GAMBIA
EXCURSIONS AND TOURS

Discover more of The Gambia

A Gambia holiday can be about much more than sunshine and the beach. Head beyond your hotel and you can explore wildlife reserves, cruise along peaceful creeks, cook with a local family, discover historic communities or even cross the border into neighbouring Senegal.

Our Gambia excursions and tours make it easy to experience more of the destination, whether you'd like a relaxed half-day trip, a full day of exploring or something completely different from the traditional resort experience.

We've been exploring The Gambia for decades, and our resort team can help you choose the experiences that best suit your interests, the time of year and where you're staying.

Looking for inspiration first? Read our guide to the top things to do in The Gambia .

Our Favourite Days Out

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Six Tours in One

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Cooking with Ida in The Gambia

Ida's Home Cooking

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Lazy Day Cruise

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Fathala Wildlife Reserve Animals

Senegal Wildlife - Fathala

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Vaughan Ashby

Excursions

Gambia excursions and tours

From river cruises and wildlife encounters to food, culture and private touring, there are plenty of ways to explore beyond the main resorts.

Some experiences operate throughout the year while others are seasonal, so speak to our resort team for current availability during your stay.

Depending on what interests you, you could:

Discover wildlife in The Gambia or neighbouring Senegal.

Explore by river aboard a traditional pirogue or relaxing cruise.

Experience local food and culture through cooking and community-based experiences.

Go birdwatching with knowledgeable local guides.

Discover Gambian history along the River Gambia.

Arrange a private 4x4 and guide for a more flexible day of exploring.

Winter & Summer

Tanji Birding Kayaks

Tanji Birding, Kayaks & Canoes

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Winter & Summer

Cooking with Ida in The Gambia

Ida's Home Cooking

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Winter & Summer

Lazy Day Cruise

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Winter & Summer

Fathala Wildlife Reserve Animals

Senegal Wildlife - Fathala

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Overnight

Upriver adventure

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Winter & Summer

Six Tours in One

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Winter & Summer

Private Boat Hire

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Winter

Alex Haley's Roots 

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Winter & Summer

Private vehicle hire with driver/guide

Private Land Rover / 4WD Hire

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Places to Visit in The Gambia

Not every memorable day out needs to be a formal excursion. The Gambia has beaches, markets, nature reserves, historic sites and local communities that are well worth discovering during your stay.

Some can be visited independently by taxi, while others are best experienced with a local guide who can provide context and help you get much more from the visit.

If somewhere catches your eye, speak to our resort team about the best way to get there.

Places of Interest

Sanyang Beach

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Places of Interest

Fajara Military Cemetery

Fajara Military Cemetery

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Culture

Roots - Albreda Village

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Places of Interest

Simon Galloway

Tanji Fishing Village

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Places of Interest

Fish Market Bakau

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Activities

Golf in The Gambia

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Activities

Football Stadium in Bakau

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Wildlife

Kachikally Crocodile Pond

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Activities

Wrestling

Wrestling

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Wildlife

Simon Galloway

Tanji Shore

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Wildlife

Chris Packham

Brufut Woods

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Wildlife

Trevor Carpenter

Kiang West National Park

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Making the most of The Gambia

Explore independently or join an organised tour?

Both can work well. Taxis make it relatively easy to travel between many of the main coastal areas, while organised excursions are particularly useful when you're travelling further afield or want the benefit of local knowledge.

If you're planning to explore independently, our guide to getting around The Gambia explains more about taxis and travelling between the resorts.

Yellow taxis

How can I get around?

Taxis are one of the easiest ways to explore beyond your hotel and are widely available around the main resort areas. Agree the fare before setting off and ask your hotel or our resort team for advice if you're unsure about a particular journey.

For more practical information, see our guide to getting around The Gambia.

Boat trip with expert guides at Chimp Rehabilitation Project camp

Private Tours and Guides

If there are particular places you'd like to visit, a private vehicle with a driver and guide gives you much more flexibility than a fixed excursion.

You can plan a half-day or full-day itinerary around your interests, while private boat hire can also be arranged for exploring some of The Gambia's rivers and creeks.

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Explore with Confidence

Getting away from the main resorts is one of the best ways to experience more of The Gambia, whether you're visiting markets, wildlife areas, historic sites or local communities.

Use reputable transport and guides, take sensible care of your belongings and ask our resort team for current local advice before travelling somewhere unfamiliar.

For further guidance, see our health and safety information.

 

This was our first visit to The Gambia and it was a great holiday. The friendliness of the staff was overwhelming! Our hotel exceeded expectations and we would definitely stay there again. Fantastic area for birding!

Mrs Brown – Guest – Hibiscus House