River Gambia

The tour starts early to go to Banjul to catch the ferry across the River Gambia. Where you will get in a 4x4 to travel across the border into Senegal to the wildlife park. You will need your passport to cross the border. You travel from the border a short distance to the park where a guide will help find the animals that are free roaming around. He will also give information about the animals. The tour in the park can be as long or short as you choose. After the tour of the wildlife you travel back across the border into Gambia cross on the ferry to Banjul and back to your hotel.

This tour is a fairly long drive through rural Gambia where you will see the local culture, and how people in the more rural areas live in The Gambia. We will visit the stone circle at wassu a unesco heritage site. There will be a guided tour of the stone circles by the local expert. We will go on a boat along the river Gambia to see the Chimpanzee reserve. We will hopefully see some Hippos. We will get back into the car and cross the river on a ferry to Georgetown where we will stay in a camp for the night. We can visit the freedom tree and some sites from the times of slavery. we will then travel back to the coast and your drop off point.

This is a relaxing and lazy day spent on board a 60ft modern Gambian-style river pirogue. The boat leaves Denton Bridge, cruising along the oyster creeks and meandering through the tributaries of the River Gambia whilst morning coffee is served – brandy is optional. You may see local fishermen casting their 'jallo' (huge circular nets) or the oyster ladies in their dugout canoes collecting oysters from the exposed roots of the mangrove reefs. But for most people, the real pleasure will be the chance to get a close-up view of the aquatic bird life, from ospreys to Yellow-billed Storks, pelicans and beyond. After the cruise you will be drop back off to your hotel The boat is anchored in a secluded spot for the chance to have a dip and cool off before a buffet lunch is served. In the afternoon there is a chance to fish and relax before afternoon tea and biscuits are served whilst cruising back to Denton Bridge. There is a reasonably priced fully stocked bar on board

Join a full-day cultural immersion in a rural Gambian village, where you'll connect with the heart and soul of the country. Depart in the morning and travel through scenic landscapes, eventually reaching a small village where time seems to stand still. Upon arrival, be warmly welcomed by the locals with a traditional greeting ceremony. Take a guided walk through the village, learning about daily life, customs, and the traditional compounds where families live. Visit the local school, where you'll see how education is conducted in rural Gambia, and meet some of the children who might just surprise you with a song or dance. Enjoy a delicious, home-cooked Gambian lunch, sampling dishes like domoda or benachin, prepared by village women. Afterward, watch artisans at work as they create pottery, weave baskets, or carve wood, giving you a chance to try your hand and bring home a unique souvenir. As you leave, carry with you the warmth of their hospitality and a deeper understanding of life in rural Gambia.

Discover the storied sites of Alex Haley’s epic novel and TV series, Roots: The Saga of an American Family, during this memorable walking tour and cruise along the Juffureh River. Sail up-river to the centuries-old trading station of Albreda and gaze at the famous flagpole that, according to local lore, would guarantee freedom to any slave who touched it after escaping the fort on nearby Kunta Kinteh Island. Gain unique insight into Gambia’s poignant history of slave trade at the Museum of Slavery. You’ll walk to the nearby village of Juffureh, purported to be the birthplace of Kunta Kinteh, the central character in the renowned Haley novel and TV series. View the original home of Alex Haley’s great-great-grandfather, which stands near the village’s mosque and is still inhabited by the family. Re-board your boat for a satisfying lunch cruise to Kunta Kinteh Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site that is steeped in slave-trading history. You’ll sail close enough to see the fortress ruins and gain a deeper understanding of the tribulations of this important locus of the West African slave trade.

Discover the highlights of Banjul on a guided tour. Visit the Serrekunda, the largest town in Gambia, and the Tanji Fishing Village. Stop for a coffee break at Lamin Lodge, see the monkeys at Bijilo Forest Park, and visit the sacred crocodile pool in Bakau. Start your day with a pick-up from the port and drive to Serrekunda, the largest town in Gambia. Visit the tie and dye batik factory owned by a Gambian lady called Musu Kebba Drammeh. Witness a display of the production of the batik and have some time to look around and shop for souvenirs. Pass by the animal meat market in Serrekunda and learn about the meat culture of Gambia and other traditions. Stop for a coffee break at Lamin Lodge, a rustic riverside lodge. Relax with a coffee or refreshing drinks while enjoying views of the mangrove-lined River Gambia. Spot birds from the lodge’s wooden decks and take in the peaceful atmosphere. Continue to the nearby Tanji Fishing Village, where colorful fishing boats bring in the day’s catch. Observe the lively activity as fish are smoked and traded, and interact with local fishermen. Visit Bijilo Forest Park, also known as Monkey Park. Take a guided walk through the coastal forest, home to Green Vervet and Western Red Colobus monkeys. Learn about the park’s importance for local wildlife and conservation. Enjoy close-up encounters with the monkeys and take photos amidst the beautiful natural surroundings. Drive to the sacred crocodile pool in Bakau. Upon arrival, have an inside visit of the traditional museum before walking around the pool. The local guides of the pool will give you a briefer explanation of the existence of the pool and explain how local people benefit from it spiritually. Stroke a crocodile but be strictly supervised by a local guide. Before heading back to the port, stop at the Arch 22, erected in honor of the July 22nd Revolution. The 37m high Arch is spectacular and offers a view of the whole city and its daily activities.