Kerewan, Gambia

Helping lodge

📍 Kerewan

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Your stay — Helping lodge

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Emergency Contacts

Kerewan
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Police
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Ambulance / Medical
116
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Fire Department
118

General emergencies in Gambia: dial 112. In Kerewan, local contacts are limited; ask at the nearest health centre or police station for specific numbers.

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Where to Eat

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Sira and Jabou's Restaurant Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kerewan, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Helping lodge

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

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Getting Around

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Shared Taxi (Hiace) from Farafenni GMD 100-150

Farafenni Garage → Kerewan Town

45 min · Scheduled departures every 1-2 hours · 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM

💡 Hiace taxis leave when full (7 passengers). They're faster than a gele-gele but still cramped. If you're coming from north of the river, take the ferry to Farafenni first.

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Private Charter from Banjul GMD 2000-2500

Banjul Town → Ensah Lodge, Kerewan

75 min · On demand · Daytime preferred

💡 Book through Ensah Lodge directly—they have a trusted driver. This option is worth it for groups of 3+ splitting the cost. Cash only, small denominations.

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Airport Transfer (Banjul International) GMD 2500-3000

Banjul International Airport (BJL) → Ensah Lodge, Kerewan

90 min · On demand · 24/7 (pre-book recommended)

💡 Negotiate fare before departure. Airport taxis often charge double—agree GMD 2500 max for a sedan. Ensah Lodge can arrange a reliable driver for GMD 2800.

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Banjul-Kerewan Gele-Gele (Shared Minibus) GMD 60-80

Banjul Garage (Gambia Transport Union) → Kerewan Bantang (main junction)

90 min · Every 30-45 mins · 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM

💡 Board at Banjul garage to get a seat—gele-gele's fill fast. Expect bumpy roads and loud music. Get off at Kerewan Bantang junction; Ensah Lodge is a 10-min walk north.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is check-in at Helping lodge?

Check-in at Helping lodge is from null. Check-out is by null.

Top Attractions in Kerewan

Kerewan Central Mosque & Old Town Walk Free

💡 Non-Muslims cannot enter the mosque itself, but the exterior and surrounding area are worth a look. Hire a local guide for 50–100 dalasi to explain the history.

Kerewan Market Free

💡 Visit on Wednesday or Saturday for the biggest selection. Try the freshly grilled fish from the women by the river side.

River Ferry Terminal Viewing Point Free

💡 The ferry crossing itself costs peanuts if you want to ride it round-trip – just pay for a foot passenger ticket and enjoy a mini river cruise.

Kerewan Mangrove Boardwalk Free

💡 Go early morning or late afternoon to avoid the heat and see the most wildlife. Wear sturdy shoes as planks can be slippery.

Kerewan Women's Garden Cooperative Free

💡 Donations welcome but not expected. If you buy fabric, bargaining is fine but keep it friendly – prices are already low.

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