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6 Multi-day Tours in Gambia That You Shouldn't Miss
This small country in western Africa has become more popular recently as a beach destination for European travelers. It’s a relatively short flight, there’s no time difference, and lodging is generally very affordable. River Island National Park in Banjul is fantastic for watching wildlife (especially the native baboons).
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1. Senegal and the Gambia 8 days 7 nights trip.
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we are a team with 13 years guiding experience, for Senegal and the Gambia, we would like to share our experience and hospitality with you please, please for any information contact our we are available any time, thank you for visiting our website.
Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, All Fees and Taxes
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Reviewed By PieterdeN
It was hard to find an organisation that makes tours both through Senegal and Gambia. Triptours did a good job, but at the high end of the price rage for relatively cheap locations, unlike we are used to travelling in Asian countries. Realise that your guide should be bi-lingual (French and English) if you want to see both countries. The roads are surprisingly good, so your car can easily drive 100km/h. That is the good news. The bad news is that there is not much to see or do. And if you are at a location like Georgetown or Kuntaur, these are backwaters in the heat with minimal attractions. Anyhow, it was an interesting trip in an old (>12 years) car without airco. The guide, Alpha, was knowledgeable, but more up to date with Senegal than with Gambia. In general, all guides we have seen are more socialising than in Asia. They will f.i. share your meals. Make sure that you check Triptours' advise regarding hotels, you might find better alternatives, such as Sindola Safari Lodge (advisable) and Kinkeliba lodge in Mar Lodj. We finished in Mar Lodj, waiting for a flight out due to the corona crisis. Triptours proved helpful with information, but in the end we escaped with our regular flight after an interesting two weeks.
2. Private Janjangbureh Overnight Tour
We depart early to explore both sides of the Gambia (north and south),we drive cross to the North Bank to visit the Wassu Stone Circles, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Drive to Kuntaur to board our boat to explore the River Gambia, a 2-3hrs relaxing cruise. Be on the lookout for Hippos, Crocodiles, Baboons, Monkeys, colourful birds and Chimpanzees. We will be cruising around River Gambia National Park (RGNP) before returning back to Kuntaur for our evening drive to Janjangbureh. (Please note; Chimpanzees are kept on islands and visitors are only allowed to sail around the islands) The next morning, we exploring the Island on foot and depart after lunch towards our hotel On the return journey, if it falls on a market day we would stop to visit a ‘Lumo’ (our weekly African open flea market) an opportunity to witness traditional bartering in this unique setting.Proceed to visit one of the local family compounds to learn about the traditional way of life
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation
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Reviewed By Susie Y
Arrived and booked for the Lion walk after the safari in good time and the walk was arranged for 13.00. The safari it’s self was really quick and all the animals there were seen within the first 30 mins at the man made watering holes. The rest of the time was just riding about in the dust, A word of warning please make sure you have a scarf to cover your nose and mouth, We arrived back at reception to be told we would be called for the lion walk. No one came. Our guide went to see them and came back to us to inform us that it would not be taking place until 2.30pm or afterwards or not at all. Their reason was that a large coach load had taken our place. I was really upset as it was my birthday and the walk with the lions was a very special present. Due to my age and health status I know I shall never have a another opportunity to do it. Our guide even pleaded with the reception staff to just let me go to no avail. I was gutted and even back in the UK I am still.
3. Janjangbureh
Let us show you that 'The Gambia is not just beaches". Join us on this amazing 2days adventure up river to experience culture, history and nature. Day 1: Drive through the South bank towards Yelli Tenda ferry crossing the River Gambia and continue towards Janjangbureh. Arrive at Bamba Tenda, we drive to Farafenni heading east along the North Bank .En route we stop at Wassu to explore the area of the mysterious stone circles recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site. Lunch at Kuntauar on board a West African river boat while cruising towards Janjangbureh passing through River Gambia National Park we might see hippos, monkeys, crocodiles and baboons and slow down to see chimpz but cannot stop. Day 2: Explore the Island on foot or relax . On our way back we will stop at a 'lumo' weekly market if its market day. Lunch at Kalagi riverside lodge . We continue our journey Westward taking in various villages with a stop at a traditional family compound where possible .
Inclusions: Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Driver/guide, All activities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Bottled water
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities
4. Tam Tam
This circuit will take you around Senegal in ten days via Gambia with this circuit you will discover Senegal from the depths
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, cars, tickets, driver, fuel, guide, museum,
Exclusions: tips and drinks
5. Motorcycle raid
This tour will put you in contact directly with the local population. Being at the heart of people's lives and feeling the authenticity of nature
Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, circuits, hotels, cars, fuels, tickets, guides, museums
Exclusions: tips and drinks
6. 4 Days Senegambia Supremo
Explore the Senegambia region at your own pace with your personal guide in a private vehicle for 4 days. An opportunity to deep oneself into the Senegambia's Fauna & Flora, History and most importantly culture & tradition of its amazing inhabitant. Book this tour to have a true experience of the Senegambia in just 4 days. However, the tour package is based on 2 sharing the room. If it is single occupancy, there will be a surcharge for single supplement. If you require a visa or entry clearance, please acquire them before hand for both Senegal (Single entry visa) and The Gambia (Multiple entry visa or be ready to pay for another visa at land border when coming back into the Gambia. Approx. $75.00 per visa) . An optional Lion Walk of about 30mins if available for those who dare to take part (paid locally approx. $41.00 per person). Please bring along your passport and yellow fever certificate along. The ferry schedule and condition is beyond my control as it is a public ferry
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Gratuities, Entry clearance / visa fees
Reviewed By Susie Y
Arrived and booked for the Lion walk after the safari in good time and the walk was arranged for 13.00. The safari it’s self was really quick and all the animals there were seen within the first 30 mins at the man made watering holes. The rest of the time was just riding about in the dust, A word of warning please make sure you have a scarf to cover your nose and mouth, We arrived back at reception to be told we would be called for the lion walk. No one came. Our guide went to see them and came back to us to inform us that it would not be taking place until 2.30pm or afterwards or not at all. Their reason was that a large coach load had taken our place. I was really upset as it was my birthday and the walk with the lions was a very special present. Due to my age and health status I know I shall never have a another opportunity to do it. Our guide even pleaded with the reception staff to just let me go to no avail. I was gutted and even back in the UK I am still.
