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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 →
1OBI 7.5+
Bakau Beach
Bakau, The Gambia
Popular accessible beach near town with relaxed local atmosphere
2OBI 7.5+
Brufut Village Beach
Brufut, The Gambia
Local-access beach used by nearby village with authentic atmosphere
3OBI 7.5+
Kartong Village Beach
Kartong, The Gambia
Local-access beach with authentic village atmosphere
4OBI 7.5+
Kololi Central Beach
Kololi, The Gambia
Central stretch with balanced mix of locals and tourists
Kotu Beach
Kotu, The Gambia
One of the most popular and accessible beaches with resorts and wide sandy stretch
6OBI 7.5+
Palma Rima Beach
Kotu, The Gambia
Resort-adjacent beach area popular among visitors and locals alike
7OBI 7.5+
Senegambia Central Beach
Kololi, The Gambia
Core beachfront zone with consistent activity and easy access