What is the cost of travelling in Yundum?

Item Cape Town Johannesburg Yundum Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant R120 R130 R36 Domestic Beer (0.5 litre draught) R30 R29 R20 Capuccino R25 R26 R29 Taxi 1km (normal tariff) R10 R15 R5 Packet of Cigarettes (Marlboro) R40 R45 R18

Cheap Flights To Yundum: The Best Deals

Last minute Yundum flight offers

Prices observed in the past 7 days start from N/A one-way and R24429 round trip. Fares and availability may change at any time, and additional terms may apply.

Turkish Airlines

04 Jul - 08 Jul

JNB

Johannesburg

Round-Trip

BJL

Banjul

R24429

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Popular airlines to Yundum

Brussels Airlines

Thomas Cook Airlines

Royal Air Maroc

Brussels Airlines

Thomas Cook Airlines

Royal Air Maroc

Why visit Yundum

Wildlife

Gambia offers the chance to see incredible wildlife. The Kachikally Crocodile Pool is a favourite amongst tourists. Bird watchers are spoilt for choice as there is a diverse bird population. Encounters with the wildlife in this West African city will surely be memorable.

Nightlife

Yundum has an electric nightlife scene. There are many bars, local clubs and lounges where you can dance and listen to local artist performances. The city also attracts international artists and if you’re lucky, you could attend a live show.

Local Cuisine

The city’s local cuisine is simply irresistible with food such as oyster stews, jollof rice, maafe (peanut stew) always found on the menu. The local dishes will enrich your palate with the flavours of Gambia.

Yundum: a small populated city where you can bask in the sun, sand and on the beautiful beaches

Yundum is a small town in Gambia known for being a touristic drawing card in the country. With a population of 10,966, it is located south of the capital city, Banjul. Yundum is the destination where you can enjoy wonderful sightseeing. Popular attractions include Salagi Forest Park, Sakura Arts Studio and Abuko Nature Reserve.

Cheap flights to Yundum give you a chance to immerse yourself in West Africa. Yundum is home to Banjul International Airport (BJL), which is a 15-minute drive from Yundum’s city centre. The airport serves many airlines, including Brussels Airlines, Thomas Cook Airlines and Royal Air Maroc. Popular international flights depart from Cape Town and Johannesburg. Flight duration from Johannesburg to Yundum is approximately 22 hours 10 minutes.

General Information

Essential details you need to know before your trip

Country

Currency

Gambia

Gambian Dalasi

LANGUAGE

Exchange Rate

English

1 ZAR = 4.426 GMD

AIRLINE

TIME ZONE

GMT +0

HUB AIRPORT

Banjul International Airport (BJL)

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Frequently asked questions

Overview

Over the years, Yundum has become a popular tourist attraction in Western Gambia. The small town offers a fascinating holiday with guaranteed relaxation, wonderful sightseeing, and it is close to major cities such as Thies, Serekunda, Ziguinchor and Kaolack. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy the beautiful natural scenery and incredible wildlife on display throughout the region. Take the time to explore the open-air markets and gardens. Enjoy the lovely local cuisine at the many cafés and restaurants. Tasty dishes worth trying are chicken yassa (fried chicken in onions) and okra stew.

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Best time to visit Yundum

Yundum is situated close to the equator which is why temperatures remain rather steady year-round. Expect day temperatures between 24°C and 35°C, while temperatures become cooler at night. The best time to visit Yundum is between November and April, when the beaches are calm and pleasant for you to bask in the sun and enjoy water activities.

Visa & Customs

South African passport holders require a visa when travelling to Yundum and the rest of Gambia. Your passport must have at least two blank pages for entry stamps and a validity of at least six months.

Health & Safety

You must be up-to-date on routine vaccines before your trip to Yundum. These vaccines include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccine, varicella (chickenpox) vaccine, polio vaccine and your yearly flu shot. It is also advised to get vaccinations for hepatitis A, malaria, typhoid and yellow fever.

Yundum is considered a fairly safe city. However, crime does occur, so it is wise to always use common sense when travelling to an unfamiliar place.

Staying safe in Yundum:

• Always keep an eye on your belongings

• Be wary of pick-pocketing and bag snatching

• Do not walk alone at night

• Avoid political demonstrations and gatherings