The excursions cover the Tanji area plus a trip into bush habitat and mangrove creeks.
A relaxed introduction to birdwatching in Gambia.
Full Day Abuko Nature Reserve
Abuko, the principle nature reserve in The Gambia is home to over 250 species. The reserve is neither a zoo nor a game reserve but an area of 180 acres, which places emphasis on the protection and conservation of nature as a whole. A small piece of jungle habitat in the middle of the savannah.
Full Day Tanji
Tanji Bird Reserve is a government-protected area with a multitude of undisturbed habitat in scenic surroundings; over 200 species have been recorded in the area.
Full Day Boat Trip
Depart from Denton Bridge, host to a wide variety of species and sail through the still waters of Oyster Creek into the mangrove-covered tributaries. This is a chance to get a close up view of the aquatic bird life of The Gambia. Stops may be made in Banjul, Sarro and Lamin.
Gambian Aviary
Set off to meet the 'dawn chorus' at Joyea Lodge on Mandina Bolong and take a traditional African dug out canoe through the mangrove creeks, to explore the narrow waterways around Kubuneh Island. After approximately three hours of exploration it's back to Joyea Lodge for brunch, in an area where up to 200 different species of bird-life have been found. After brunch, continue exploring with a leisurely stroll around neighbouring Kubuneh.
Pricing Information
Proposed dates for the Tanji week are 18th January 2009 & 5th April 2009. Numbers are limited so book early to aviod disappointment.