Situated at latitude 13 degrees 27' North and Longitude 16 degrees 34' West and located on the estuary of the River Gambia, 26 nautical miles away from the Atlantic Ocean, one of the World's busiest Shipping lanes, the Port of Banjul is the main seaport that serves The Gambia's seaborne trade. It constitutes almost 90% of the total of the country's foreign trade in volume and weight terms. It is thus the main gateway to the Gambian economy.
A thriving and vibrant port established in 1972, the Port of Banjul has been recognized over the years as one of the safest and most efficient in West Africa. Banjul Port offers a prompt, reliable and value-for-money service.
The Port has well-developed facilities for handling all type of cargo using modern equipment and techniques. This infrastructure, combined with a competitive tariff, comprehensive use of information technology and dedicated workforce ensures that customers are always provided with quality service.
The Port of Banjul is strategically located close to major shipping routes and is regularly serviced by well established conference and independent lines.
A long-established tradition of close co-operation between the Port and Customs, Immigration, Health and Shipping Agencies enable our service to be consistently delivered in a smooth and efficient manner.
The Port of Banjul is unrivalled in Africa for its simplified trade documentation procedures.
The Port has a deep sheltered anchorage with no record of piracy, thus making it one of the safest in the region.
WHY
THE GAMBIA
Our People
The Gambian people, endowed with a rich cultural heritage, are peace loving in nature. Our people are hospitable and always willing to assist wherever help is needed.
Airlines
Banjul is regularly served by a number of international airlines and is only a few hours flying from the world's major trading centres. The airport is currently the focus investment with the construction of a new ultra modern terminal complex. The superb NASA-built runway is one of the longest in West Africa.
Sea Links
The majestic River Gambia, navigable up to 300 kilometers from the Atlantic coast into the heart of West Africa. is a well established trading route. Today commercial barges make the journey upstream on a frequent and regular basis, providing a cost effective and reliable alternative to road haulage.
Un-spoilt Natural Environment
The Gambia offers an array of exciting flora and fauna and exotic birdlife. Miles of clean ocean water, palm fringed white sandy beaches and apleasant tropical climate has earned The Gambia its reputation as thepremier tourist destination in West Africa.
Accommodation
A well developed tourist infrastructure has provided The Gambia with a readily available pool of modern comfortable hotels and bungalows which are tasteful blended with our typical African environment. These hotels are mostly located along the beach within 10 minutes drive from the Banjul Port. The Gambia's tropical climate means business can also be a pleasure
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