Best scenic beaches in The Gambia, 2026
25 scenic beaches in The Gambia that score highest on the OnlyBeaches Index for what matters to scenic travellers.How we rank →
1OBI 7.5+
Allahein River Beach
Kartong, The Gambia
Unique river-meets-ocean setting at the border with Senegal
2OBI 7.5+
Bakau Beach
Bakau, The Gambia
Popular accessible beach near town with relaxed local atmosphere
3OBI 7.5+
Banjul Beach
Banjul, The Gambia
Iconic capital coastline at the river mouth with Atlantic views
4OBI 7.5+
Barra–Banjul Estuary Beach
Banjul, The Gambia
Unique estuary-facing beach with views toward the Gambia River
Bijilo Beach
Bijilo, The Gambia
Well-known beach near Bijilo Forest Park with wide sands and scenic views
6OBI 7.5+
Bijilo Edge Beach
Kololi, The Gambia
Scenic southern edge transitioning toward quieter Bijilo coastline
Bijilo Forest Edge Beach
Bijilo, The Gambia
Quiet stretch bordering forest park with more natural surroundings
8OBI 7.5+
Bijilo Hidden Dunes Beach
Bijilo, The Gambia
Less-visited dune-backed section with minimal development
Brufut Beach
Brufut, The Gambia
Widely known for dramatic cliffs and long sandy shoreline with scenic views
10OBI 7.5+
Brufut Heights Beach
Brufut, The Gambia
Elevated coastal viewpoints with striking cliffside scenery over the Atlantic
11OBI 7.5+
Brufut Hidden Cliffs Beach
Brufut, The Gambia
Secluded cliff-backed stretch with minimal visitors and raw coastal beauty
Cape Point Beach
Bakau, The Gambia
One of the most recognized beaches with a dramatic headland and strong Atlantic views
13OBI 7.5+
Cape Point Hidden Cove
Bakau, The Gambia
Small tucked-away sandy cove near the headland with minimal foot traffic
Cape Point Lagoon Beach
Bakau, The Gambia
Calm waters near lagoon area offering contrast to open ocean waves
15OBI 7.5+
Crab Island Shore
Banjul, The Gambia
Remote sandy shoreline near protected wetlands with minimal development
Denton Bridge Beach
Banjul, The Gambia
Quiet stretch near the bridge offering river-meets-ocean scenery
Fajara Rocky Beach
Bakau, The Gambia
Rocky shoreline near Fajara offering rugged coastal views
Half Die Beach
Banjul, The Gambia
Well-known local beach with cultural significance and daily activity
19OBI 7.5+
Kartong Beach
Kartong, The Gambia
Remote southernmost beach with untouched coastline and serene atmosphere
Kartong Hidden Dunes
Kartong, The Gambia
Quiet dune-backed area with minimal development and few visitors
21OBI 7.5+
Kartong South Beach
Kartong, The Gambia
Less visited southern stretch with open shoreline and natural surroundings
22OBI 7.5+
Kasumai Beach
Bijilo, The Gambia
Peaceful beach area popular with nearby lodges and visitors
23OBI 7.5+
Kololi Dunes Beach
Kololi, The Gambia
Quiet dune-backed section away from busiest resort areas
Kotu Beach
Kotu, The Gambia
One of the most popular and accessible beaches with resorts and wide sandy stretch
25OBI 7.5+
Kotu Dunes Beach
Kotu, The Gambia
Less-visited dune-backed stretch offering peaceful coastal experience