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  • Home
  • Who are we
  • Tours
    • Lamin Lodge/Daranka
    • Birding (half day/all day)
    • Creek sea fishing (Half day/ all day)
    • Georgetown (2 days)
    • Makasutu Cultural Forest
    • Lazy day cruise
    • Fathala Wild Reserve Safari (Senegal)
    • Roots (Kunta Kinteh)
    • South Gambia 4-in-1
    • Pelican Island 4-in-1
    • Jinack Island
    • Multi-day Tours
  • Gallery
  • Video
  • Reviews
  • Contact
  • Dutch
  • English

Roots (Kunta Kinteh)

An opportunity to step back in time!

After an early departure from the hotel, we take the ferry from Banjul to Barra – an experience on its own. In Barra, an open jeep will be waiting to take us on a scenic rural route to the village of Juffureh. The story of Kunta Kinteh is beautifully told in the book and film ROOTS by Alex Haley. The “Flag of Freedom” was raised at the moment slavery was abolished. You will also meet the village chief and visit the slavery museum, where the history is revealed step by step. On Kunta Kinteh Island, formerly known as St. James Island, we will explore the ruins of the fort and receive an explanation of the history of slavery.

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Overall unbelievable experience! We went on 3 excursions with Aladin from River Gambia Tours: and it was so breathtaking. Firstly, we went to Jangjangbureh where you will be enlightened with knowledge concerning slavery and other thoughtful topics. After we went to see the hippos and food markets, we slept by the Gambia River in a lovely lodge. The next excursion was to Senegal (park Fatalah) where we saw zebras, buffaloes, giraffes, etc. living freely in an astonishing nature. I never saw majestic animals this happy! The route with the open jeep to Fatalah was also memorable: you can stand up and witness lots of beautiful Senegal. Lastly, we went to Makasutu (the sacred forest) this was a crazy experience as well. You will see lots of monkeys from close by! Also, a lot of valuable information concerning plants and nature. We even drank fresh palm wine straight from the tree!
I just cannot describe how much I was enlightened with joy and information during these 3 tours. Last but not least: I want to thank Aladin. Aladin is such a funny, friendly guide (you will love him!). He even helped us with troubles regarding our flight, which are not included in the ‘tours’. Without Aladin, we wouldn’t have seen the real Gambia. I am very thankful to have someone so witty on our beautiful voyage.
Thank you for everything, Aladin! And let each one, teach one. <3

Poema Snauwaert

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