Kuntaur
Central River, Gambia
Why visit Kuntaur?
Kuntaur is a town in Central River Region on the south bank of the Gambia River. It is the ferry crossing point for Janjanbureh Island (MacCarthy Island) and also serves as a departure point for boat trips to the Baboon Islands, part of River Gambia National Park.
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By car/road: bush taxis from Bansang (15 km east) and from the Banjul highway.
Walkable. Ferry to Janjanbureh.
What are the things to do?
The Gambia River and ferry crossing.
Take the ferry to Janjanbureh. Arrange boat trips to River Gambia National Park.
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Small restaurants.
Where to drink?
Local bars.
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Basic guesthouses.
What should you buy?
Basic provisions.
Where to go next?
- Janjanbureh — across the river by ferry
- Bansang — 15 km east, largest town
- Wassu — 10 km north, stone circles
- River Gambia National Park — boat trip from here
Nearby in Central River
More places to explore around Kuntaur.
Guide content as of June 2026.
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