A Dalasi is divided into 100 Bututs. It is always advisable to drink bottled water when in a different country.
Bottled water is available from beach bars and supermarkets.
Tap water will cause no harm when used for brushing of teeth and showering. It is wise to buy stamps at the same time as purchasing your postcards. There are two types of taxis operating around The Gambia. The tourists' taxis are green with a white diamond on the side. They are private and have fixed prices.