Tucked away in the heart of Bakau, the Kachikally Crocodile Pool is one of The Gambia’s most spiritually significant and culturally rich sites. More than just a home to over 80 placid, sunbathing crocodiles, this pool is a sacred place—still used today for traditional fertility rituals by local communities.

Your visit, guided by a knowledgeable local, reveals the deep spiritual beliefs of the Gambian people. Kachikally has been owned and maintained for generations by a prominent Mandinka family, whose ancestors believed the waters possessed healing and protective powers. Women seeking blessings for fertility and health continue to bathe in the pool's sacred waters—a practice respected and preserved to this day.

As you wander the grounds, you'll encounter friendly crocodiles up close—yes, even touch them safely with your guide’s supervision—while gaining insight into the balance between nature, spirituality, and community in Gambian culture.

The on-site ethnographic museum and small nature trail enrich the experience, offering a deeper understanding of the country's traditions, tribal history, and wildlife.

Why visit Kachikally Crocodile Pool?

• Experience one of Gambia’s most sacred cultural sites, deeply rooted in local tradition

• Witness live Nile crocodiles in a serene natural pool, where locals come for fertility blessings

• Visit the small museum to understand Mandinka culture and the spiritual importance of the site

• Interact respectfully with locals and caretakers who share the legends and rituals of the pool

• A unique blend of spirituality, history, and wildlife in the heart of Bakau

Step into a sacred space where tradition and nature intertwine, guided by those who keep Gambia’s spiritual heritage alive.