Mid-Range Travel Guide: Banjul

Accommodation

$35-80 per night

Mid-range hotels with AC, boutique guesthouses, private rooms with ensuite bathrooms

Food & Dining

$20-45 per day

Mix of local restaurants, hotel dining, fresh seafood, international cuisine options

Transportation

$15-35 per day

Private taxis, occasional car hire, mix of shared and private transport

Activities

$25-60 per day

Guided city tours, river excursions, cultural sites, Kampala, boat trips

Eat at local markets and street food stalls instead of tourist restaurants (typically 60-80% cheaper)

Use shared taxis (gele-geles) instead of private taxis for 70-85% savings on transport

Stay in local guesthouses rather than international hotels (usually 50-70% less expensive)

Visit during rainy season for accommodation discounts of 30-50%

Buy fresh produce and snacks from local markets instead of hotel shops (typically 3-4x cheaper)

Book accommodation directly with properties to avoid booking platform fees of 10-20%

Use public ferry services instead of private boat tours when available (generally 80% cheaper)

Taking private taxis for all transport instead of shared options (typically 3-5x more expensive)

Eating only at hotels and tourist-focused restaurants (usually 100-200% markup over local prices)

Not negotiating prices at markets and for services where bargaining is expected (can overpay by 50-100%)

Booking last-minute accommodation during peak season (typically 40-80% higher rates)

Exchanging money at airports or hotels instead of local banks (usually 5-15% worse rates)