last edited Dec 11, 2019
Other Practical Information for The Gambia
Location Map of Gambia
Gambia
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Luggage and Equipment to Bring
Communications
Telephone
Internet
Post
Time Difference
Local time: .
Like its neighbour, Senegal, The Gambia is on UTC year-round. This means there are two hours less than in France in summer, and one hour less in winter.
Electricity
230 V (50 Hz) with "British" plugs (officially type G), which will require an adapter for both North American and "French" plugs.
Opening Hours
Laundries
Local Tourist Offices
Weights and Measures
French Language Use
Since The Gambia is entirely surrounded by the French-speaking Senegal, French is fairly widely spoken. You will generally find someone who speaks the language without too much difficulty.