I would like to book this tour for the 9th of August. While reading the brochure it seems that the 10th day we have the hotel booked for the night. I had found a flight that leaves at around 20:00 from Bajul airport on the 10th day but I am wondering if the expectation is that we will be late (and therefore we won't make it for that flight) and that is why we have the hotel booked already for that night. If that is the case it is not a problem as I can book a flight for the day after, I just wanted to know

You are absolutely right in noting that the itinerary includes accommodation on Day 10. Please note that this night is not included in the tour price, as the package covers 9 nights in total. Guests can settle the cost for the additional night directly upon arrival at the hotel. This arrangement is designed to offer a more relaxed and comfortable conclusion to the trip, especially for those with late evening or next-day departures. If your flight is scheduled to depart around 20:00 on Day 10 from Banjul Airport, you should have no issues. The day's activities generally conclude by early afternoon, providing sufficient time for your transfer to the airport.

Is the price $1891 including hotel and lodge?

Is it a fix group or need to combine with different people in different places. I am in Amboseli now, my tour was spilt into small programs, and I need to join with different group during the tour. I don't like it. And want to have a fix group. If I want a single room, how much cost in total? I am planning a trip in March 2024.

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Fajara
Fajara
Start point
Banjul, Gambia (Accommodation )
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Sailors Restaurant at 1:00 PM)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Badala Hotel or similar )
Included Activities
- Bird tour at Kotu Bridge and Rice Fields
- One-hour boat ride to Fajara Golf Course for bird watching
Landmarks
Kotu Bridge
Fajara Golf Course
Day 2
Kotu to Tendaba
Kotu to Tendaba
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Local cuisine lunch at Raptor Bridge in Bajagar), Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Tendaba Hotel or similar )
Included Activities
- Bird viewing and photography at Mandinaba
- Birdwatching at Farasutu Forest and Cashew Orchard
- Bird viewing at Bulock Rice Field
- Local cuisine lunch at Raptor Bridge in Bajagar
- Evening bird safari at King West National Park
Landmarks
Mandinaba
Farasutu Forest
Bulock Rice Field
Raptor Bridge
King West National Park
Day 3
Tendaba to Georgetown
Tendaba to Georgetown
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Lodge (Bintou’s Lodge or similar )
Included Activities
- Birdwatching at Kaur wetlands
- Bird viewing at Panchang Swamps
- Birdwatching at Wassu Sandpit
- Boat ride to Kuntaurr to see hippos and chimps
- Ferry crossing to Georgetown Island
Landmarks
Kaur wetlands
Panchang Swamps
Wassu Sandpit
Kuntaurr
Georgetown Island
Day 4
Georgetown to Wassadou
Georgetown to Wassadou
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (wassadou Camp or similar )
Included Activities
- Birdwatching at Bansang Quarry
- City tour at base location
- Border crossing to Senegal
Landmarks
Bansang Quarry
Day 5
Wassadou
Wassadou
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Camping (wassadou Camp or similar )
Included Activities
- Morning birdwatching at Goulombou near Niokolo Koba National Park
- Second boat trip on Gambia River
Landmarks
Goulombou
Niokolo Koba National Park
Gambia River
Day 6
Wassadou
Wassadou
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Camping (wassadou Camp or similar )
Included Activities
- Birdwatching at vulture drinking pool
- Birding on route with comfort stops
- Bird viewing at hotel grounds and nearby forest
Landmarks
Wassadow
Day 7
Wassadow to Kunkiling Forest Park
Wassadow to Kunkiling Forest Park
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (Baobolong camp or similar )
Included Activities
- Birdwatching at Kunkiling Forest Park
Landmarks
Kunkiling Forest Park
Janjangbureh
River Gambia
Day 8
Kunkiling Forest Park to Tendaba
Kunkiling Forest Park to Tendaba
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Tendaba Hotel or similar )
Included Activities
- Birdwatching in savanna woodland forest, farmlands, and riverine wetlands
- Boat trip on River Gambia to Georgetown Island
- Birdwatching at multiple stops on south bank of River Gambia
Landmarks
Tendaba
Georgetown Island
Savannah Woodland
Brikamaba cemetery
Madinaumfally Ricefields
Day 9
Tendaba to Bakotu Coast
Tendaba to Bakotu Coast
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at eco-lodge), Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Bakotu hotel or similar )
Included Activities
- River cruise to the coast
- Birdwatching at Raptor Bridge
- Lunch at eco-lodge
- Birdwatching in coast region
Landmarks
Raptor Bridge
Bakotu Coast
Day 10
Bakotu to Abucko Nature Reserve
Bakotu to Abucko Nature Reserve
End point
Banjul, Gambia (Accommodation point)
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Marrakiss River Camp), Dinner
Included Activities
- Birdwatching at Abucko Nature Reserve
- Birdwatching at Marakissia Woods
- Lunch at Marrakiss River Camp
- Birdwatching at Sifoe Forest
Landmarks
Abucko Nature Reserve
Marakissia Woods
Sifoe Forest

Landmarks
Kotu Bridge
Fajara Golf Course

Landmarks
Mandinaba
Farasutu Forest
Bulock Rice Field
Raptor Bridge
King West National Park

Landmarks
Kaur wetlands
Panchang Swamps
Wassu Sandpit
Kuntaurr
Georgetown Island

Landmarks
Bansang Quarry

Landmarks
Goulombou
Niokolo Koba National Park
Gambia River

Landmarks
Wassadow

Landmarks
Kunkiling Forest Park
Janjangbureh
River Gambia

Landmarks
Tendaba
Georgetown Island
Savannah Woodland
Brikamaba cemetery
Madinaumfally Ricefields

Landmarks
Raptor Bridge
Bakotu Coast

Landmarks
Abucko Nature Reserve
Marakissia Woods
Sifoe Forest

Guide
Meals
Transport

What's Not Included

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Where You'll Stay

Badala Hotel or similar
Hotel 4*
day 1
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Tendaba Hotel or similar
Hotel 4*
Days 2, 8
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Bintou’s Lodge or similar
Lodge
day 3
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wassadou Camp or similar
Camping
Days 4, 5, 6
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Baobolong camp or similar
Camping
day 7
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Bakotu hotel or similar
Hotel 4*
day 9
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Overall rating based on 1 Reviews

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Transport
1.0
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Accommodation
3.0
Food
3.0
Tour Operator
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Piet4.0•January 2026
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Review of my trip through Gambia and Senegal from December 23, 2025 to January 01, 2026 I was picked up on time by...
Review of my trip through Gambia and Senegal from December 23, 2025 to January 01, 2026 I was picked up on time by guide and driver Mr. Ansu Jawara who accompanied me excellently throughout the 10-day trip. He was a very enthusiastic birdwatcher and because of his knowledge he was called '"Professor" by colleagues. He was happy to have me as a photographer because he was in the process of setting up a Website and many fine photos I took he may use for this. Where internet was not available I was able to share my phone with him. I had not managed to activate the E-sim of TourRadar. The accommodations were adequate by African standards, except for the two nights in Senegal where the accommodations looked neglected and electricity was not always available. Not even a chair was available in the cabin. The food was good there, by the way, as well as at other locations. Twice the guide himself had arranged a picnic lunch and it tasted excellent. He also always had plenty of bottles of water in the car. The excursions were of a high standard where the guide managed to find many interesting local places. One serious drawback was the quality of the approx 25 year old Peugeot 206. It showed serious starting problems where the car had to be pushed five times with assistance. Along the way a shock absorber was rattled loose after which the car made an uncontrolled movement. After repairs we were able to continue. On the last day the alternator was replaced, but it did not work so we ended up with a dead battery. After contacting the office, the car was exchanged by a Mercedes so that I was dropped off at Banjul airport on time. Unfortunately, due to weather conditions there, the flight to Schiphol was cancelled and we were put up in Hotel Relax. With luck, I was able to fly back to Schiphol the next day. All's well that ends well of this fantastic trip. Kind regards, Piet KramerShow more
Traveled in December 2025
Reply from: Across Africa Tours & Travel
Dear Mr. Kramer, Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a detailed review of your recent trip through Gambia and Senegal. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the excursions, the local experiences, and the hospitality of our guide and driver, Mr. Ansu Jawara. He is indeed passionate about birdwatching and photography, and we’re glad his enthusiasm added value to your journey. We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding the accommodations in Senegal and the challenges with the Peugeot 206. Please accept our apologies for the inconvenience caused by the vehicle issues. We are reviewing our fleet management procedures to ensure future trips run even more smoothly. It is wonderful to know that despite these challenges, you were able to enjoy the local cuisine, picnic lunches, and your overall travel experience. Your kind acknowledgment of Mr. Ansu’s efforts, as well as the resolution we provided at the end of your trip, is greatly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure in the future, and we hope to make it an even more seamless and enjoyable experience.
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Nicholas
Asked on June 26th, 2025
I would like to book this tour for the 9th of August. While reading the brochure it seems that the 10th day we have the hotel booked for the night. I had found a flight that leaves at around 20:00 from Bajul airport on the 10th day but I am wondering if the expectation is that we will be late (and therefore we won't make it for that flight) and that is why we have the hotel booked already for that night. If that is the case it is not a problem as I can book a flight for the day after, I just wanted to know
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- Across Africa Tours & TravelOperator•Written June 2025
  You are absolutely right in noting that the itinerary includes accommodation on Day 10. Please note that this night is not included in the tour price, as the package covers 9 nights in total. Guests can settle the cost for the additional night directly upon arrival at the hotel. This arrangement is designed to offer a more relaxed and comfortable conclusion to the trip, especially for those with late evening or next-day departures. If your flight is scheduled to depart around 20:00 on Day 10 from Banjul Airport, you should have no issues. The day's activities generally conclude by early afternoon, providing sufficient time for your transfer to the airport.
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  Nicholas
  Traveler•Written July 2025
  After looking at this for a while we decided not to do the trip because of the season but were thinking of doing this probably around December - January time if the tour is still going to be available.
- Across Africa Tours & TravelOperator•Written July 2025
  The Gambia Birding Safari (10 Days/9 Nights - Comfort option) is typically available during the December to January period, which is actually one of the best times for birdwatching in the region due to the abundance of both resident and migratory species. I'd be happy to hold a provisional spot or send you updated availability and rates for your preferred dates as we get closer.
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Joseph
Asked on September 28th, 2023
Is the price $1891 including hotel and lodge?
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  Joseph
  Traveler•Written September 2023
  Is it a fix group or need to combine with different people in different places. I am in Amboseli now, my tour was spilt into small programs, and I need to join with different group during the tour. I don't like it. And want to have a fix group. If I want a single room, how much cost in total? I am planning a trip in March 2024.
- Across Africa Tours & TravelOperator•Written October 2023
  The tour is a group tour with a maximum of 8 persons per group. However if we do not meet the minimum number to depart the tour (Which is two) the tour is operated privately at an extra cost. Single supplement for this tour is $310 to cater for you own private single room, total comes to Us $2201.

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