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.
Kotu Beach
One of the most popular and accessible beaches with resorts and wide sandy stretch
Kotu Dunes Beach
Less-visited dune-backed stretch offering peaceful coastal experience
Kotu Hidden Lagoon Shore
Quiet tucked-away lagoon edge away from main tourist flow
Kotu Point Beach
Known for scenic headland views and quieter atmosphere near the point
Kotu Stream Beach
Unique lagoon-meets-ocean setting near Kotu stream with birdlife
Palma Rima Beach
Resort-adjacent beach area popular among visitors and locals alike
Kotu 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 Kotu or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.
