7 Days Gambia Tour – Culture, Wildlife & River Safari
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($1,050 pp/2pax)
This 7-day Gambia holiday combines vibrant local culture, nature reserves, historical sites, and relaxing beach time. From sacred crocodiles and bustling markets to River Gambia cruises, birdwatching, and village visits, this immersive experience offers the best of The Gambia.
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Tour Highlights:
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Sacred crocodile pools and bustling markets
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Makasutu Forest canoe safari & eco-cultural experience
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River Gambia cruise and birdwatching paradise
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Tanji fishing village and Brufut forest walk
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Wildlife and nature reserves at Abuko & Kiang West
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Beach relaxation at Kololi and Cape Point
Tour Summary
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Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
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Departure / Return Point: Banjul, The Gambia
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Tour Type: Private or small group
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Best For: Culture lovers, birders, nature explorers, river cruise fans
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Included: Accommodation, meals, transport, guided tours, park fees
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in Banjul – Transfer to Kololi Beach
Upon arrival at Banjul International Airport, you’ll be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Kololi, near The Gambia’s most popular beach.
After check-in, relax by the beach or pool and enjoy a briefing about your 7-day Gambia tour itinerary.Dinner and overnight at Senegambia Beach Hotel or similar.
Bakau & Serekunda Tour – Kachikally Crocodile Pool – Market Visit
After breakfast, visit the Kachikally Sacred Crocodile Pool in Bakau, one of The Gambia’s most spiritual sites where crocodiles are believed to bring blessings. Then head to Serekunda Market, the largest in the country, for an introduction to Gambian life through fabrics, spices, and crafts.
Spend your afternoon relaxing at the beach or strolling through craft stalls near your lodge.Dinner and overnight at Senegambia Beach Hotel.
Tanji Fishing Village – Brufut Woods – Sunset Birding
Begin your day at Tanji Fishing Village, where colorful wooden boats land fresh catches and women smoke fish in traditional ovens. Visit the Tanji Bird Reserve, home to over 300 species of coastal birds.
After lunch, explore Brufut Woods, a quiet forest where you may see the Yellow-throated Leaflove, Long-tailed Nightjar, and green turacos.Dinner and overnight at Ocean Bay Hotel.
Full Day at Makasutu Forest – Canoe Safari & Cultural Encounters
Drive to Makasutu Cultural Forest, a lush reserve set along the River Gambia. Enjoy a guided forest walk, spot monkeys, and learn about local medicinal plants.
Later, take a canoe ride through mangroves, then visit a nearby village for cultural immersion, watch palm wine tapping, traditional dancing, and enjoy a home-cooked Gambian lunch.Dinner and overnight at Mandina Lodges (eco-luxury).
River Gambia Cruise – Tendaba Village & Birding
Start your day with a river safari to Tendaba, traveling along the meandering River Gambia. The mangroves and wetlands are prime areas for birdwatching, look out for African Fish Eagles, ospreys, kingfishers, and possibly hippos.
Arrive at Tendaba Camp, a peaceful riverside eco-lodge. Take a short walk through a nearby village in the evening.Dinner and overnight at Tendaba Camp.
Kiang West National Park – Return to Banjul
After breakfast, explore Kiang West National Park, one of the largest and most biodiverse parks in The Gambia. Spot bushbucks, baboons, warthogs, and countless birds along forest trails.
After a picnic lunch, begin the journey back to the coast, arriving in Kololi by evening.Dinner and overnight at African Princess Beach Hotel.
Abuko Nature Reserve – Departure
On your final day, visit Abuko Nature Reserve, The Gambia’s oldest forest park. Explore shaded trails with sightings of monkeys, reptiles, and tropical birds like hornbills and turacos.
Depending on your flight time, enjoy last-minute shopping at Bakau Craft Market before your transfer to Banjul International Airport for departure.
Important Information
- This tour is organized by the tour operator.
- The exact itinerary sequence, details, and pricing of this tour depend on availability.
- If a selected accommodation is fully booked, the operator will recommend a comparable alternative.
- The operator reserves the right to adjust the rates advertised on this website.