Senegal and The Gambia Tour with 25 Reviews by Explore

About the tour

Tour Type

Small Group

Max Group Size

Age Requirement

16 - 79 yrs

Operated In

English

Physical Rating

Easy

Starts

Ends

Dakar, Senegal

Highlights

Discover West Africa's fantastic bird and wildlife in Senegal and The Gambia

Cruise the waterways of the great Gambia River and stay at a tranquil river lodge

Experience old Senegal and immersive yourself in its rich colonial heritage

Itinerary

West Africa’s rhythm pulses through every moment of the Senegal and The Gambia trip. Over 13 days, experienced travelers will uncover Dakar’s vibrant music scene, colonial towns, and the stunning birdlife along the Gambia River. Sleep aboard a boat, glide through the Saloum Delta’s mangroves by traditional pirogue, and spot herons and pelicans at Djoudj Sanctuary. This easy-paced adventure’s unique allure? Up-close encounters with wildlife and West Africa’s living culture—delivered through immersive activities and expert local guidance.

Day 1Join trip in Saly, south of Dakar

Day 2Drive into Dakar, ferry to Goree. Explore the historic Goree Island

Day 3Drive to the old French capital of West Africa, St. Louis

Day 4Visit Djoudj bird reserve and Langue de Barbarie National Park by motorised pirogue

Day 5Drive to Kaolack, visiting the majestic mosque in Touba

Day 6Travel to Georgetown (Gambia), visit the Wassau Stone Circles

Day 7Full day cruise along the Gambia River

Day 8Bird and wildlife spotting as we continue to cruise down the Gambia River; late afternoon drive to Bintang Bolong

Day 9Morning in the Bintang Bolong river basin. Travel to the coast.

Day 10Visit the capital of The Gambia, Banjul. Travel by ferry and bus to Saloum Delta (Senegal)

Day 11Saolum Delta National Park; boat trip through the Delta to Ndagane

Day 12Visit Senegal's giant Baobab tree, explore Fadiout Island and return to Saly

Day 13Trip ends in Saly

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotel Keparanga (2 nights)Hotel Madou (1 night)Hotel Sindone (2 nights)Le Relais de Kaolack (1 night)Laminkoto Camp (1 night)Gambia Motorcruiser (1 night)AbCa's Creek Lodge (1 night)Senegambia Beach Hotel (1 night)Keur Saloum Hotel (1 night)Le Pelican Hotel (1 night)

Meals

12 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 8 Dinners

Transport

Driver(s)Bus4WDBoat

Guide

Explore Tour LeaderBoat CrewLocal Guide(s)

What's Excluded

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Senegal and The Gambia

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