The tiny village of Barra is a transfer point on the way to Dakkar in Senegal. I have read such terrifying stories about ferries running between Banjul and Barra that in the sasada I should stay away from them. As usual, the rumors turned out to be untrue, and the crossing of the Gambia River by ferry was an unforgettable experience. It took a while before I found the bus going in the right direction in the indescribable chaos and continued my journey.