Private Janjangbureh Overnight Tour

Duration
2 days
Group Size
1 to 8 people
Ages
0 - 100 yrs
Languages
English

Tour Overview

We depart early to explore both sides of the Gambia (north and south),we drive cross to the North Bank to visit the Wassu Stone Circles, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Drive to Kuntaur to board our boat to explore the River Gambia, a 2-3hrs relaxing cruise. Be on the lookout for Hippos, Crocodiles, Baboons, Monkeys, colourful birds and Chimpanzees. We will be cruising around River Gambia National Park (RGNP) before returning back to Kuntaur for our evening drive to Janjangbureh. (Please note; Chimpanzees are kept on islands and visitors are only allowed to sail around the islands) The next morning, we exploring the Island on foot and depart after lunch towards our hotel On the return journey, if it falls on a market day we would stop to visit a ‘Lumo’ (our weekly African open flea market) an opportunity to witness traditional bartering in this unique setting.Proceed to visit one of the local family compounds to learn about the traditional way of life

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Pickup

What's included

Private transportation
Lunch: 2
Dinner
Breakfast
All Fees and Taxes

Itinerary

Day 1: Janjangbureh, Wassu & RGNP
Wassu Stone Circles, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The area (Wassu Stone Circles) is believed to be an ancient ceremonial (burial) mound of Kings and chiefs in ancient times over 1,200 years old and has been dated to be between 750-1000 AD. There are few circles across the Senegambia region. They are similar to and share some aspect of history with other stone circles across Europe and guests will explore the heritage site to learn the theory behind it

Baobolong Annex Camp with en suite facilities. It has A/C & Fans in the rooms from 7pm to 1am from the main supply

Lunch: Set Menu

Dinner: small buffet or set menu

Day 2: Janjangbureh City Tour & Village Visit
After breakfast we will be exploring the island on foot, visiting some historical colonial remains of Janjangbureh town such as the daily market, old colonial structures & warehouses, free tree, governor's office and the Kankurang Centre

Breakfast: Tea/coffee, omelets, breads, butter/yam, and sometimes baked beans depending on the availability

Lunch: Small buffet or set menu

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