Embark on an overnight adventure in Janjangbureh, Gambia, exploring UNESCO World Heritage sites and encountering wildlife such as hippos, crocodiles, and chimpanzees.
Embark on an overnight adventure in Janjangbureh, Gambia, exploring UNESCO World Heritage sites and encountering wildlife such as hippos, crocodiles, and chimpanzees.
Janjangbureh, Wassu & RGNP
Stone Circles of Senegambia - The Wassu Stone Circles, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, are believed to be ancient ceremonial burial mounds for kings and chiefs from over 1,200 years ago, dating back to between 750-1000 AD. These circles are scattered across the Senegambia region and share historical…
Janjangbureh, Wassu & RGNP
Stone Circles of Senegambia - The Wassu Stone Circles, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, are believed to be ancient ceremonial burial mounds for kings and chiefs from over 1,200 years ago, dating back to between 750-1000 AD. These circles are scattered across the Senegambia region and share historical similarities with other stone circles in Europe. Visitors can explore this heritage site to uncover the theories surrounding its origins.
River Gambia National Park - Embark on a local river craft to explore the River Gambia, enjoying a 2-3 hour relaxing cruise past lush forest islands. Keep an eye out for hippos, crocodiles, baboons, monkeys, colorful birds, and chimpanzees. The cruise around River Gambia National Park (RGNP) is a must-see experience in the Gambia. A guided tour through the park offers a chance to spot rare chimpanzees and gain insights into the park’s management before returning to Kuntaur for an evening drive to Janjangbureh. (Please note: Chimpanzees are kept on islands, and visitors are only permitted to sail around them.)
Janjangbureh City Tour & Village Visit
- Private transportation
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- All Fees and Taxes
- Private transportation
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- All Fees and Taxes
The journey begins early with an exploration of both the north and south sides of the Gambia. The trip includes a drive across to the North Bank to visit the Wassu Stone Circles, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. From there, the journey continues to Kuntaur, where a boat is boarded for a relaxing 2-3 hour cruise along the River Gambia. During…
The journey begins early with an exploration of both the north and south sides of the Gambia. The trip includes a drive across to the North Bank to visit the Wassu Stone Circles, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. From there, the journey continues to Kuntaur, where a boat is boarded for a relaxing 2-3 hour cruise along the River Gambia. During the cruise, keep an eye out for hippos, crocodiles, baboons, monkeys, colorful birds, and chimpanzees.
The cruise will circle around the River Gambia National Park (RGNP) before returning to Kuntaur for an evening drive to Janjangbureh. (Please note: Chimpanzees are kept on islands, and visitors are only permitted to sail around these islands.)
The following morning, the island is explored on foot, with departure scheduled after lunch towards the hotel.
On the return journey, if it coincides with a market day, there will be a stop to visit a ‘Lumo’ (a weekly African open flea market), offering a chance to observe traditional bartering in this unique environment. The trip will also include a visit to a local family compound to learn about traditional ways of life.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
