11 Days Senegambia Adventure

• Airport Pickup: Your adventure begins with a warm welcome at Banjul International Airport. Your guide will transfer you to your hotel.
• Check-In: Settle into your accommodation and unwind after your journey.
• Evening: Free time to explore nearby areas or relax in your hotel.

• Morning:

  • Albert Market: Stroll through this lively market where local vendors sell fresh produce, textiles, and crafts. Learn about Gambian trade and daily life from your guide.
  • Arch 22: Climb this 35-meter-tall monument to enjoy panoramic views over Banjul. The arch commemorates Gambia’s coup d'état in 1994, and its museum provides historical insights.

• Lunch: Savor a traditional Gambian meal at a local restaurant, perhaps trying dishes like benachin (rice and fish) or domoda (peanut stew).

• Afternoon:

  • Kachikally Crocodile Pool: Visit this sacred site where you can see and touch the docile crocodiles in the pool. Learn about its significance in Gambian culture and the beliefs surrounding fertility blessings.
  • Bijilo Monkey Park: Finish the day with a walk through this nature reserve, home to different monkey species and beautiful trails.

• Evening: Return to your hotel for dinner and relaxation.

• Morning:

  • Kayaking in the Mangroves: Set off for a peaceful kayaking journey through the mangroves. Paddle through the tranquil waterways, where you’ll spot birds and enjoy the serene surroundings.

• Lunch: Picnic-style lunch along the riverbank, with time to relax and take in the natural beauty around you.

• Afternoon: Continue exploring nearby river channels, spotting more local wildlife, or taking a refreshing swim.

• Evening: Return to the hotel for dinner and relaxation.

• Morning:

  • Forest Exploration: Arrive at the eco-lodge and begin with a guided walk through Makasutu Culture Forest. Learn about traditional medicine and uses of forest plants, meet local wildlife like baboons, and witness traditional palm wine tapping.
  • Canoe Ride: Glide through the forest’s waterways on a canoe, surrounded by mangroves. Your guide will share details about the rich biodiversity here.

• Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Gambian lunch at the eco-lodge.

• Evening: Return to the hotel to relax and prepare for the next day’s adventure.

• Early Morning:

  • Drive to Fathala Wildlife Reserve in Senegal, crossing the border and arriving in time for an early safari drive.

• Safari Drive: Spot a range of wildlife such as rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and antelopes as you explore this rich savanna ecosystem.

• Late Morning:

  • Lion Walk: Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime experience where you walk alongside lions with trained guides, getting close while learning about these majestic animals.

• Lunch: Enjoy lunch at Fathala’s restaurant.

• Afternoon:

  • Roots Tour & Village Museum: Continue to Albreda and Juffureh, where you’ll visit the Village Museum and learn about Gambian culture. Then, embark on a boat ride to Kunta Kinteh Island, the historic UNESCO site and former hub of the transatlantic slave trade.

• Evening: Overnight at Roots Camp with a special cultural dinner experience.

• Early Morning:

  • Drive to the Wassu Stone Circles, where you’ll explore these ancient megalithic sites, believed to mark burial grounds from over a thousand years ago.

• Midday:

  • Travel to Kuntaur, where you’ll board a boat at 2 pm for a guided tour of the River Gambia National Park. Keep an eye out for chimpanzees, hippos, and other unique wildlife.

• Late Afternoon:

  • JJB Island Settlement: Visit the community on this island and gain insights into their traditional way of life.

• Evening: Overnight at JJB Camp with a hearty dinner and stories shared by locals.

• Morning: After breakfast, drive to Bintang Village.

• Lunch: Check into Bintang Lodge and enjoy a riverside lunch.

• Afternoon:

  • Bolong River Cruise: Relax on a scenic cruise along Bintang Bolong. Glide through mangroves and possibly spot dolphins, local fish, and birdlife.

• Evening: Overnight at Bintang Lodge, with dinner served at the lodge’s restaurant.

Drive to Kafountine in Senegal, a picturesque coastal town known for its art and fishing communities. Check into Esperanto Lodge.Free Day: Relax on the beach, explore the village, or browse the local art markets.

Animist Island Boat Trip: Head out by boat to an island inhabited by traditional animist communities who continue to practice ancient African spiritual rituals. Learn about their customs and enjoy a picnic on the island.Return to Esperanto Lodge in the evening for a farewell dinner.

Morning: After breakfast, return to The Gambia for your with an authentic experience. Conclude your unforgettable Senegambia adventure.