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
TRAVEL STYLE
River exploration with short passages and deep cultural and natural immersion
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.
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ROUTE
HIGHLIGHTS
The heart of the archipelago where granite peaks rise dramatically from the sea. Small villages with red fishing huts on stilts dot the coastline, while hiking trails lead to panoramic viewpoints.
The southernmost island of Lofoten, accessible only by sea. Home to one of Norway's largest colonies of sea birds and traditional fishing culture untouched by mass tourism.
Central Lofoten
Røst
A narrow 2km long fjord surrounded by peaks rising up to 1100 meters. The entrance is only 100 meters wide, making navigation here a remarkable experience.
The capital of Lofoten combines working fishing port with modern amenities. Its harbor is home to both traditional fishing boats and modern vessels, while the town offers insights into contemporary Norwegian coastal life.
Trollfjord
Svolvaer
A narrow 2km long fjord surrounded by peaks rising up to 1100 meters. The entrance is only 100 meters wide, making navigation here a remarkable experience.
The capital of Lofoten combines working fishing port with modern amenities. Its harbor is home to both traditional fishing boats and modern vessels, while the town offers insights into contemporary Norwegian coastal life.
Trollfjord
Svolvaer
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
START YOUR EXPLORATION
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