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Introduction video
Gambia Overview
Discover the River
Accommodation
   Safari Garden
   Paradise Inn Lodge
   Footsteps Eco-lodge
   Hibiscus House
   Madiyana Camp
   Tendaba Camp
   Bird Safari Camp
   Sandele Eco-retreat
Birdwatching
Fishing
Chimpanzees
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Accommodation options on our unique Discover the River itineraries include the following carefully selected small Gambian hotels and river side lodges. They attract an interesting mix of travellers with an independent spirit who seek a "friendly, clean and comfortable" base in a pleasant location with good company. Coastal accommodation is on a B&B basis and up-country accommodation is full-board - with a packed lunch provided on travel days onboard the boats.

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At the coast, you can choose between Safari Garden, Paradise Inn Lodge and Footsteps (or any combination of these). Safari Garden is the default choice for many of our clients and provides a great "soft landing" to begin your Gambia adventure. If you're a keen nature lover and don't mind not having a swimming pool, Paradise Inn Lodge is the place for you. Footsteps Eco-lodge is another little gem - adjacent to some pleasant woodland and close to a beautiful, practically deserted beach - a great place to wind up your holiday. For those of you seeking a special touch of luxury, we'd recommend a stay at Hibiscus House or Sandele Eco-retreat (supplements apply). Or for simple, rustic accommodation with miles of sandy beaches and great wildlife watching on your doorstep - why not spend some nights at Madiyana Camp in Jinack on the northern border between Gambia and Senegal.

The highlight of your holiday, however, will undoubtedly be up-river Gambia. You'll love the peaceful relaxing atmosphere of Bird Safari Camp with its wonderful riverside setting, starlit night skies and amazing cacophony of bird song which simply has to be experienced to be believed. It's also much loved by anglers as these waters are home to one of the most savage and exciting freshwater predators - tiger fish. Just downstream, in the River Gambia National Park, the Chimpanzee Project will almost certainly prove to be the "jewel in the crown" of your Gambia holiday - if your budget allows, a night or two here is something you'll never forget. Tendaba Camp (half-way upriver), though quite basic, provides a convenient base on the way up/down the river and is an outstanding location for birdwatching: the creek boat trip (included in your Discover the River itinerary) is a wonderful experience - well worth it, even if you wouldn't normally consider yourself to be a "birdwatcher".

Safari Garden Hotel, Fajara Safari Garden (B&B), Fajara
A small, friendly hotel set in a quiet residential area in Fajara, 10 minutes walk from the beach and other bars & restaurants. Excellent food & drink. 		Tendaba Camp, Kwinella Tendaba Camp (FB), Kwinella
Great location opposite the Baobolong Wetlands, the salt water mangroves here are some of the tallest in West Africa. Even non-birdwatchers will be amazed at the rich variety of birdlife in the area.
Paradise Inn Lodge, Tanji Paradise Inn Lodge (B&B), Tanji
Tucked away on a creek, 30 minutes further down the coast, this is an ideal base for nature lovers seeking a peaceful retreat. 		Bird Safari Camp, Georgetown Bird Safari Camp (FB), MacCarthy Island
Deep in the bush, on a tranquil river island 300Km inland this is an ideal base for exploring the unique fresh water habitat upcountry. Wake up each morning to an unforgettable dawn chorus of bird song and fall asleep to the sound of cicadas, owls and nightjar.
Footsteps Eco-lodge, Gunjur Footsteps Eco-lodge (B&B), Gunjur
Further south along the good coastal road and in a lovely shady location not far from some of the best beaches in The Gambia, you'll find Footsteps to be a great place to relax and unwind. 		Chimpanzee Project, Gambia River National Park Chimpanzee Project (FB), River Gambia National Park
NEW!! A once-in-a-lifetime experience to see the pioneering work being undertaken to reintroduce captive chimpanzees to the wild. Supplement from £100 pppn + £30 pp for boat.
Hibiscus House, Brufut Hibiscus House (B&B), Brufut
NEW!! For those seeking a special treat, Hibiscus House provides a peaceful haven of quality and style. It is located in the village of Brufut halfway between Fajara and Tanji. Supplement from £11 pppn. 		Madiyana Camp - Paradise Island Madiyana Camp (FB), Jinack Island
On a peninsular by the northern Gambian - Seneglese border, Madiyana Camp is a simple collection of raffia huts and a seaview restaurant set on 11 km of deserted beach. Supplement: £17.50 pppn (inc. full-board) + transport.
Sandele Eco-retreat, Kartong Sandele Eco-retreat (B&B), Kartong
NEW!! At the most southern tip of The Gambia, stunning eco-architecture and a breathtaking beach-front location makes Sandele a special place to relax in style. Supplement: £75 pppn (inc. full-board).






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