Beach near Gambela, Ethiopia

Gambela Travel Guide

Ethiopia

Gambela is a small city in western Ethiopia, with a population of 42,366. It is close to the country’s western border region and uses the same local time as Addis Ababa.

Travellers arriving by air use Gambela Airport (GMB), which serves the city. Gambela is not a coastal destination, and there are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres.

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Local time

42,366

Population

3,576 miles away

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Weather in Gambela

Mon

41°

Tue

41°

Wed

41°

Know before you go

Pays in ETB

Plug type Type C & Type E & Type F & Type L (UK adapter needed)

Emergency 911

Dial code +251

Tipping: Tipping is not as widespread or expected in Ethiopia as it is in some Western countries, but it is becoming more common, especially in tourist areas. Tips are always appreciated for good service.

Best time to visit Gambela

Jan

39°0

Feb

40°0

Mar

40°2

Apr

38°6

May

37°7

Jun

35°9

Jul

32°15

Aug

31°15

Sep

33°14

Oct

34°12

Nov

35°8

Dec

38°1

Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.

Things to do in Gambela

  1. Christian Temple Church

    christian place of worship

    4.3 km

  2. Emanuel Baptist church of Ethiopia, Gambella Town Local Church.

    protestant place of worship

    3.1 km

  3. Gambella El-Shadday International church

    christian place of worship

    4 km

  4. Kidepo Valley Game Reserve - South Sudan

    national park

    3.4 km

  5. Gambella Jinina

    monument

    3.7 km

  6. Pugnido /kidist slase/ bete_krstiyan

    religious organization

    3.7 km

  7. Lare Gospel Deliverance Church

    christian place of worship

    3.8 km

  8. Apostles fellowship international youth

    religious organization

    4.5 km

Getting there

Gambela Airport · 0 km

Frequently asked Questions

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