10 days tour

10 Days/ 9 Nights Gambian Experience

10 Days/ 9 Nights Gambian Experience

This tour includes:

Transport

Round-trip airport/hotel transfers Transportation in private vehicle

Accommodation

Hotel accommodation in the indicated properties

Guide

Experienced English speaking guide

Meals

Half board on double room basis

Others

Meeting and assistance on arrival and departure Admission to all listed sites

Not included:

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Others

Optional activities Drinks bears, cigarette Personal clothing Visa Fee Flights

Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

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Itinerary of your trip 10 Days/ 9 Nights Gambian Experience

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival

      Upon arrival, youโ€™ll meet up with your guide and driver who will transfer you to the hotel for overnight and dinne

  • Day 2 Day 2: South Gambia Excursions , Monkey Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: South Gambia Excursions , Monkey Park

      where you can spot two out of three kind of monkeys we have in the Gambia and these are the green velvet monkey friendly and the red colobus which have red belly and grey back and are always on the trees , talk 35 minute work in the forest for monkey feeding .From there we will drive to Bakau at the Crocodile Pool. This is a pond full of crocodiles, of which people used to belief (some still do) belief it had a โ€œhealing powerโ€. Sprinkle yourself with this water and it will prosper pregnancy , we pass by Serrekunda, the largest town in the Gambia with over 200.000 inhabitants ,We have an interesting stop by the animal meat market, and during a rounded tour of the market the guide will inform you about the meat culture of the Gambia and other traditions. Our next stop on this trip would be Brikama, Gambiaโ€™s second largest town,with over 150.000 inhabitants. Here we visit the wood carving factory and its from here you can buy cheap and beautiful carvings made of mahogany and other tree types . lunch break at the Paradise Beach Bar & Restaurant. We finally end this interesting day with a stop at Tanji fishing village Tanji is a bigger fishing village in The Gambia from there back your hotel for dinner and overnight.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Game Safari & Lion Walk Adventure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Game Safari & Lion Walk Adventure

      The fathala park is located 12 kms to the north of the Gambia and Senegalese border. You will be picked up early morning from your hotel we drive to Banjul the capital city of the Gambia , where you will join a public ferry to Barra and experience the hustle and bustle of the local people. After approximately one hour crossing on the river Gambia you will reach Barra, take a safari keep and continue to drive through numerous village before reaching amdalaye / karang or the Gambian & Senegalese border for passport control. You will then enter Senegal and the fathala park. Spent two hours in the reserve and enjoy the natural environment of bush where you will get to see wild animals such as zebras, rhino ,giraffes, and antelopes .Enjoy and experience Lion walk Adventure at least once in a lifetime. Take the opportunity to interact with our lions and accompany them on foot. An unparalleled experience that offers insight into the behavior of this species, with lots of photo opportunities . From back to your hotel for dinner and overnight.

  • Day 4 Day 4-5: Drive Into Banjul
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4-5: Drive Into Banjul

      We will drive into Banjul and hop on the local ferry to Barra ,we follow the north bank of the river Gambia , making a market stop at Farafenni , visit the mysterious stone circles at wassu i will provide park lunch, and learn what is known about them before Cruising Further Down the river Gambia where we might see wild Hippos and ,Crocodileโ€™s we pass baboon island keeping a sharp eye for Chimpanzees that live on the reserve . Our accommodation is at .baobolong camp After breakfast then we go to Georgetown taking in the sights and discover what was once the Gambiaโ€™s Capital on our return across to the south bank you will visit a school and a local family from there we check in to Bintang bolon Lodge This is in a beautiful setting amongst the mangroves at the edge of Bintang Bolon. Accommodation is in six pleasant huts. Four of these are situated on the river bank and each has its own balcony overlooking the bolon. Two further huts are tucked away in the mangrove. Each hut has its own private facilities. eat lunch and then dinner and overnight at the lodge.

  • Day 5 Day 6: Breakfast In Bintang Bolon
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Breakfast In Bintang Bolon

      after our breakfast in bintang bolon we have boat trip to Kunta Kinteh island .Our first stop will be at Albreda, where you will see the freedom flag pole and also visit the slave museum.The essence of stopping here, is to explain how the freedom flagpole came into being, which is nowadays one of our national monuments since 1970. From here we proceed on top Juffureh and visit Kunta Kinteh village and see his 7 generation family members , back to the boat for a lunch break , after lunch We continue with the boat to visit the Fort James Island the slavery house and see where they keep them back to the lodge for shower get ready for dinner by 20:00 with bit of intertainment.

  • Day 6 Day 7: Departure To Makasutu Cultural Forest
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Departure To Makasutu Cultural Forest

      After breakfast in bintang bolon we Depart coming down to makasutu cultural forest .Makasutu is a fabulous palm forest situated on the banks of Beautiful ,meandering tributary of the river Gambia. There will be a professional forest guide who will guide and educate you about the ecosystem while on the 45 minutes boat trip and the forest walk. During this tour in Makasutu you will spot baboons, different species of birds and natural vegetation. You will also be able to visit the fortune teller who does palm reading. And you will visit a wine tapper who will give you the opportunity to taste the palm juice and a traditional Gambian lunch is included and from back to your hotel.

  • Day 7 Day 8: Banjul Highlights
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Banjul Highlights

      This is a Tour were you will have the opportunity to see the capital city of The Gambia , and You will realize that ,this is were most of the government departments and other public offices are based , our first stop will be at the ARCH 22 which is one of our national monuments, The July 22nd Arch is a monument that spans the Independence Drive which is the road that leads into the Gambiaโ€™s capital. A good reason to visit the monument is for the panoramic views you get of the city from the top floor terrace. Here you get a better idea of the place as an island city, encircled by the ocean, the River Gambia and parts of the Tanbi mangroves there you will have a better view of the capital .From there we Continue drive-to the national Museum , Albert Market s. There you will see the local womanโ€™s and manโ€™s selling food stuffs, clothes and also Gambian women in their colourful dresses. Finally we end the Tour with a lunch break at Lamin Lodge This is where the Ouster factory is located and the shelling of Ousters takes place quite interesting exercise because when they finish they turn it to white cement. There is descent restaurant right on the sea with mangroves surrounding you. life Monkeys will be entertaining guest.

  • Day 8 Day 9: Leisure Day At The Beach & Senegambia Night Life
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Leisure Day At The Beach & Senegambia Night Life

      Today you will have time for yourself to hit the beach, you can participate in optional activities at your own cost. We recommend the great nightlife which is a must-do to young travellers. To those who are not into the nightlife, they join cultural day trips during the day.

  • Day 9 Day 10: Departure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Departure

      After breakfast, you โ€˜ll meet your driver at the lobby who will transfer to the airport. End of the trip

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 1 / Max: 80

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