Full day • History • Culture • ROOTS • Juffureh • Albreda • UNESCO World Heritage

Roots & Kunta Kinteh Island – A Journey into Gambia’s Past

Visit Juffureh, Albreda and Kunta Kinteh Island and discover the story behind ROOTS, Kunta Kinteh and the history of slavery that made these places known around the world. You are picked up early from your accommodation and driven to the ferry in Banjul. After crossing to Barra, you continue by open jeep towards Albreda and Juffureh, travelling through villages and landscapes of the North Bank.

Juffureh, Albreda & ROOTS

In Juffureh and Albreda you discover the story of Kunta Kinteh, known worldwide through Alex Haley’s book Roots and its famous film and television adaptations.

You visit historic places and learn more about the transatlantic slave trade, life in these villages and the significance of Kunta Kinteh in Gambian history.

Slavery Museum & Flag of Freedom

During the tour you visit the slavery museum and learn more about the history of Albreda and Juffureh.

You also visit the Flag of Freedom, a historic site commemorating the abolition of slavery and those who regained their freedom.

Kunta Kinteh Island – UNESCO World Heritage

From Albreda you travel by boat to Kunta Kinteh Island, formerly known as James Island. On the island you explore the historic ruins and learn about the role this location played in the transatlantic slave trade.

Kunta Kinteh Island and related historic sites are part of the UNESCO World Heritage property Kunta Kinteh Island and Related Sites.

Lunch & return journey

A local lunch is included. Afterwards you travel back across the North Bank to Barra and take the ferry back to Banjul.

Combine with Fathala Wildlife Reserve

This tour can also be combined with a visit to Fathala Wildlife Reserve in Senegal. It is a special way to combine history and culture with nature and wildlife in one day via the North Bank.

Ask us about the Roots & Fathala combination tour.

Included

· transport throughout the tour

· Banjul–Barra ferry and return

· open jeep on the North Bank

· experienced local guide

· boat trip to Kunta Kinteh Island

· entrance fees and museum visit

· local lunch

· water and soft drinks during the tour

Practical information

· Duration: full day

· Tour type: private tour or small group

· Route: Banjul, Barra, Albreda, Juffureh and Kunta Kinteh Island

· Transport: ferry, open jeep and boat

· Focus: history, culture, slavery heritage and local life

· Programme: may vary slightly depending on local conditions

Why choose this tour?

This tour brings the story of Kunta Kinteh and ROOTS together with the real historic places connected to that history.

A meaningful journey into the history and culture of The Gambia.