Travel Reference
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SURVIVAL GUIDE
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ACCOMMODATION
At the Atlantic Coast resorts of Bakau, Fajara, Kotu Strand and Kololi the choice of ac-
commodation ranges from simple hostels to five-star hotels. Upcountry, your options are
normally limited to basic guesthouses and hotels. All prices quoted are high-season rates
(November to April). In low season, they may be 25% or even 50% lower.
PRACTICALITIES
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Driving
Gambians drive on the right-hand side.
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Electricity
220V. Most plugs have three square pins (same as Britain); two round pins (same as continental
Europe) are also in use.
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Languages
English, Mandinka, Wolof, Pulaar (Fula).
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Newspapers
The Point
is a daily newspaper published in Bakau.
ACTIVITIES
Beach-related activities such as swimming, water sports and fishing are popular around the
coast. Upcountry, it's all about birdwatching tours around the national parks and
pirogue
excursions (see
Click here
).
EMBASSIES & CONSULATES
4227783; 29 Independence Dr, Banjul;
8am-1pm, closed Tue)
909964, 4226862; 78A Daniel Goddard St,
top fl, Banjul;
9am-4pm Mon-Thu, 9am-1pm & 2.30-4pm Fri)
4226862; Atlantic Rd, Bakau;
9am-2pm Mon-Fri, to 1pm Sat)
Malian Embassy
(26 Cherno Adama Bah St, Banjul)
4491153; Badala Park Way, Kololi;
8am-4pm Mon-Fri)
