TENDABA CAMP - Price upon request
Located in Kiang, on the river side and close to Kiang West National Park. Built in the 1970’s as a hunting lodge but now attracts mostly birdwatchers and naturalists. The area is characterized by a broad tidal river bed, savannah swamp and mangroves. Also a spot for short excursions and ideal for eco-tourists interested in both wildlife and birds. All year round destination owned and managed locally. Swimming pool is available!!!
MAKASUTU Magical Forest- Price upon request
Enjoy a walk through the palm forest along with a cruise on a tributary of The River Gambia (Mandina Bolong). Imagine 100 vultures gathered together for their morning breakfast! Look out for Kingfishers, Lily-trotters, the West African River Eagle, and the Black and Goliath Herons on the waterside. As well as the birds, you are likely to see the Red Colobus and Green Velvet Monkeys, Monitor Lizards, Pygmy Deer, Mongoose and watch in awe as the Baboons get giddy. A Gambian buffet lunch and display of Jola Cultural dancing tops off the day!
ROOTS - Price upon request
Cruise from Banjul port back in time 200years to the ancient slave trading station of Albreda, famed for the belief that it gave freedom to any slave who touched the flagpole after escaping from nearby St James Island. A visit to the Museum of Slavery gives a good insight into what slavery was all about in The Gambia. Enjoy a short walk to the village of Juffureh where the slave Kunta Kinteh famed in the Roots epic is alleged to hail from. Re-board the boat & the journey continues to St James Island (Kunta Kinte), steeped in slave trade history. A great day and certainly a must when in The Gambia!
ABUKO NATURE RESERVE - Price upon request
Set in 180 acres of bush, the reserve is a Jungle in the middle of a savannah! This is a birder’s paradise with over 250 species. Walking through the reserve animals you may see include monkeys, antelopes, monitor lizards along with the conservation projects where there are Hyenas and Baboons.
FATHALA SAFARI SENEGAL - Price upon request
You will need your passports to cross over to Senegal for the day in search of Giraffes, Rhinos, Mere-cats, Antelopes, Zebras and Wart Hogs to name but a few… The journey starts through the Northern side of The Gambia before crossing the border into neighbouring Senegal. You will be welcomed into the Fathala Nature Reserve, and be joined by the ranger to follow the animal tracks in an open sided truck to give you the best views and spot the African Wildlife species that roam the 2000 acres of natural environment. Make sure your cameras are on full charge, you dont want to miss anything! An additonal option to Walk with the Lions can be requested upon arrival for an extra fee.
LAZY DAY CRUISE - Price upon request
A day of lazy relaxation on board a spacious Gambian River Craft, cruising from Oyster Creek, along the sheltered meandering tributaries of the River Gambia. A delicious buffet lunch is preceded by the opportunity for a refreshing swim. Relax and recharge with our fabulous lazzzzy day.
SOUTH GAMBIA EXPERIENCE - Price upon request
We start off at SIFFOE FARM where we learn about the local Beehive industry and their honey making. Then we proceed through the Savannah, towards the border with Senegal, arriving at Gunjur where we will visit a local medical centre servicing the surrounding villages. Next we embark on a traditional West African river craft waiting to take us for a cruise around various inlets and islands of the ALLAHEIN RIVER. After cruising in and out of Senegal we disembark at KARTONG and proceed for lunch and relaxation. On our return journey we stop to visit the only REPTILE FARM in The Gambia. A highlight not to be missed!
JANJANGBUREH - Price upon request
Join us on this amazing 2days adventure up River taking in cultural, historical, and nature’s wonders, such as Chimpanzees, Hippos, Baboons and much more. This journey takes us to Georgetown, now known as JANJANGBUREH. En route we stop at Wassu to explore the area of the mysterious stone circles recognized by UNESCO in their World Heritage Site list. As we pass through the River Gambia National Park on your river cruise, sightings may include hippos, monkeys, crocodiles and baboons. We can slow down in this area to possibly spot Chimpanzees. During the return journey there will be a stop at a weekly local market (Lumo), here you will find a colourful display of products from live stock to clothes and food.
CITY TOUR - Price upon request
Half day trip Visiting the City of Banjul, the National museum, Albert Market and viewing the mixture of architecture and Mosques in this bustling capital. Then we head off to Serekunda ( which means 'the home of the Sere family) market which , is the largest town packed with local shops, merchants, craft sellers, street peddlers from all over West Africa and some Arab countries. Here you will see the batik tie and dye in action with an opportunity to buy some souvenirs, wood carvings or jewellery. Next stop the Katchikally Crocodile pool in Bakau with its 100 or so resident crocodiles; stroll around with your guide and for those that dare you can touch one. Visit the museum and learn some of The Gambia’s history and about some of the various tribes
