Things to do in The Gambia

Africa's smallest mainland country, a narrow ribbon following the Gambia River, and a decades-long favorite winter-sun destination for British and European birdwatchers and beachgoers alike.

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What's worth your time in Gambia

Cruise the Gambia River by boat

Adventure

The river defines the country's entire geography, and boat trips offer wildlife spotting and access to remote riverside villages.

Birdwatch at the Abuko Nature Reserve

Nature

One of West Africa's premier birdwatching destinations, with dense forest and wetland habitat close to the coastal resort areas.

Relax on the beaches of Kotu and Kololi

Nature

The Gambia's main resort beach areas, offering well-developed tourism infrastructure built up over decades as a British winter-sun favorite.

Visit Kunta Kinteh Island and related sites

Culture

A UNESCO World Heritage site tied to the transatlantic slave trade, made internationally known through Alex Haley's novel 'Roots.'