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Banjul, The Gambia

Mon: sunny
Max Temp: 37°C (99°F)
Min Temp: 20°C (68°F)

 
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A historic journey 200 years back in time to Alex Haley’s “Roots”.

The trip starts with a long, lazy, two and a half hour cruise from Banjul directly upriver, taking us to the ancient trading station of Albreda.

After a 15 minute walk we reach the edge of the village of Juffure and the Museum of Slavery before continuing to the original home of Alex Haley's great great grandfather 'Kunta Kinte' which is still occupied by the family. Taking photographs of people may involve being asked for money so always ask first.

Back on board a delicious hot and cold buffet is served, followed by a selection of fresh fruit before continuing our journey to James Island. Steeped in slave trade history, the fortress ruins tells the tale of colonial rivalries and it is possible to imagine the hundreds of slaves shackled together awaiting transport to an unknown and uncertain future. Disembarking from the boat into small boats can be a little difficult but help is on hand from the crew.

On the return journey to Banjul, dolphins often join the boat in the estuary of the river. A cup of tea or coffee completes a memorable day before arriving back at the hotels around 5.30pm.

For this coming Winter 2009/10 it has been proposed that D50pp will be added to the cost of this tour for the Roots Village development projects in conjunction with  Sustainable Tourism. This is to try to discourage begging and hassling from the locals when you visit Albreda and Juffure, so your feedback on the tour will be very much appreciated.

 

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You will be able to book this excursion on arrival or during your holiday to The Gambia.

The price below is subject to change so please see your representative in resort, who will give you a list of when each excursion runs, together with exact costs and payment methods. Itineraries vary from time to time depending on local conditions and all are operated by professional, knowledgeable and experienced guides.

Price - £48.50 per person

Roots - A boat trip to the land of Alex Haley's saga "Roots".

  • Excursion Day - Thursday
  • 2.5% Surcharge on all payments made by travellers cheque and a 3.5% surcharge on all payments made by credit card.

For more information about this excursion please contact a memeber of our reservations team on 0845 330 2060

 
 
Adults (16+)
Children (2-15)
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