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The northern resort of Kotu Beach offers soft sand, warm water, good restaurants and a range of good accommodation.
The northern resort of
Kotu Beach offers soft sand, warm water, good restaurants and a range of good
accommodation.
The beach is a long
stretch of white sand that gently slopes into the shimmering azure waters of
the Atlantic. Whether you are looking for water sports or just somewhere to
relax, this is surely a paradise on earth.
Ideally placed to
enjoy the best excursions The Gambia has to offer, Kotu is great for those
looking to experience this enticing country for the first time.
Its beach front has
been carefully designed. There are no ugly high-rise hotel complexes to spoil
the area’s natural splendour. Instead there is lots of greenery, pleasant
low-rise, thatched buildings and sparkling swimming pools.
Kotu Beach has a
subtropical climate with distinct dry and rainy seasons. From mid November to
early June, coastal areas are usually dry, while the rainy season lasts from
late June to October.
The average monthly
temperatures are:
|
°C |
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
|
Day |
31 |
33 |
34 |
34 |
33 |
33 |
31 |
30 |
31 |
32 |
32 |
31 |
|
Night |
16 |
17 |
18 |
18 |
19 |
22 |
23 |
23 |
23 |
22 |
20 |
17 |
If you are heading to
Kotu Beach hoping for chic shopping malls and exclusive boutiques, you’re going
to be disappointed. Other than retail outlets in some of the hotels, the place
to head for is Kotu Bendual Craft Market.
Situated next to the
Kombo Beach Hotel, you will find everything from local African drums, tie-dye
dresses, locally made jewellery to kaftans. Close by are stalls with women
selling fresh tropical fruit.
Other than the in-house
entertainment laid on by the hotels, there are a few bars and clubs in Kotu
Beach for you to enjoy. Don’t expect large, vibrant clubs here. The bars and
clubs are normally quite small but with the fine weather this is never a
problem as many prefer to dance beneath the stars.
Here are a few names
to look out for:
Domino’s
Most people who come
to Kotu Beach just want to relax beside the warm waters and soak up the sun. If
you want to look further afield check with your hotel for a list of recommended
excursions. Perhaps you might enjoy a visit to the Kachinkaly Crocodile Pool or
the nearby Kotu Creek for a spot of bird watching.
The tap water in Kotu
Beach is considered safe to drink but bottled water is widely available. Always
check with your GP before travelling regarding any recommended vaccinations and
ensure you have comprehensive medical cover in place before travelling.
Crime rates in the
area are generally low. However you should always be aware of the possibility
of pick pockets in busy areas.