"THE GAMBIA" The Gambia by johanl

The Gambia Travel Guide: 886 reviews and 1,403 photos

THE SUNSHINE COAST

The Gambia, situated in West Africa is a poor country, with little to offer but the sun and friendly people.
You will find some pictures of the beach, the inland and having dinner with the locals.

beautiful people

KOLOLI

Kids are all over The Gambia. They always ask for minti (sweets) or pens and paper.

Youngsters try to earn a living.

BANJUL

The oil in our Landrover was changed by this young boy. he did and excellent job

Pros and Cons

Pros:Beautiful weather - nice people
Cons:no wildlife
In a nutshell:great for a break

Last visit to The Gambia: Nov 2002
Intro Updated Nov 17, 2002
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Reviews (22)

Malaria and mosquito What to Pack (2)

light clothing Always wear shoes or sandals, even when you go into the Altantic. This is very important as you can get... more travel advice

SENEGAL Things to Do (2)

When in the Gambia, do take a trip to the south part of Senegal, the Casamance. Go on a guided trip for one day and... more travel advice

FRIENDLY PEOPLE Favorites (2)

Black is beautiful more travel advice

Get some extra's for the locals What to Pack (2)

While packing do take some extra clothings you don't use anymore. The locals will be greatfull to you. more travel advice

Local Customs (2)
See All Visit a local family
Transportation (2)
See All OFFICIAL TOURIST GUIDE
Nightlife (3)
See All KOLOLI AREA
Hotels (3)
See All Selfcatering
Sports & Outdoors (1)
jogging on the beach

Travelogues (1)

Written Dec 8, 2002

4 photos

BAOBAB NURSERY SCHOOL

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Comments (66)

mvtouring Apr 3, 2007 at 3:04 AM Report Abuse

Very very nice page you have here ;-)
Wafro Dec 27, 2005 at 7:49 AM Report Abuse

Enjoy the last moments of 2005 and already the best for 2006. Happy travels!!! Great Page BTW.
CandS Nov 11, 2005 at 1:53 PM Report Abuse

Great page! What an interesting place to visit!!!! It's great to see places like this on VT!
NEILHALLIDYA Aug 14, 2005 at 10:29 AM Report Abuse

That road just about sums up off the beaten track! Interesting page. Regards, Neil
windsorgirl Apr 7, 2005 at 10:24 AM Report Abuse

You have some great people pictures on these pages. Africa is obviously close to your heart, eventhough the roads do look horrendous!!
Stephen-KarenConn Aug 29, 2004 at 10:49 AM Report Abuse

Informative pages and interesting pictures. This is a part of the world I would love to see. Stephen
850prc Apr 30, 2004 at 11:34 AM Report Abuse

Great and information-packed page, Johan. I enjoyed visiting the Gambia with you. : ) Thanks also for the visit and kind commentary over on my Namibia page.
alexberlin Mar 1, 2004 at 5:21 AM Report Abuse

... I like the picture in the nursery school - with all the Gambian Julbrew bottels under the tree.... smile
drolkar Jan 30, 2004 at 2:47 AM Report Abuse

Beautiful photos of the children in your "Baobob" travelogue ! Thank you for sharing... and best wishes.
vesna04 Nov 14, 2003 at 11:49 AM Report Abuse

Lovely page, thanks Johan :))