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What to do in Bakau and Fajara

These two popular resort areas make perfect holiday destinations in The Gambia, with beautiful beaches and comfortable hotels.
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Malick Suso - Winner at Wanderlust World Guide Awards

We are delighted to announce that Malick Suso, our resident bird guide in The Gambia has won at the Wanderlust World Guide Awards!
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Top 5 reasons to book a stay at Mandina Lodges

Mandina is a property for those seeking peace and tranquillity, with excellent wildlife-spotting opportunities. Here are our expert's top 5 reasons to book a stay.
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Top 5 experiences in The Gambia

The Gambia is truly a unique holiday destination and there are plenty of excursions and experiences to do during your holiday to make the most of this wonderful destination.
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5 reasons to choose Kombo Beach Hotel for your winter holiday

Kombo Beach has so much to offer, with something for everyone, whether you want adventure, relaxation or both!
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Let us help you find your perfect winter holiday this year

If you were thinking of planning a holiday to Goa this year and the news around visas is causing concern, perhaps these alternatives would offer that slice of paradise you're seeking!
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Q&A with Malick Suso, The Gambia's birdwatching expert

Nobody knows The Gambia’s birdlife like Malick Suso – Chris Packham’s go-to guide when he visits The Gambia. We had a chat to find out his best birding spots and what he loves most about his job.
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Back-to-nature Senegal holidays

Easily accessible from The Gambia, our Senegal holidays in Casamance and Sine Saloum are perfect for anyone seeking a tranquil back-to-nature escape.
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Musa returns to The Gambia!

‘Musa and the Incredibirds’ is a children’s book set in The Gambia, written by author and illustrator Shirley Cherry, which celebrates West Africa’s diverse birdlife.
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First impressions of Rutland Birdfair

Clarabel and Karen from The Gambia Experience visited Birdfair for the first time on 16th August. Here's what they thought...
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Meet The Gambia Experience at The Rutland Birdfair

Come and join The Gambia Experience at The Global Birdfair from 12th-14th July 2024 - the biggest birding event in the whole of the UK!
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Kayaking at Tanji Bird Reserve

Explore the waterways at Tanji Bird Reserve aboard a kayak or canoe, spotting numerous bird species as you go.
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A visit to Rutland Birdfair

Stacey, from our content team, recently paid a visit to the annual Rutland Birdfair to see what it was all about.
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Top 10 birdlife photos

Here we share some of our favourite photography of the birdlife in The Gambia. What will you get the opportunity to see when you visit?
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Birdwatching in The Gambia - a customer experience

Chris Murphy travelled with The Gambia Experience at the end of last year, and here he describes his birdwatching experience, providing some useful tips for fellow birding enthusiasts...
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Step beyond the beaches and discover West African wildlife

We believe that to get the most out of a holiday in The Gambia, our guests should venture beyond the beaches and experience more. The wildlife in The Gambia is a fantastic place to start.
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Birds of The Gambia, in pictures

There are so many amazing bird species to be seen in The Gambia; here are just some of our favourites...
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Top 4 hotels for birdwatchers in The Gambia

Here we share our suggestions of hotels perfectly suited to birdwatchers, highlighting some of their differences to help you select your perfect property.
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Birds of the Gambia: Hooded Vulture

Though common in The Gambia, the Hooded Vulture is considered critically endangered globally. Here we look a little closer at this intriguing bird.
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Review: Lazy Day Cruise Excursion

Drift along through the mangrove creeks, sipping a cool Julbrew while keeping one eye out for spoonbills or even a Goliath Heron...
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A Birdwatcher's Paradise

Whether you're quite the twitcher, or simply love to experience a little bit of local wildlife, then come and see what The Gambia has to offer.
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Top 10 things to do in The Gambia for first-time visitors

Are you visiting The Gambia for the first time? Here are some great things to do to ensure you get the most out of your holiday.
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Join the West African Photo Shoot

A great opportunity for avid wildlife photographers.
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Birds of The Gambia: The Western Grey Plantain-Eater

A profile on the Western Grey Plantain-Eater, one of many fascinating birds in The Gambia.
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Birds of The Gambia: Red-billed Hornbill

Introducing the Red-billed Hornbill, another of the many beautiful and fascinating birds in The Gambia.
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Birds of The Gambia: African Paradise Flycatcher

Thanks to James Fisher for his contribution to our 'Birds of The Gambia' series with this beautiful image of an African Paradise Flycatcher.
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Birds of the Gambia: Blue-breasted Kingfisher

Find out more about this stunning bird, including where and when you can spot it.
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Birds of Senegal and The Gambia - a Q&A with Nik Borrow

We chat with Nik Borrow, illustrator of a new book on the birds of The Gambia and Senegal.
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