{"id":12232,"date":"2025-11-25T11:25:31","date_gmt":"2025-11-25T10:25:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/gambia-with-kids-everything-you-need-to-know-our-experience\/"},"modified":"2025-11-26T09:51:06","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T08:51:06","slug":"gambia-with-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/en\/gambia-with-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"Gambia with kids \u2013 everything you need to know (our experience)"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-id12232_f64455-cb > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id12232_f64455-cb > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id12232_f64455-cb > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id12232_f64455-cb > 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inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div style=\"padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\" class=\"taxonomy-category wp-block-post-terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/en\/category\/africa\/\" rel=\"tag\">Africa<\/a><span class=\"wp-block-post-terms__separator\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/en\/category\/gambia\/\" rel=\"tag\">Gambia<\/a><\/div>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_ab50c4-08, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_ab50c4-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_ab50c4-08\"]{font-size:50px;line-height:50px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_ab50c4-08 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_ab50c4-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_ab50c4-08\"] 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mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_ed6df8-b2 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_ed6df8-b2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_ed6df8-b2\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading12232_ed6df8-b2 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_ed6df8-b2\">A trip to Gambia with children may not sound like the most obvious choice, but this country truly surprised us in the best way. It\u2019s Africa in an accessible, compact, safe and sunny version. No long flight, no time difference, friendly people, beautiful nature, colourful markets and affordable hotels \u2014 Gambia is such a wonderful destination for families.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide I share all our experiences, tips and practical info for a carefree family trip. Below you\u2019ll find our route, the best places to visit, the costs, the best time to travel and how safe Gambia is with children. 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class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf1e Search &amp; book your family holiday to Gambia with kids<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 Family-friendly hotels, apartments &amp; resorts<br>\ud83d\udc99 Book directly with Booking.com \u2013 trusted &amp; easy<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns12232_6426ec-3a{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:flex-start;align-items:center;}.kt-btns12232_6426ec-3a .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns12232_6426ec-3a .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns12232_6426ec-3a .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns12232_6426ec-3a .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns12232_6426ec-3a .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns12232_6426ec-3a .kt-btn-wrap-0 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class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/74-DSC_9227-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Gambia with kids\" class=\"wp-image-12147\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/74-DSC_9227-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/74-DSC_9227-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/74-DSC_9227-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/74-DSC_9227-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/74-DSC_9227-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/74-DSC_9227-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column12232_d1de5e-f2 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column12232_d1de5e-f2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column12232_d1de5e-f2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column12232_d1de5e-f2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column12232_d1de5e-f2 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column12232_d1de5e-f2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column12232_d1de5e-f2{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column12232_d1de5e-f2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column12232_d1de5e-f2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column12232_d1de5e-f2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/192-20250301_172939-scaled-e1764058983363-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Gambia with kids\" class=\"wp-image-12213\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/192-20250301_172939-scaled-e1764058983363-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/192-20250301_172939-scaled-e1764058983363-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/192-20250301_172939-scaled-e1764058983363-768x1153.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/192-20250301_172939-scaled-e1764058983363-1023x1536.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/192-20250301_172939-scaled-e1764058983363-1364x2048.jpg 1364w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/192-20250301_172939-scaled-e1764058983363.jpg 1441w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is Gambia suitable for kids?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, absolutely \u2014 and surprisingly suitable. Here are the reasons why Gambia is truly a top destination for families: <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_2b1278-e2, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_2b1278-e2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_2b1278-e2\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_2b1278-e2 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_2b1278-e2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_2b1278-e2\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_2b1278-e2 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_2b1278-e2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_2b1278-e2\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading12232_2b1278-e2 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_2b1278-e2\"><strong>Major advantages<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Short flight time from Europe<\/strong>: it takes just 6\u20136.5 hours to reach the sun.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No time difference with Europe<\/strong>: no jet lag, making it super relaxed with kids.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Affordable<\/strong>: hotels, food, and transportation are all reasonably priced.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Extremely friendly locals<\/strong>: kids are warmly welcomed everywhere.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Compact, but not too small<\/strong>: many highlights are close to each other; only for the deeper interior do you need longer drives.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Warm and sunny, but not unbearably hot<\/strong>: around 28\u201332\u00b0C with a pleasant ocean breeze, making it generally comfortable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_314d0d-3c, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_314d0d-3c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_314d0d-3c\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_314d0d-3c mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_314d0d-3c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_314d0d-3c\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_314d0d-3c img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_314d0d-3c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_314d0d-3c\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading12232_314d0d-3c wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_314d0d-3c\"><strong>A few things to keep in mind<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The sea can have strong currents<\/strong>: not everywhere is safe for swimming.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>There is a lot of poverty<\/strong>, sometimes more visible than in other holiday destinations. A trip here is really different from, for example, Europe or America \u2014 it\u2019s still Africa, so keep that in mind. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mosquitoes <\/strong>can be present during the rainy season.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vaccinations and malaria tablets<\/strong>: You need vaccinations, and the biggest hurdle for many families is the malaria tablets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>But honestly? Despite these points, it\u2019s perfectly doable with kids \u2014 and even very educational. Later in the blog, we share our experiences with vaccinations and malaria tablets, so you know what to expect.  <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id12232_f60edd-46 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id12232_f60edd-46 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id12232_f60edd-46 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id12232_f60edd-46 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id12232_f60edd-46 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id12232_f60edd-46 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id12232_f60edd-46 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column12232_36c9db-7e > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column12232_36c9db-7e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column12232_36c9db-7e > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column12232_36c9db-7e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column12232_36c9db-7e > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column12232_36c9db-7e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column12232_36c9db-7e{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column12232_36c9db-7e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column12232_36c9db-7e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column12232_36c9db-7e\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/10-20250226_102840-scaled-e1764059256500-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Gambia with kids\" class=\"wp-image-12097\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/10-20250226_102840-scaled-e1764059256500-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/10-20250226_102840-scaled-e1764059256500-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/10-20250226_102840-scaled-e1764059256500-768x1154.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/10-20250226_102840-scaled-e1764059256500-1023x1536.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/10-20250226_102840-scaled-e1764059256500-1363x2048.jpg 1363w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/10-20250226_102840-scaled-e1764059256500.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column12232_c90f97-82 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column12232_c90f97-82 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column12232_c90f97-82 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column12232_c90f97-82 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column12232_c90f97-82 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column12232_c90f97-82 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column12232_c90f97-82{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column12232_c90f97-82 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column12232_c90f97-82 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column12232_c90f97-82\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/116-20250227_184721-scaled-e1764059350533-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Gambia with kids\" class=\"wp-image-12216\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/116-20250227_184721-scaled-e1764059350533-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/116-20250227_184721-scaled-e1764059350533-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/116-20250227_184721-scaled-e1764059350533-768x1153.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/116-20250227_184721-scaled-e1764059350533-1023x1536.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/116-20250227_184721-scaled-e1764059350533-1364x2048.jpg 1364w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/116-20250227_184721-scaled-e1764059350533.jpg 1441w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our week in Gambia with kids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We stayed the entire week at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gm\/kombo-beach-serrekunda.nl.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Kombo Beach Resort,<\/a> a lovely hotel right on the beach. Perfect as a base to relax and explore the surroundings.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During our stay, we went on a 2-day trip inland with Aladin from <a href=\"https:\/\/rivergambiatours.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">River Gambia Tours<\/a>, spending one night in a local lodge. It was a long, intense, but unforgettable experience! Along the way, we stopped at local eateries for meals \u2014 a true Gambian experience, not tourist restaurants.  <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_c535cc-d8, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_c535cc-d8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_c535cc-d8\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_c535cc-d8 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_c535cc-d8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_c535cc-d8\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_c535cc-d8 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_c535cc-d8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_c535cc-d8\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading12232_c535cc-d8 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_c535cc-d8\">Highlights of our trip<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Wassu<\/strong>: Senegambia Stone Circles, one of the largest concentrations of megalithic stone circles in the world. These mysterious stones date from 600\u20132000 AD and have served for centuries as burial and ritual sites. Impressive to see, and the kids were especially fascinated by the man selling bracelets.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Boat trip on the Gambia River<\/strong>: magical! We saw a hippopotamus and chimpanzees, and there are also crocodiles swimming in the river.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Local lodge<\/strong>: simple, but nice. The kids played with the lodge\u2019s children, and we enjoyed a delicious dinner with views of the Gambia River. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Janjanbureh &amp; slave houses<\/strong>: impressive story, educational for the kids as well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>School visit<\/strong>: not a tourist school, but a real classroom in the middle of the countryside. The kids sang for us and all wanted to be in photos \u2014 an absolute highlight for our family. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id12232_738d40-8f > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id12232_738d40-8f > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id12232_738d40-8f > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id12232_738d40-8f > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id12232_738d40-8f > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id12232_738d40-8f > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id12232_738d40-8f alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column12232_3107bb-d9 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column12232_3107bb-d9 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column12232_3107bb-d9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column12232_3107bb-d9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column12232_3107bb-d9 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column12232_3107bb-d9 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column12232_3107bb-d9{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column12232_3107bb-d9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column12232_3107bb-d9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column12232_3107bb-d9\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/18-20250226_135142-scaled-e1764061500808-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Tour Gambia with kids\" class=\"wp-image-12111\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/18-20250226_135142-scaled-e1764061500808-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/18-20250226_135142-scaled-e1764061500808-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/18-20250226_135142-scaled-e1764061500808-768x1153.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/18-20250226_135142-scaled-e1764061500808-1023x1536.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/18-20250226_135142-scaled-e1764061500808-1364x2048.jpg 1364w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/18-20250226_135142-scaled-e1764061500808.jpg 1441w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column12232_245837-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column12232_245837-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column12232_245837-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column12232_245837-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column12232_245837-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column12232_245837-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column12232_245837-d6{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column12232_245837-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column12232_245837-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column12232_245837-d6\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/98-20250227_110900-scaled-e1764061537872-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Slave houses Gambia\" class=\"wp-image-12167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/98-20250227_110900-scaled-e1764061537872-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/98-20250227_110900-scaled-e1764061537872-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/98-20250227_110900-scaled-e1764061537872-768x1153.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/98-20250227_110900-scaled-e1764061537872-1023x1536.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/98-20250227_110900-scaled-e1764061537872-1364x2048.jpg 1364w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/98-20250227_110900-scaled-e1764061537872.jpg 1441w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>After two long days, it was wonderful to return to our hotel on the beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We also took a day trip to Senegal with a safari in Fathala Wildlife Reserve. The park is small and the nature not spectacular, but for the kids it was their very first safari, and they loved it. For us, the journey there, including the ferry crossing, was one of the most memorable experiences.  <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id12232_2901dd-74 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id12232_2901dd-74 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id12232_2901dd-74 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id12232_2901dd-74 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id12232_2901dd-74 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id12232_2901dd-74 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id12232_2901dd-74 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column12232_412cc2-44 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column12232_412cc2-44 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column12232_412cc2-44 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column12232_412cc2-44 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column12232_412cc2-44 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column12232_412cc2-44 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column12232_412cc2-44{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column12232_412cc2-44 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column12232_412cc2-44 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column12232_412cc2-44\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/162-1000039189-scaled-e1764061591595-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Fatala Wildlife Reserve\" class=\"wp-image-12189\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/162-1000039189-scaled-e1764061591595-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/162-1000039189-scaled-e1764061591595-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/162-1000039189-scaled-e1764061591595-768x1153.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/162-1000039189-scaled-e1764061591595-1023x1536.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/162-1000039189-scaled-e1764061591595-1364x2048.jpg 1364w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/162-1000039189-scaled-e1764061591595.jpg 1441w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column12232_955520-2e > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column12232_955520-2e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column12232_955520-2e > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column12232_955520-2e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column12232_955520-2e > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column12232_955520-2e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column12232_955520-2e{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column12232_955520-2e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column12232_955520-2e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column12232_955520-2e\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/180-1000039211-scaled-e1764061647660-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Ferry Gambia River\" class=\"wp-image-12199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/180-1000039211-scaled-e1764061647660-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/180-1000039211-scaled-e1764061647660-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/180-1000039211-scaled-e1764061647660-768x1153.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/180-1000039211-scaled-e1764061647660-1023x1536.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/180-1000039211-scaled-e1764061647660-1364x2048.jpg 1364w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/180-1000039211-scaled-e1764061647660.jpg 1441w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Other places in Gambia with kids<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Senegambia Craft Market (Serekunda)<\/strong><br>Great for checking out local crafts and souvenirs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bijilo Forest Park<\/strong><br>A short walk through the forest with various species of monkeys. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tanji Fishing Village<\/strong><br>For a glimpse of real Gambian fishing life. Colorful, busy, and very photogenic. <br><br><strong>Makasutu Forest &amp; Gambia River<\/strong><br>For nature lovers and birdwatchers. A boat trip or walk here lets kids see the wild side of Gambia, including hippos and monkeys.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Kachikally Crocodile Pool<\/strong><br>A small pool full of crocodiles where visitors can also take photos. We didn\u2019t go ourselves, and personally, we would prefer to avoid this due to animal welfare concerns. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/rivergambiatours.com\/tours\">River Gambia Tours<\/a> \u2014 highly recommended! They also offer the option to create a customized tour. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/14-20250224_145513-1024x577.jpg\" alt=\"Gambia with kids\" class=\"wp-image-12105\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/14-20250224_145513-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/14-20250224_145513-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/14-20250224_145513-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/14-20250224_145513-1536x865.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/14-20250224_145513-2048x1153.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"582\" src=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/105-20250227_131805-scaled-e1764062980508-1024x582.jpg\" alt=\"Gambia with kids\" class=\"wp-image-12171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/105-20250227_131805-scaled-e1764062980508-1024x582.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/105-20250227_131805-scaled-e1764062980508-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/105-20250227_131805-scaled-e1764062980508-768x437.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/105-20250227_131805-scaled-e1764062980508-1536x873.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/105-20250227_131805-scaled-e1764062980508-2048x1165.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does a trip to Gambia with kids cost? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Gambia is one of the few holiday destinations where you can truly travel affordably with the whole family. For our trip (2 adults + 2 kids, 7 nights), the costs came out approximately as follows: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>All-inclusive hotel + flight + transfer to the hotel<\/strong>: \u20ac3,984.50. We stayed in a luxury hotel, but you can definitely save here. We booked our trip via <a href=\"https:\/\/referral.corendon.nl\/c?c=38108&amp;m=12&amp;a=441158&amp;r=blog-gambia&amp;u=%2Fgambia%2Fwest-gambia%2Fkotu%2Fkombo-beach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">corendon.nl<\/a>  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tours &amp; excursions<\/strong>: \u20ac640 (including all entrance fees, meals, and overnight stays; the kids went for free)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Other expenses<\/strong>: almost nothing extra needed. Do account for vaccinations and possibly malaria tablets, souvenirs, or small snacks along the way. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Total<\/strong>: \u20ac4,624.50 for 2 adults + 2 kids for 8 days.<br><strong>Per person<\/strong>: approximately \u20ac1,156<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our experience: everything was well organized, transparent, and clearly priced. The tours are all-inclusive, so you don\u2019t have to pay extra along the way. Small extras, like a little souvenir or a drink, are fun to take along, but it all remains very affordable.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Practical tips for Gambia with kids<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_656a9a-44, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_656a9a-44[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_656a9a-44\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_656a9a-44 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_656a9a-44[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_656a9a-44\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_656a9a-44 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_656a9a-44[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_656a9a-44\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading12232_656a9a-44 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_656a9a-44\">Best travel time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best time to visit Gambia is from November to April. During this period, it\u2019s dry and sunny\u2014perfect for the beach and outdoor activities\u2014with minimal chance of rain. July to September is less suitable for a family holiday: it rains more often and there are more mosquitoes.  <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_4ea65c-79, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_4ea65c-79[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_4ea65c-79\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_4ea65c-79 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_4ea65c-79[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_4ea65c-79\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_4ea65c-79 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_4ea65c-79[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_4ea65c-79\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading12232_4ea65c-79 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_4ea65c-79\">Vaccinations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Always check with your local health service which vaccines you and your kids need. DTP and hepatitis A are usually recommended. Malaria tablets are almost always advised for Gambia; we took them and experienced no side effects. If you also plan to visit Senegal, a yellow fever vaccination is mandatory.   <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id11831_7d39cf-ac > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id11831_7d39cf-ac > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id11831_7d39cf-ac > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id11831_7d39cf-ac > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id11831_7d39cf-ac > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id11831_7d39cf-ac > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id11831_7d39cf-ac alignnone 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mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading11831_175349-a0 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading11831_175349-a0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading11831_175349-a0\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading11831_175349-a0 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading11831_175349-a0\">With this free\u00a0<strong>Family Photo Bingo<\/strong>, you turn it into a game! Kids get excited, and you\u2019ll go home with spontaneous, original holiday snapshots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Print it out and take it with you \u2013 free when you sign up for the newsletter!<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns11831_7ac77e-4e{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns11831_7ac77e-4e .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns11831_7ac77e-4e .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns11831_7ac77e-4e .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns11831_7ac77e-4e .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns11831_7ac77e-4e .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns11831_7ac77e-4e .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns11831_7ac77e-4e .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns11831_7ac77e-4e .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns11831_7ac77e-4e\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn11831_b86d51-c7.kb-button{width:initial;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn11831_b86d51-c7 kt-btn-size-standard kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit  kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-false  wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/en\/newsletter-subscription\/\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Download for free<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column11831_408aae-ac > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column11831_408aae-ac > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column11831_408aae-ac > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column11831_408aae-ac > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column11831_408aae-ac > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column11831_408aae-ac > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column11831_408aae-ac{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column11831_408aae-ac > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column11831_408aae-ac > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column11831_408aae-ac\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-image11831_9ac9db-bf .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image11831_9ac9db-bf size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1413\" height=\"1413\" src=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Family-Photo-Bingo-\u2013-teaser-EN-e1748945375129.jpg\" alt=\"Family Photo Bingo \u2013 travelwithkids\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-10262\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_6c5926-96, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_6c5926-96[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_6c5926-96\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_6c5926-96 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_6c5926-96[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_6c5926-96\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_6c5926-96 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_6c5926-96[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_6c5926-96\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading12232_6c5926-96 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_6c5926-96\">Money<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cash works best in Gambia. ATMs are scarce and often unreliable, so bring enough cash. Euros are accepted in many places, especially hotels and resorts, but for local markets, taxis, or small restaurants, the Dalasi is more convenient and usually gives a better price. Tip: exchange some euros at the airport upon arrival so you have local cash for taxis and small expenses.   <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_90e9a0-0d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_90e9a0-0d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_90e9a0-0d\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_90e9a0-0d mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_90e9a0-0d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_90e9a0-0d\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_90e9a0-0d img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_90e9a0-0d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_90e9a0-0d\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading12232_90e9a0-0d wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_90e9a0-0d\">Transportation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Taxis are the most practical and affordable way to get around. Always agree on the price beforehand to avoid misunderstandings. Roads in Gambia are surprisingly good.  <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id12232_53801e-1f > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id12232_53801e-1f > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id12232_53801e-1f > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id12232_53801e-1f > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id12232_53801e-1f > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id12232_53801e-1f > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id12232_53801e-1f alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div 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.kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column12232_6e9c77-20\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-image12232_79a6f3-e6 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image12232_79a6f3-e6 size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/112-20250227_135049-scaled-e1764064206960-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Vervoer Gambia met kinderen\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-12177\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/112-20250227_135049-scaled-e1764064206960-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/112-20250227_135049-scaled-e1764064206960-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/112-20250227_135049-scaled-e1764064206960-768x1153.jpg 768w, 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.kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column12232_a4982d-d4{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column12232_a4982d-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column12232_a4982d-d4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column12232_a4982d-d4\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-image12232_8ba9b9-95 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image12232_8ba9b9-95 size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/13-20250226_124840-scaled-e1764064262334-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Gambia River Tours\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-12103\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/13-20250226_124840-scaled-e1764064262334-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/13-20250226_124840-scaled-e1764064262334-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/13-20250226_124840-scaled-e1764064262334-768x1153.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/13-20250226_124840-scaled-e1764064262334-1023x1536.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/13-20250226_124840-scaled-e1764064262334-1364x2048.jpg 1364w, https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/13-20250226_124840-scaled-e1764064262334.jpg 1441w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_1de268-73, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_1de268-73[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_1de268-73\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_1de268-73 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_1de268-73[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_1de268-73\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_1de268-73 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading12232_1de268-73[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_1de268-73\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading12232_1de268-73 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading12232_1de268-73\">Safety<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We can be brief about safety: we felt safe everywhere, even with kids. However, we recommend avoiding walking on the beach or in isolated areas at night. During the day, you can move around freely and enjoy everything Gambia has to offer.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions about Gambia with Kids<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764064333160\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Gambia safe?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, especially in the tourist areas, you generally feel safe. Still, use common sense as you would in any foreign country: watch your belongings and avoid isolated places at night, such as empty beaches. For families, it\u2019s manageable, and kids can roam around freely.  <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764064353251\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can you swim in the sea?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The sea can sometimes have strong currents, so be cautious, especially with children. Fortunately, most hotels and resorts have excellent swimming pools where kids can play and swim safely. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764064365871\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How long is the flight?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The flight from the Netherlands takes about 6 hours, and there is no time difference. This makes it ideal for families, as there is no jet lag and kids can easily adjust to the local schedule. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764064574394\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do you need malaria tablets?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Malaria tablets are always recommended, regardless of the region you\u2019re visiting. We personally used tablets and had no issues\u2014no one experienced side effects. It\u2019s wise to arrange this in advance and also check the recommended vaccinations with your health service (such as DTP and hepatitis A). If you take a trip to Senegal, yellow fever vaccination is mandatory.   <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764064376120\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Gambia suitable for a first trip to Africa?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, absolutely! Gambia is Africa in an accessible and relaxed way. The country is small, easy to travel around, and offers a nice mix of nature, culture, and beaches. For kids, it\u2019s an adventurous and educational experience.   <\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion \u2013 Gambia with kids is highly recommended<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A warm destination nearby, affordable, full of nature, culture, and friendly people. It was way more fun than we expected. Do you have questions about your trip or our Gambia experience? Feel free to send me a message!   <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id12232_aed091-e9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id12232_aed091-e9 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id12232_aed091-e9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id12232_aed091-e9 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id12232_aed091-e9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id12232_aed091-e9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id12232_aed091-e9 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div 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.kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column12232_da6c40-4f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column12232_da6c40-4f > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column12232_da6c40-4f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column12232_da6c40-4f{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column12232_da6c40-4f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column12232_da6c40-4f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column12232_da6c40-4f\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Book Your Holiday to Gambia with Kids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On <strong data-start=\"2688\" data-end=\"2746\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/country\/gm.nl.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Booking.com<\/a><\/strong> you can easily find kid-friendly accommodations in Gambia, and the cheapest flights can be found on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skyscanner.net\/?adId=1100662\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Skyscanner<\/a><\/strong>. If you prefer a complete trip like we did, check out Corendon.nl for great deals. For fun excursions, boat trips, and activities, you can look at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.nl\/oeganda-l169189\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">GetYourGuide.com<\/a><\/strong> or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rivergambiatours.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">River Gambia Tours<\/a><\/strong>.   <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p><em>Still exploring options for a family-friendly holiday? On our <strong><a data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"147\" href=\"https:\/\/travelwithkids.net\/en\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">homepage<\/a><\/strong>, you&#8217;ll find an overview of popular destinations for families. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id12232_26582d-03 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id12232_26582d-03 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id12232_26582d-03 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id12232_26582d-03 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id12232_26582d-03 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id12232_26582d-03 > 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