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Tambana, North Bank, Gambia – Gambia Flag

Current Date And Time In Tambana, Gambia

Sunday, 26 July 2026
13:49:16 GMT
State: North Bank
Currency: Gambian Dalasi (GMD)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Population: 773

✈️ Tambana, North Bank, Gambia - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Tambana, North Bank, Gambia using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Tambana.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Tambana with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Tambana — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Gambia, which includes Tambana, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Gambia before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Gambia's time zone +00:00, country calling code +220 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .GM. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Tambana.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+00:00
📞 Country Calling Code+220
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.GM

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Gambia — police 117, ambulance 116, fire brigade 118. Store these in your phone before you reach Tambana. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Tambana.

🚔
Police
117
🚑
Ambulance
116
🚒
Fire
118

📊 Gambia At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Gambia — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.500
Low
👤
Life Expectancy
66.1
years
📚
Literacy Rate
51.6%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$871
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
6.5%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Gambia development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Tambana for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Tambana
International Airport • BJL
Banjul International Airport
Banjul (Yundum), GM
55
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Tambana's exact coordinates, or Basse Santa Su's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Tambana From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Tambana to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
Paris (France)4,282 km2,661 mi~ 5h 47m
London (United Kingdom)4,464 km2,774 mi~ 6h
New York (United States)6,337 km3,938 mi~ 8h 12m
Toronto (Canada)6,830 km4,244 mi~ 8h 47m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)7,528 km4,678 mi~ 9h 36m
Los Angeles (United States)10,248 km6,368 mi~ 12h 48m
Singapore (Singapore)13,200 km8,202 mi~ 16h 17m
Tokyo (Japan)13,984 km8,689 mi~ 17h 12m
Auckland (New Zealand)17,201 km10,688 mi~ 20h 59m
Sydney (Australia)17,417 km10,823 mi~ 21h 14m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Tambana, Gambia is set to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) with a current offset of UTC +00:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Tambana requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneGreenwich Mean Time (GMT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +00:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time1:49 PM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Tambana to Major World Cities

It is currently 1:49 PM on Sunday in Tambana. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Tambana right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Tambana
New York (United States)Sun, 9:49 AM4h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sun, 6:49 AM7h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sun, 9:49 AM4h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sun, 2:49 PM1h ahead
Paris (France)Sun, 3:49 PM2h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 5:49 PM4h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 9:49 PM8h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 10:49 PM9h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 11:49 PM10h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Mon, 1:49 AM12h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Tambana — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Tambana is the Gambian dalasi (GMD), written as D. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
D 74.00
GMD
€ 1 Euro
D 84.17
GMD
£ 1 British Pound
D 98.56
GMD
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
D 51.65
GMD
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
D 52.47
GMD

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 26, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Tambana

Knowing which languages are used in Tambana helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
English

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Tambana. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Kerewan (North Bank, Gambia)6 mi9 kmEast (E)
⬆️
Kinteh Kunda (North Bank, Gambia)7 mi12 kmEast (E)
⬆️
Chilla (North Bank, Gambia)8 mi13 kmWNW
⬆️
Saba (North Bank, Gambia)8 mi14 kmEast (E)
⬆️
Janneh Kunda (Lower River, Gambia)9 mi14 kmSSE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Tambana

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Tambana is the Colosseum (Italy), about 4,194 km away. Straight-line distances from Tambana to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
ColosseumRome, Italy4,194 km2,606 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil5,010 km3,113 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan5,591 km3,474 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru6,882 km4,276 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico7,677 km4,770 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India9,733 km6,048 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China12,261 km7,619 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Tambana shares the same national travel standards as the rest of North Bank and Gambia. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ North Bank Travel GuideView travel standards for all of North Bank, including major hub cities.
✈️ Gambia Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Gambia.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Tambana, Gambia runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type G socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Tambana and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Tambana.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
GType G: Three rectangular pins
States By Alphabets

🧭 Tambana's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Tambana

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Tambana. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Tambana — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Tambana

Tambana keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Gambia. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Tambana

The closest airport to Tambana is Banjul International Airport (BJL), about 55 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Tambana From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Tambana needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Tambana gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Tambana

Tambana rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Tambana — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Tambana

ℹ️ Tambana OverviewSee the full profile of Tambana — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Tambana MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Tambana for distance and direction.
💰 Tambana CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Tambana

What side of the road do people drive on in Tambana?

Tambana, like the rest of Gambia, drives on the Right. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Tambana use?

Tambana runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type G sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Tambana?

In Tambana, reach police on 117, ambulance on 116, fire brigade on 118. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Tambana?

Banjul International Airport (BJL) is the nearest airport to Tambana, about 55 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Tambana in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Tambana runs on Greenwich Mean Time (UTC +00:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Tambana?

Tambana shares the official and regional languages of North Bank and Gambia — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Tambana?

No — Tambana uses the Gambian dalasi (GMD), symbol D. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Tambana currency page for live rates.