1 mission of Sri Lanka in Gambia: Consulate of Sri Lanka in Bijilo Forest Park, Gambia. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Rushan Ranga Weerakkody, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Sri Lanka, 3 Dec 2024)
Sri Lanka is an appealing travel destination for some Gambians, thanks to its rich cultural heritage, lush landscapes, tropical beaches, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. While it attracts a modest number of international visitors, it offers unique experiences that could interest a segment of Gambia's 3 million population.
Sri Lanka's safety for tourists coming from Gambia can be assessed through various indices. According to the Global Peace Index, Sri Lanka ranks 99th out of 160 countries, which is lower than Gambia's ranking of 81st, indicating that Gambia is generally considered safer. In terms of crime statistics, Sri Lanka has a murder rate of 3.5 per 100,000 people, with a female murder rate of 2.2. Unfortunately, comparable data for Gambia is not available. The Global Organized Crime Index also highlights differences in safety. For instance, mafia groups score 4.0 in Sri Lanka compared to 1.0 in Gambia, indicating a higher presence of organized crime in Sri Lanka. Other crime-related indices show that Sri Lanka generally has higher scores (indicating worse conditions) in areas like state crime (7.0) and human trafficking (5.5) compared to Gambia. Overall, while Sri Lanka offers beautiful sights and experiences, tourists from Gambia should remain aware of the safety concerns and take necessary precautions while traveling.