The Gambia ยท Kanifing Municipal Area
Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) โ a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.
Bakau Beach
Popular accessible beach near town with relaxed local atmosphere
Cape Point Beach
One of the most recognized beaches with a dramatic headland and strong Atlantic views
Cape Point Hidden Cove
Small tucked-away sandy cove near the headland with minimal foot traffic
Cape Point Lagoon Beach
Calm waters near lagoon area offering contrast to open ocean waves
Fajara Rocky Beach
Rocky shoreline near Fajara offering rugged coastal views
Newtown Beach Bakau
Lesser-known local stretch used by nearby communities
Bakau sits in Kanifing Municipal Area, The Gambia and is home to 6 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index โ a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.
Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Bakau or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.
