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Best family beaches in The Gambia, 2026

7 family beaches in The Gambia that score highest on the OnlyBeaches Index for what matters to family travellers.How we rank →

  1. Bakau Beach1OBI 7.5+

    Bakau Beach

    Bakau, The Gambia

    Popular accessible beach near town with relaxed local atmosphere

  2. Brufut Village Beach2OBI 7.5+

    Brufut Village Beach

    Brufut, The Gambia

    Local-access beach used by nearby village with authentic atmosphere

  3. Kartong Village Beach3OBI 7.5+

    Kartong Village Beach

    Kartong, The Gambia

    Local-access beach with authentic village atmosphere

  4. Kololi Central Beach4OBI 7.5+

    Kololi Central Beach

    Kololi, The Gambia

    Central stretch with balanced mix of locals and tourists

  5. Kotu Beach5OBI 7.5+

    Kotu Beach

    Kotu, The Gambia

    One of the most popular and accessible beaches with resorts and wide sandy stretch

  6. Palma Rima Beach6OBI 7.5+

    Palma Rima Beach

    Kotu, The Gambia

    Resort-adjacent beach area popular among visitors and locals alike

  7. Senegambia Central Beach7OBI 7.5+

    Senegambia Central Beach

    Kololi, The Gambia

    Core beachfront zone with consistent activity and easy access

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