Birdwatching Trip Gambia

Discover the wonderful birdlife of The Gambia during this special 9-day birdwatching trip. Together with our experienced local bird guide, we visit a variety of bird-rich areas along the coast and inland.

We visit places including Tanji Bird Reserve, Madiyana Waterways, Brufut Woods, Kotu Creeks, Abuko and Farasuto. A boat trip and a river expedition are also part of the programme.

There is plenty of opportunity to watch and photograph birds, but of course there is also time to enjoy the surroundings, nature and everyday life in The Gambia.

26 January to 3 February 2027
9 days
€969 per person, excluding flights

Programme

Day 1 – Arrival in The Gambia
Arrival and transfer to Franco Inn Guesthouse in Tanji. Introduction and time to relax and acclimatise.

Day 2 – Tanji Bird Reserve & Madiyana Waterways
We visit Tanji Bird Reserve and the Madiyana Waterways. Lunch at Franco Inn.

Day 3 – Brufut Woods & Kotu Creeks
Visit to Brufut Woods and Kotu Creeks. We also take a boat trip. Lunch at African Queen.

Day 4 – Abuko Nature Reserve & Marakissa Woods
Today we visit Abuko Nature Reserve and Marakissa Woods. Lunch at Marakissa Camp.

Day 5 – Farasuto Woods & Peynem Woods
Visit to Farasuto Woods and Peynem Woods. Lunch at Peynem Camp.

Day 6 – Towards Tendaba
We travel towards Tendaba in the inland region and visit places along the way, including Pirang Shrimp Farm, the Kampont Ricefields, Kanlagi Bridge and Tendaba Woods. Overnight stay in Tendaba.

Day 7 – Boat trip from Tendaba
A boat trip from Tendaba towards the Tunku/Cisi Creeks. Afterwards, we travel back to Tanji.

Day 8 – Tujering Woods & Kartong Wetlands
Visit to Tujering Woods and the Kartong Wetlands. Lunch in Kartong.

Day 9 – Departure
Breakfast and some time to relax and enjoy Franco Inn, depending on the flight departure time. Afterwards, transfer to the airport.

Included

• Accommodation
• Meals
• Water
• Transport during the programme
• Excursions
• Entrance fees
• Guidance by our local bird guide

Not included

Flights to and from The Gambia, travel insurance and souvenirs.

The programme may be slightly adjusted depending on the circumstances on site.