Morning to early afternoon • Nature • Mangroves • Oysters • Birds • Local life • Boat trip

Lamin Lodge & Daranka – Mangroves, Oysters & Silk Cotton Tree

Enjoy a peaceful boat trip through the mangroves around Lamin Lodge, where birdlife, traditional oyster harvesting and local culture come together.

Lamin Lodge & the mangroves

From Lamin Lodge you cruise through peaceful mangroves, enjoying the distinctive landscape and the many bird species that live in the area.

Traditional oyster harvesting

In the mangroves you see how oysters grow on mangrove roots. Local women traditionally collect them from canoes. This work is an important source of income for many women and offers a special view of everyday life in The Gambia.

Daranka & the Silk Cotton Tree

From Lamin Lodge we travel by boat to Daranka to visit the impressive Silk Cotton Tree.

This centuries-old tree still plays an important role in traditional rituals and local customs. Its enormous hollow trunk is so impressive that you can actually step inside – a remarkable place where nature, culture and local tradition meet.

Included

· pick-up and return to your accommodation

· transport to Lamin Lodge

· boat trip through the mangroves

· visit to the oyster areas

· boat trip to Daranka and the Silk Cotton Tree

· experienced English-speaking guide

· water and soft drinks

Practical information

· Duration: morning to early afternoon

· Departure: from your accommodation

· Transport: comfortable air-conditioned transport + boat

· Tour type: nature, culture and boat trip

· Language: English-speaking guide

· Drinks: water and soft drinks included

Why choose this tour?

This tour shows you a very different side of The Gambia in a short time: peaceful mangroves, traditional oyster harvesting, birds, creek cruising and the remarkable Silk Cotton Tree near Daranka.

A peaceful and authentic experience combining mangroves, local traditions and life along the water.

Half day or full day • Birds • Nature • Private tour

Birdwatching Gambia – Private Bird Tour with Experienced Guide

Discover why The Gambia is one of West Africa’s most rewarding birdwatching destinations, with an incredible variety of species found across mangroves, wetlands, rice fields, savannah and the coast.

You explore these areas with an experienced local bird guide, who adapts the tour to the season, current conditions and the birds you are most interested in seeing.

The tour is suitable for both experienced birders and travellers who simply enjoy birds and nature.

Half day or full day

Choose a half-day or full-day tour. A full day allows more time to visit several nature areas and search more specifically for special species.

Possible habitats include mangroves and creeks, wetlands and rice fields, savannah, woodland, lagoons and the coast.

What can you expect?

· A private birdwatching tour.

· An experienced local bird guide.

· A half-day or full-day option.

· Different bird and nature areas.

· Time for observation and photography.

· Transport from your accommodation and back.

Discover the birdlife of The Gambia

Whether you are an experienced birder or simply love nature, this is a relaxed and personal way to discover the remarkable birdlife of The Gambia.

Contact us for your Birdwatching Tour in The Gambia.

Half day or full day • Fishing • Creek • Sea

Creek Fishing & Sea Fishing in The Gambia

Enjoy a relaxed day of fishing in The Gambia, whether you prefer the calm creeks and mangroves or the open waters of the Atlantic.

The excursion can be adapted to your preferences and experience. Whether you fish regularly or simply want to try it, our local guidance helps create a relaxed day on the water.

Creek Fishing

Creek fishing combines peaceful waters, mangrove scenery and good fishing opportunities, making it a relaxing way to enjoy both nature and time on the water.

You fish from a boat at different spots in the creeks, depending on the conditions that day.

Sea Fishing

Prefer the open sea? Choose sea fishing along the Gambian coast, travelling farther offshore and fishing at different locations.

A suitable sea-fishing boat is used depending on the selected trip.

Half day or full day

Choose a half-day or full-day excursion, making it easy to fit a fishing trip into the rest of your holiday.

What can you expect?

· A private fishing excursion.

· Choice of creek fishing or sea fishing.

· Half-day or full-day option.

· Local guidance.

· Boat.

· Fishing rods and bait are provided.

· Transport from your accommodation and back.

· A relaxed day on the water.

A relaxed and enjoyable fishing experience, with local guidance and plenty of time on the water.

Full day • River cruise • Nature • Relaxation

Lazy Day River Cruise in The Gambia

Slow down and enjoy a full day on the water, surrounded by mangroves, creeks, birdlife and the relaxed rhythm of The Gambia.

Find a comfortable spot on the upper deck, enjoy the view and watch the landscape drift by. Along the way you see everyday life beside the water and have plenty of opportunities to spot different bird species and other wildlife.

If you like, you can try a little fishing or take a refreshing swim. Prefer to simply sit back and enjoy the scenery? That is just as perfect.

A fresh lunch is prepared on board during the cruise, bringing together nature, relaxation and a typically Gambian experience on the water.

Programme

· Transfer to Denton Bridge and board the pirogue.

· Gentle cruise through creeks and mangrove areas.

· Time to relax on deck and enjoy the scenery.

· Opportunities for birdwatching and observing life along the water.

· Possibility to fish or swim, depending on conditions and preference.

· Freshly prepared lunch on board.

· Return cruise to Denton Bridge during the afternoon.

Included

· Transport from the agreed pick-up location.

· Boat trip on a traditional African pirogue.

· Guidance by River Gambia Tours.

· Freshly prepared lunch on board.

· Water during the tour.

Practical information

· Duration: full day.

· Suitable for travellers who want to combine nature and relaxation.

· Wear light clothing and bring sun protection.

· Bring swimwear if you would like to swim.

· The programme may be adapted to weather, tides and local conditions.

Why choose this tour?

· A peaceful day on the water without a rushed programme.

· A beautiful combination of mangroves, creeks, birds and local life.

· Plenty of time simply to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

· Lunch is freshly prepared on board.

· A wonderfully relaxed day on the water, with nature, good food and plenty of time simply to enjoy The Gambia.

Morning to early afternoon • Nature • Culture • Mangroves • Baboons • Birds • Canoe trip

Makasutu Cultural Forest – Nature, Culture & Mangroves

Step into the green heart of Makasutu Cultural Forest, where mangroves, wildlife, local traditions and a peaceful canoe trip come together in one memorable experience. A local guide accompanies you and explains the trees, plants, wildlife and traditional practices of the area. Enjoy a canoe trip through the mangroves, walk through the forest and look out for the many birds and other animals. One of the highlights of Makasutu is the chance to see free-roaming baboons in their natural surroundings. They are often easy to spot and can sometimes come surprisingly close. You also learn about local traditions, including palm wine tapping and local crafts.

Marabout & local traditions

There is usually an opportunity to meet a Marabout during the tour. You can hear more about local traditions and, if you wish, have your palm read.

The Marabout visit is optional. Any associated costs are at your own expense.

Lunch

Around lunchtime you enjoy a traditional Gambian lunch in the green surroundings. Free-roaming baboons are often nearby and can sometimes come surprisingly close.

During the high season there is often traditional music at lunchtime.

After lunch the tour normally comes to an end.

Included

· return transport

· experienced local guide

· entrance to Makasutu Cultural Forest

· canoe trip through the mangroves

· traditional Gambian lunch

· water and soft drinks during the tour

Practical information

· Duration: morning to early afternoon

· Tour type: private tour or small group

· Focus: nature, culture, mangroves, baboons, birds and local traditions

· Lunch: included

· Marabout: optional; any costs are at your own expense

· Music: often traditional music during lunch in the high season

· Programme: may vary slightly depending on local conditions

Why choose this tour?

Makasutu combines a surprising amount in a relatively short tour: mangroves, free-roaming baboons, birds, local culture, a canoe trip and traditional practices.

Together with the local guide’s stories and lunch in the forest, it is a relaxed and varied introduction to Gambian nature and culture.

A relaxed and memorable way to experience the nature, wildlife and traditions of The Gambia.

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.