12 October 2010 - The Gambia Experience - Press Office
Specialist tour operator, The Gambia Experience, is pleased to announce the addition of two new properties to its ‘Holidays with a Difference’ portfolio.
Hibiscus House
www.gambia.co.uk/hibiscus
From November 2010, The Gambia Experience is pleased to once again feature Hibiscus House, a family-run hotel set within tropical gardens in the African village of Brufut.
Hibiscus House has an intimate feel with only eight individually designed rooms, located around the small swimming pool and Jacuzzi. Menus for lunch and dinner are inspired by both African and International cuisine, using fresh local produce.
The hotel has an excellent relationship with the local community and is happy to extend this knowledge to ensure guests get the most out of their stay.
Hotel owner and trained clinical holistic therapist, Susan Clifford-Webb, offers treatments such as Indian Head Massage, Reflexology and Reiki in the surrounds of Hibiscus House’s new Holistic Garden – treatments are open to both guests at the property, as well as visitors.
Although Hibiscus House is not directly on the beach, the hotel provides complimentary transport to and from local beaches, including the quiet Batakunku Beach, complete with local beach bar and restaurant.
Sitanunku Lodge
www.gambia.co.uk/sitanunku
Sitanunku Lodge is situated on the North Bank of the River Gambia Estuary enjoying a secluded waterfront location on the peninsular overlooking Dog Island.
This newly built lodge - opening in November 2010 - is in a slightly elevated position above the river and set within a natural forest of clusters of Baobab trees. A sandy beach is a short walk away.
There are six spacious, modern lodges in total, spaced to ensure a level of privacy and positioned so as to enjoy views of the water. Facilities include a restaurant, bar and swimming pool. Ten sea-facing lodges on the other side of the peninsular are planned for completion in 2011.
The lodge will have a special appeal for keen anglers as Dog Island is home to some of the world’s best large fish, including Atlantic Tarpon. Bait fishing and shore fishing are both available.
The complimentary use of canoes, as well as boat transfers to Dog Island and the local village of Sitanunku are included. Birdwatching walks with a local guide are also on offer, as well as mountain bikes for hire. Horse riding is planned. Sitanunku Lodge has been designed to maximise sustainable tourism measures with solar power being utilised throughout the complex. It also has its own borehole for the supply of water.
This winter 7-night holidays at Hibiscus House with breakfast start from £610pp, at Sitanunku Lodge on half board from £966 per person. Return flights from London Gatwick – Banjul, taxes and airport transfers are included within the package price. Winter regional departures are available from Bristol, Stansted, Birmingham and Manchester. Three or Four-Night add-on stays are also available from £250pp, including transfers but excluding flights.
The Gambia Experience is currently promoting its ‘Winter Offers’, valid for holidays booked by 24 October and including savings of up to £147 per person and free room upgrades. For more information, please call The Gambia Experience Reservations Department on 0845 330 2087 or visit www.gambia.co.uk
