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Karantaba

City in Central River, Gambia

Overview

Karantaba is a small riverine town in Gambia's Central River Region, famed for its proximity to the Kunta Kinteh Island UNESCO site. It offers a glimpse into traditional Gambian life with a blend of history and local culture.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Gambia
Division
Central River
Population
Time Zone
Africa/Banjul
Coordinates
13.67°, -15.03°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
40
Female Safety
30
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$363
Local Cost
$190
Local Income
$60
Cashless
10
English
60
Temperature
28.1°C
Summer Avg
28.5°C
Winter Avg
25.6°C
Record High
45.5°C
Record Low
10.4°C
Humidity
52%
Precipitation
868 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-21.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 35/100.

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