Your stay — Boarding school
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Mission House (177 m · ~2 min walk)
Emergency Contacts
BrikamaFor all emergencies, dial these three-digit numbers from any phone. Police: 117, Ambulance: 116, Fire: 118. The national emergency number 112 also works, but local numbers are more reliable. Lines can be slow or busy, so try multiple times if needed. For non-urgent police matters in Brikama, the station is on the main road near the market; ask for the 'Brikama Police Station'.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Brikama, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Boarding school
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Banjul International Airport (BJL) arrivals → Brikama bus stop (main highway)
💡 This is a shared minibus that only runs when enough passengers arrive. It stops at the Brikama junction on the highway, not in town. From there, take a shared taxi (GMD 10) to the mosque for Princess Apartments. Not reliable for early or late flights.
Brikama Garage (west end of town) → Banjul Bus Station
💡 Buses are cramped and rarely on schedule—arrive early. For Princess Apartments, take a shared 'gele-gele' from the garage to the main road junction near the mosque, then walk 5 mins. Avoid peak hours if carrying luggage.
Brikama Garage → Serrekunda Market
💡 These yellow shared taxis are the fastest local option. Flag one at the Brikama roundabout, not the garage, to avoid waiting. Tell the driver 'Westfield' for Serrekunda—the route passes near Princess Apartments but you'll walk 10 mins from the main road.
Banjul International Airport (BJL) → Princess Apartments, Brikama
💡 Negotiate the fare before getting in. Drivers at arrivals often ask 50% more. Agree on GMD 1000 flat for drop-off at Princess Apartments. Confirm the driver knows the location—it's behind the main mosque.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Boarding school?
Check-in at Boarding school is from null. Check-out is by null.
Top Attractions in Brikama
💡 Weave into the back alleys for the best groundnut paste and dried mangoes. Keep your wallet in a front pocket—crowds can be tight.
💡 Go early in the morning (around 9am) when the craftsmen are setting up. Ask for Samba or Lamin—they often give a fair price on the first offer.
💡 Arrive at low tide for the best bird action. Take a small gift (soap, pencils) for the village chief if you want to chat with locals. No official entrance fee, but a donation expected.
💡 Don't wear bright colours or make loud noises—the crocs are used to calm handling. Go before 10am to avoid tour groups.
💡 Bring mosquito repellent and binoculars; the birdlife is exceptional. The on-site café sells fresh mango juice for 30 dalasi.