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- Explore!
- Explorer
- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 7 - 16
- Age range 16 to 85
Highlights
- Explore Dakar's vibrant markets
- Tour Isle de Goree on foot
- Visit the pink-hued Lac Rose
- Discover St. Louis by horse carriage
- Cruise the Gambia River
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Join trip in Saly, south of Dakar
- Day 2 Drive into Dakar, ferry to Goree. Explore the historic Goree Island
- Day 3 Drive to the old French capital of West Africa, St. Louis
- Day 4 Visit Djoudj bird reserve and Langue de Barbarie National Park by motorised pirogue
- Day 5 Drive to Kaolack, visiting the majestic mosque in Touba
- Day 6 Travel to Georgetown (Gambia), visit the Wassau Stone Circles
- Day 7 Full day cruise along the Gambia River
- Day 8 Bird and wildlife spotting as we continue to cruise down the Gambia River; late afternoon drive to Bintang Bolong
- Day 9 Morning in the Bintang Bolong river basin. Travel to the coast.
- Day 10 Visit the capital of The Gambia, Banjul. Travel by ferry and bus to Saloum Delta (Senegal)
- Day 11 Saolum Delta National Park; boat trip through the Delta to Ndagane
- Day 12 Visit Senegal's giant Baobab tree, explore Fadiout Island and return to Saly
- Day 13 Trip ends in Saly
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Hotel Keparanga
HotelDays 1, 12Hotel Madou
Hotelday 2Hotel Sindone
HotelDays 3, 4Le Relais de Kaolack
Hotelday 5Laminkoto Camp
Hutday 6Gambia Motorcruiser
Berth / Cabinday 7Bintang Bolong Lodge
Lodgeday 8AbCa's Creek Lodge
Lodgeday 8Senegambia Beach Hotel
Hotelday 9Keur Saloum Hotel
Hutday 10Le Pelican Hotel
Hutday 11
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Explore!
Number of tours
532
Age Range
16 to 85 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
96%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationGood
- FoodExcellent
Dunja· January 4th, 2025With such a AMAZING AND PERFECT GUIDE COULD NOT BE BETTER. But I would suggest to change itinerary little bit. In Goree Island not Sleeping , St luis one day and more days in Gambia.Show more
Explore! commented on this reviewThank you for your wonderful feedback! It’s great to hear that your Explore leader made a positive impact on your trip & such a lasting impression! We appreciate your suggestions regarding the itinerary, as we are always working on improving our trips,... Show moreTrip date: December 2024- ASarah· February 19th, 2023Djoudj, the time on the Gambia river and Fadiouth where we could have spent a bit more time.Show moreTrip date: February 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AJosephine· February 19th, 2023The boat trip on the river Gambia was a great experience, fantastic food and the overnight stay much more comfortable than I had expected. I also found the visit to Fadoit islands very interesting with a top quality local guide (Jean).Show moreTrip date: February 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ALindsay· March 1st, 2023Great tour leader. Boat trip (overnight) down the Gambia was amazing and had the best food of the whole tour. The boat trips out to birding islands were great too, especially the one from the beach when we had to Wade.Show moreTrip date: February 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ASteven· February 17th, 2023Excellent guide. Trip was a good mixture of nature and culture.Show moreTrip date: February 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ARosalind· February 20th, 2023Staying on the boat, it was very peaceful. Good to see the wildlife and fishermen going about their work. Generally just driving through the towns seeing the lifestyle of the people of the area. Also the boat trip Langue de BarberieShow moreTrip date: February 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AVicky· February 21st, 2023Goree, St. Louis, Djoudj bird reserve, Toube Mosque, Wassu Stone Circles, Gambia River cruise (but 2 days too much), Bao Bolong reserve, giant baobab tree, Fadiout IslandShow moreTrip date: February 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AJuliette· February 24th, 2023Visit to slender-billed gull colony in Langue de Barbarie, and visit to isle de Goree.Show moreTrip date: February 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ADavid· March 24th, 2023Djoudi bird reserve..being surrounded by 10 000 pelicans is something I’ll never forget. Also the horse drawn carriage ride through the fisherman’s village in St Louis was mind blowing.Show moreTrip date: March 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AFiona· March 28th, 2023walking in a local market the huge variety of birdlife travelling down the river GambiaShow moreTrip date: March 2023Review collected by Explore!
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Hans
Asked on February 22nd, 2025Will meals be provided during the tour?
Explore!Operator•Written February 2025Meals will be included as specified in the itinerary, with options available for various dietary requirements.
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Michel
Asked on January 7th, 2025How do I secure my place for the tour?
- Explore!Operator•Written January 2025
To secure your spot, please select the 'book now' option available on our website.
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Margit
Asked on December 11th, 2024What should I do if I need assistance during the tour?
- Explore!Operator•Written December 2024
For any support needed during your trip, please refer to your travel guide or let us know through our customer service.
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Romy
Asked on October 12th, 2024Will there be transportation included in the tour?
- Explore!Operator•Written October 2024
Yes, all necessary transportation between destinations will be provided as part of the tour package.
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Jess
Asked on October 11th, 2024Are there any specific health requirements for travel?
- Explore!Operator•Written October 2024
Travelers may need to have certain vaccinations, including yellow fever, before entering specific countries.
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Colette
Asked on July 5th, 2024What are the visa requirements for Senegal and Gambia?
- Explore!Operator•Written July 2024
Visas are not required for UK citizens when entering Senegal or Gambia. However, requirements may vary depending on your nationality.
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Emma
Asked on June 26th, 2024How can I check the availability for a specific date?
- Explore!Operator•Written June 2024
You can verify availability by reaching out to us or checking our website for real-time updates.
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Alicia
Asked on June 8th, 2024does the tour go to or cover Le Monument de la renaissance?
- Explore!Operator•Written June 2024
This trip does not visit Le Monument de la renaissance. Depending on what time you arrive on day 1, you may have time to visit this by yourself. Or alternatively you may chose to visit this on your last day. The tour leader will be happy to assist you in finding your way
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Juan
Asked on February 9th, 2024I am looking for a group tour to include wildlife and especially bird photography, scenery and local people. I have been to Africa on three occasions and enjoyed all three. I understand conditions can be a little difficult at times.
- Explore!Operator•Written February 2024
The total cost based on twin share, is €2770 per person. For a single room, the supplement would be €340
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Juan
Traveler•Written February 2024Could I have the total cost of the group tour please.
- Explore!Operator•Written February 2024
The total trip cost is as follows; Twin share (sharing a room with a person of the same gender) €2770 Single room €3110
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Denise
Asked on January 24th, 2024Can I get my visa upon arrival in Senegal?
- Explore!Operator•Written January 2024
Yes, US citizens can obtain a visa upon arrival in Senegal. It's advisable to check with the embassy for any updates before traveling.
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