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==The Gambia Cruising Guide==
==The Gambia Cruising Guide==
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An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to The Gambia.
An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to The Gambia.
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===Background===
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The Gambia is a very small and narrow country whose borders mirror the meandering Gambia River. The country is less than 48 km wide at its widest point, with a total area of 11,300 km². Its present boundaries were defined in 1889 after an agreement between the [[United Kingdom]] and [[France]]. It is almost an enclave of [[Senegal]], and is the smallest country on the continent of [[Africa]].
The Gambia is a very small and narrow country whose borders mirror the meandering Gambia River. The country is less than 48 km wide at its widest point, with a total area of 11,300 km². Its present boundaries were defined in 1889 after an agreement between the [[United Kingdom]] and [[France]]. It is almost an enclave of [[Senegal]], and is the smallest country on the continent of [[Africa]].
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====Cruising the region====
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===Climate & Weather===
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==Climate & Weather==
The climate in The Gambia is tropical with two "seasons". The dry "season" is from November to May and the rest of the year is the wet "season". Hottest months are February to May and there are variable winds year round with the strongest winds in Sept/Oct.
The climate in The Gambia is tropical with two "seasons". The dry "season" is from November to May and the rest of the year is the wet "season". Hottest months are February to May and there are variable winds year round with the strongest winds in Sept/Oct.
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All nationals except those of Britain and Commonwealth countries, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain and Sweden require visas. Usually issued for 30 days these can be extended free of charge from the Immigration Office in Banjul. Obtain your visa from your nearest Gambian Office or representative. Nationals from neighbouring countries generally do not require a visa.
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====Arrival====
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However, if arriving by yacht you can be granted a visa valid for 30 days and this visa can be extended for up to 3 months ($US10) at the Immigration Office at the corner of Anglesea and Dobson Street in Banjul.
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* Firearms and ammunition MUST be declared on arrival
* Firearms and ammunition MUST be declared on arrival
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* PETS: Pets should have a valid anti-rabies innoculation and current health certificates. You MUST notify the authorities about pets aboard.
* PETS: Pets should have a valid anti-rabies innoculation and current health certificates. You MUST notify the authorities about pets aboard.
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All nationals except those of Britain and Commonwealth countries, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain and Sweden require visas. Usually issued for 30 days these can be extended free of charge from the Immigration Office in Banjul. Obtain your visa from your nearest Gambian Office or representative. Nationals from neighbouring countries generally do not require a visa.
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However, if arriving by yacht you can be granted a visa valid for 30 days and this visa can be extended for up to 3 months ($US10) at the Immigration Office at the corner of Anglesea and Dobson Street in Banjul.
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* Proof of a yellow fever vaccination is required.
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* Malaria prophylaxis is essential.
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Revision as of 23:01, 5 March 2015

The Gambia Cruising Guide

An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to The Gambia.

The Gambia
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The Gambia
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Capital: Banjul
Language: English
Currency: Dalasi (GMD)
Timezone: UTC
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The Gambia is a very small and narrow country whose borders mirror the meandering Gambia River. The country is less than 48 km wide at its widest point, with a total area of 11,300 km². Its present boundaries were defined in 1889 after an agreement between the United Kingdom and France. It is almost an enclave of Senegal, and is the smallest country on the continent of Africa.

Cruising the region

Add any cruising recommendations. If not applicable delete this section.

Climate & Weather

The climate in The Gambia is tropical with two "seasons". The dry "season" is from November to May and the rest of the year is the wet "season". Hottest months are February to May and there are variable winds year round with the strongest winds in Sept/Oct.

Sources of weather forecasting here.

Charts

Source
Chart Number - Chart Name
Chart Number - Chart Name
Source
Chart Number - Chart Name

Approaches and Navigation

Any navigation notes here. If this section does not apply remove it.

Local Radio Nets

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Arrival/Departure procedures

Arrival

Details?

Departure

Details?

Customs and Immigration

Customs

  • Firearms and ammunition MUST be declared on arrival
  • PETS: Pets should have a valid anti-rabies innoculation and current health certificates. You MUST notify the authorities about pets aboard.

Immigration

All nationals except those of Britain and Commonwealth countries, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain and Sweden require visas. Usually issued for 30 days these can be extended free of charge from the Immigration Office in Banjul. Obtain your visa from your nearest Gambian Office or representative. Nationals from neighbouring countries generally do not require a visa.

However, if arriving by yacht you can be granted a visa valid for 30 days and this visa can be extended for up to 3 months ($US10) at the Immigration Office at the corner of Anglesea and Dobson Street in Banjul.

Fees and Charges

Restrictions

Health and Security

Health

  • Proof of a yellow fever vaccination is required.
  • Malaria prophylaxis is essential.
  • Take care against Cholera - treat all water.

Security

  • There have been reports of theft from yachts anchored off Banjul - take the necessary precautions.

Ports & Popular Stops

Ports

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

Use this section only if there are few marinas not covered in pages under Ports and Islands above. Remove if not applicable.

Anchorages

List anchorages except the ones covered under Offshore Islands below. If there is more then 2 paragraphs for a given anchorage, create a dedicated page for it (Port/Stop Template).

Offshore Islands

List islands and island groups belonging to this country. If there is more then 2 paragraphs for a given island, create a dedicated page for it (Island Template and/or Island Group Template).

Transportation

List transportation to other countries, etc.

Routes/Passages To/From

List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.

Cruiser's Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forum Discussions

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

External Links

List links external to the wiki such as in Wikipedia.

References & Publications

Books, Guides, etc. Use the Reference template or not at your discretion. For example:

{{Reference|Rod Heikel|Greek Waters Pilot Imray||Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire|9780852889718}}, expands to
Rod Heikell, Greek Waters Pilot Imray, Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire, ISBN 9780852889718
  • Author, Title, Publisher, ISBN ISBN number
  • Author, Title, Publisher, ISBN ISBN number

Personal Notes

Personal experiences?


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