list you can enjoy more than you think.
Gambia is a very safe place to spend your holidays here. It is more popular for its shinny sand beaches, different kinds of birds, colorful atmosphere and its contagious culture. These specifications attract the visitors and leave unforgettable impression on them.
People of Gambia are more friendly to communicate but it is better to carry a local guide with you to understand the language easily. You can also learn some local words for interaction if you visit Gambia for the first time.
Here are some important things you should know before your visit. Always use anti-bacterial hand gel or hand wash to prevent from any kind of infection. Photography is very important part to capture such beautiful culture. Always be respectful to the local people and pay attention while taking pictures. Every country has a unique taste of food and dinning places so the Gambia has. If you visit first time must try its local food and restaurants.
Here are a handy list of things you can do in your trip to Gambia. Read it carefully in order to make your holiday memorable.
Spend time on Gambia’s beach
One of its beauty define by its beaches. These sandy beaches are non-crowdy even in peak season. It is truly a paradise for those who want to spent time on beach.
For relaxation, no need to go far from your main location because it has plenty of bars, restaurants with beautiful sunset view and shops.
Most of the tourists prefer to visit Canary Island. Its beach is suitable for calmness. Gambia offers oceanic asses to sun and the beautiful view of sunset is remarkable.
The beach right in front of White Hores’s head office has amazing and sparkling view of sunset. Gambia has a great variety of amazing beaches such as Bakau, Kotu Beach, Kololi, Bijilo Beach and Brufut.
Explore Gambia’s Wildlife
Spending time with nature is always has a soothing effect on your mind and soul as well. When you are on holidays in Gambia, you can enjoy many types of animal species. Its a great place for wildlife lovers.
Gambia is surrounded by nature and offers many opportunities for watching wildlife. Abuko Natinal park of Gambia in south abuko is well known park and its natural beauty attracts many visitors. It is country’s first selected wildlife setup.
Another main repulsion for tourists is its inspirational Crocodile Pool. Many people come here for its healing power and has a strong belief on its blessings.
The entrance of this pool is beautifully covered with tall green trees which creates a sooting effect on visitors. It has also different variety of birds and insects and monkeys frequently cross your path.
Although the water of this pool is not fresh but it has more than 80 alligators in it, While many sleep on the bank of the pool. This creature is small in size so you can touch them easily.
Gambia’s Bird watching
Gambia’s offering a great opportunity of bird watching more than 540 species. You don’t need to go far for seeing amazing bird life in this beautiful country.
According to Chris Packham, no other country can match the attribute of bird watching like in Gambia. It is easily approachable place with minimal cost and amazing view for those who love African birds.
Gambia’s Winter Sun Experience
The Gambia is an outstanding place to relish a sun-filled wintertime. Ideal time for enjoying sunny days and smooth weather in Gambia from November to May with zero rainfall . Because the temperature is 32 degrees which is perfect for relaxation on sandy beaches and feel the sun shine on your body all day.
The continual sun shine is ideal for those who love to take a great dose of vitamin D.
Gambia’s Cooking Experience
Gambia is rich in its cooking culture. One of the popular chef named Ida is hosting the guests here. She decided to devote herself by spending her life in Gambia after staying 20 years in united kingdom. Ida is very hospitable towards the visitors by sharing her cooking crafts and affluent culture.
You can buy local fishes at Tanji fish Market (one of the most famous market). The procedure of cooking is slow for the reason to allow all the spices completely emerged in your meal. In the meanwhile you can enjoy gossiping , explore different dinning ideas and enjoy local games.
Guests enjoy their food in some garden with a cup of local tea over the recitation of poetry. So if you come to enjoy nature and unique dinning experience, Gambia is the best choice ever.
Here are our packing guide for your Gambia’s trip under the consideration of its cultural values.
Gambia’s Packing Guide
In this country dress code is very informal but need to know more about it.
- For women it is OK to wear swim dress on beaches for intake of sun shine but not suitable while you are walking around the city. Shoulders must be covered by wearing a proper dress (below your knees is appropriate). You can also use loose fitting trouser and shirt and skirt for enjoying in local markets and places. This type of dressing will be shade for you against sun.
- For men shorts are good but wearing long pants or trousers is more respectful for them. When you plan to eat local food in some of its famous dinning area, your outfit must be high-class.
One more thing to be outlined here is to avoid dark color clothing (blue or black ) because the tsetse fly attract to these colors and its sting can cause a serious sickness for you. To prevent this you can wear bright colors and shine like a sun in Gambia.
Some common things must be in your packing list like sunscreen, hats and sunglasses. Use a proper sunscreen on your whole body to protect yourself from sun. As we protect our body from the sun by using sunscreen than eyes are also more important part of body so use a nice pair of sunglasses. It can help you to watch Gambia’s beauty in a proper way. you can also use stylish hats to cover your head from sun.
Gambia’s weather is sunny all day long but full of mosquitoes at night. An insect repellent must be included in you packing list to enjoy peaceful sleep at night in Gamiba. Another way of escaping from mosquitoes is to wear long sleeve shirts and long loose pants.
In wet seasons heavy rain expected at night during July to October but heaviest from Aug to Sep. An umbrella and a rain suit is a good addition in your list of packing. Due to wet weather humidity in air is too high so wear airy fabric in which you can breathe easily.
During the dry season from October to June, when the temperature is moderate with no rain you can enjoy local markets and its art and craft. Avoid to drink local tap water. Always use filtered water or drink some fresh juices.
Hoping for your great holiday in Gambia.
