Things to do in The Gambia
Things to do in The Gambia
- Beauty Salons
There are several beauty salons in and outside of the hotel area which look forward to catering to you. - Hair Braiding
Hair braiding is very popular in the Gambia and thus many tourists are interested in trying out a new hair style. - Massage
There are a range of massage facilities in and outside of the various hotels waiting to welcome you. - Sun bathing
Gambia has many unspoilt beaches sides the Atlantic coast. Sun beds are provided by either the hotels or beach bars. - Lazy day cruise on the river
If you want to free your mind and do nothing at all, the lazy day cruise on the river is the perfect trip for you. One can relax on the sun deck, take a swim and unwind the soul. Enjoy a scenic route with occasional sightings of dolphins, and bird watching opportunities. - Creek tours
A peaceful and relaxing day out on the creek or around bolongs (river tributaries) of the River Gambia is not to be missed
- Golf
The Fajara Golf Club has an 18-hole course, which is close to most of the resorts. - Cycling
Cycling is gaining more and more popularity in the Gambia and thus many bicycles are available for hire in and around the hotels. - Swimming
The beaches in front of most hotels are safe for swimming although the flag should always be watched. Please never swim when the red flag is flying. As an alternative most of the hotels have a pool for cooling down. - Table tennis
Table tennis is available in most hotels and is generally free of charge. - Tennis
Tennis is also available in most hotels and racquets and tennis balls can be obtained in the hotels as well. - Horse Riding
A couple of stables in the country have a good set of horses. - Camel Riding
Camel riding might be an interesting alternative to horse riding. - Jet Skiing
Jet Skiing is generally available at the Corinthia Atlantic Hotel, Sunbeach Hotel and Resort, and at Denton Bridge. - Windsurfing
Windsurfing equipment can be hired at some hotels. It should be noted that only strong swimmers should venture beyond their knees. - Fishing
The Gambia River carries with it a rich variety of fish, as does the vast ocean of the Atlantic. There are a variety of options available such as Creek Fishing, Deep Sea Fishing and Beach Casting. Both experts and amateurs can enjoy the chances of catching the “Big One”, on either the river or the salty water of the Atlantic.
- Conference
Most of the hotels have conference rooms for hosting seminars and international conferences. The Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center (ICC ) is a 14,000 square meters. With the capacity to accommodate over 4000 guests at a time, the nternational Conference Center can host events of any size or shape. The international conference center stands tall among the biggest of its kind in the sub-region. The Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center is sandwiched in the beautiful scenery of the Bijilo National Park and majestically overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The landmarked building is in the heart of the Tourism Development Area within proximity to the best hotels.
- River Tours
River tours mostly start off from Denton Bridge to Lodge, but local camps in the rural areas along the river also organize such tours. A variety of birds can be sported on the way. - Bush and Beach Safaris
Discover Gambia by 4 wheel drive or mini truck. Villages and the rural areas will be visited, which is a good opportunity to see monkeys and the rich bird life of The Gambia. - Rural Excursions to Janjangbureh and Basse
Janjanbureh, which is formally called ‘Geogetown’, is one of the oldest towns in The Gambia. It is the old ‘second’ city of colonial times and the administrative headquarters of the Central River Region.
Basse is the major trading centre for the upper reaches of the Gambia River and liveliest of the upriver towns. It is a vibrant mix of linguistic diversity with languages such as Mandinka, English, Arabic, French, Wolof and Secrere being spoken.
- Border crossing to Senegal
The Gambia is bordered on three-sides by Senegal; consequently excursions to Senegal are common place. Visit the vibrant city of Dakar or explore Goree Island
- Golf
The Fajara Golf Club has an 18-hole course, which is close to most of the resorts. - Cycling
Cycling is gaining more and more popularity in the Gambia and thus many bicycles are available for hire in and around the hotels. - Swimming
The beaches in front of most hotels are safe for swimming although the flag should always be watched. Please never swim when the red flag is flying. As an alternative most of the hotels have a pool for cooling down. - Table tennis
Table tennis is available in most hotels and is generally free of charge. - Tennis
Tennis is also available in most hotels and racquets and tennis balls can be obtained in the hotels as well. - Horse Riding
A couple of stables in the country have a good set of horses. - Camel Riding
Camel riding might be an interesting alternative to horse riding. - Jet Skiing
Jet Skiing is generally available at the Corinthia Atlantic Hotel, Sunbeach Hotel and Resort, and at Denton Bridge. - Windsurfing
Windsurfing equipment can be hired at some hotels. It should be noted that only strong swimmers should venture beyond their knees. - Fishing
The Gambia River carries with it a rich variety of fish, as does the vast ocean of the Atlantic. There are a variety of options available such as Creek Fishing, Deep Sea Fishing and Beach Casting. Both experts and amateurs can enjoy the chances of catching the “Big One”, on either the river or the salty water of the Atlantic.
- Bars and Nightclubs
There are many bars and night clubs ‘Senegambia Strip’ but also in other areas such as Kotu, Fajara, and Bakau. - Gambling at one of the CASINOS
For those who are willing to try their luck, there are casinos in the Senegambia and Palma Rima area. - Karaoke
For a fun night out with friends, do not miss the Karako nights offered in several bar. - Live Entertainment
There is a lot of live entertainment offered by the various bars, restaurants and hotels such as live musical perfomances and dance. - Dinning out
There are a variety of different restaurants spread all over the country. The Cuisine is international but do not forget to try out some special Gambian dishes such as Benachin, Domoda or Yassa.
