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Try this rich peanut stew at the small local restaurants near the fish market.
Around Cape Point and the fish market you will find stalls that grill freshly caught fish right for you.
Gambian Jollof rice, usually with fish or meat, best enjoyed in the family-run local eateries.
Look for high-quality wood carvings and colorful batik fabrics here; bargaining is expected.
Besides fish, you will often find dried herbs and spices sold by locals here.
A quiet retreat with many bird species and old, shady trees.
Wide and relatively quiet stretches of sand, great for a relaxing morning walk.
Water temperature…
Bakau is an animated coastal town situated on the Atlantic coastline, just west of the capital, Banjul. Renowned for its botanical gardens and sweeping ocean views, it seamlessly blends traditional fishing community life with modern tourism. The town's daily life centers around its bustling fish market and the historic Kachikally Crocodile Pool, a sacred site where locals and visitors alike have interacted with tame crocodiles for generations. Bakau has long been a favored residential area, featuring colonial-era architecture alongside lively street scenes. The coastal cliffs here offer a dramatic contrast to the flat sandy beaches found further south along the Kombo peninsula.
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Feb, Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 24 | 26 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 24 |
| Rain mm | 1 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 74 | 187 | 306 | 231 | 67 | 3 | 0 |
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Situated in Bakau, Kotu Beach unfolds as a broad and welcoming stretch of West African sand. Its lively yet manageable atmosphere makes it prime territory for both spirited ocean swims and long hours of sunbathing. Wandering down the coastline allows you to observe the gentle local rhythms of the ocean. Slathering on ample sunscreen is highly recommended to ward off the robust midday heat.
