STAGE 7.1
23.12 — 03.01
🇬🇲 The Gambia River [UPSTREAM]
Descending the Gambia River: Wildlife, Culture, and Natural Wonders
This stage offers a captivating journey downstream the Gambia River, allowing us to further explore the rich biodiversity and cultural heritage of this West African gem.
11 days
2650 €
Start/Finish Cities and Airports:
🇬🇲 Banjul [BJL]
🇬🇲 Banjul [BJL]
🇬🇲 Banjul [BJL]
Approximate
step by step route:
- Lamin Lodge → Fort St. James, 25 nm
- Fort St. James → Mandoori Creek, 25 nm
- Mandoori Creek → Senegambia Bridge, 25 nm
- Senegambia Bridge → Elephant Island, 15 nm
- Elephant Island → Dankunku Island, 15 nm
- Dankunku Island → Baboon Island, 20 nm
- Baboon Island → Kuntaur, 15 nm
- Kuntaur → River Gambia National Park, 15 nm
- River Gambia National Park → Janjanbureh, 15 nm
difficulty of this stage
is 1 out of 5
This means short passages, comfortable temperatures, no big waves, and no night sailing. Expect calm sailing with opportunities for deep immersion in the region's nature and culture.
COST
- Personal safety equipment (lifejackets, lifelines, PLBs)
- Bed in a twin/double cabin with blankets, pillows, clean linens and towels
- Formalities costs for the boat
- Meals onboard
- Transfers from the airport to the boat and back
- All fuels (diesel for the yacht, gasoline for the dinghy, gas for the stove)
- Marinas and ports fees
TRAVEL STYLE
River exploration with short passages and deep cultural and natural immersion
INCLUDED
- Airplane tickets
- Visas and any personal administrative costs
- Any additional costs outside (restaurants, museums, souvenirs, car rentals etc.)
- Personal insurance
NOT INCLUDED
Please note that the team altogether takes part in grocery shopping and in maintaining the boat clean during the voyage and after it.
ROUTE
HIGHLIGHTS
Lamin Lodge:
Beginning our journey at this atmospheric yacht anchorage
Kunta Kinteh Island (St. James Island):
Visiting a historic fort surrounded by baobabs
Beginning our journey at this atmospheric yacht anchorage
Kunta Kinteh Island (St. James Island):
Visiting a historic fort surrounded by baobabs
Senegambia Bridge:
Passing under the new bridge (on low water only): a unique experience for a yacht our size
Riverside Villages:
Encountering authentic local life
Passing under the new bridge (on low water only): a unique experience for a yacht our size
Riverside Villages:
Encountering authentic local life
River Gambia National Park:
Observing rich flora and fauna
Janjanbureh:
Exploring historical sites and a possible excursion to a chimpanzee rehabilitation centre
Observing rich flora and fauna
Janjanbureh:
Exploring historical sites and a possible excursion to a chimpanzee rehabilitation centre
Experience Details
Wildlife Encounters:
We'll have chances to spot hippos, chimpanzees, baboons, and a vast array of bird species
Ecosystem Diversity:
We'll navigate through various habitats including mangroves, tropical woodlands, and savannas
Cultural Immersion:
We'll visit remote villages, interacting with friendly locals and learning about their way of life
Historical Exploration:
We’ll discover sites dating from prehistoric times to the colonial period
River Navigation:
We’ll experience the challenges and joys of river sailing, including passing under the Senegambia Bridge at low tide
This journey is not just a river cruise, but a deep dive into the heart of Africa, where each day brings new discoveries and impressions. Join us on this remarkable adventure!
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