Discover Kunta Kinteh Island – A Journey Through History

Step into the heart of African heritage.

Located in the Gambia River, Kunta Kinteh Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of West Africa’s most important historical landmarks. Formerly known as James Island, this small island played a significant role in the transatlantic slave trade, serving as a holding point for enslaved Africans before their forced journey to the Americas.

Named after the legendary figure Kunta Kinte, whose story was made famous in Alex Haley’s Roots, the island stands today as a powerful symbol of resistance, remembrance, and resilience.