Intrepid Travel
Senegal & The Gambia Adventure
Senegal & The Gambia Adventure
Explore Senegal and The Gambia on this 12-day journey, where adventure and relaxation seamlessly blend. Discover the rich biodiversity and birdlife of Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary and explore the wetlands of Abuko Nature Reserve. Immerse yourself in the jazz culture of St. Louis and unwind on Cap Skirring’s golden beaches. Get to know the two countries deeper by learning about the history of the slave trade on Goree Island and engaging with the Jola people in Djenbereng. This is a trip that will open your eyes to the natural beauty and cultural richness of West Africa.
Activities
- Dakar – Afternoon City Tour
- Dakar – Goree Island Tour
- Dakar – Morning Market Tour
- Pink Lake – Walk & Swim
- Parc National des Oiseaux du Djoudj – Pirogue Safari
- Touba – Touba Mosque
- Djenbereng – Village Visit
- Banjule – Abuko Nature Reserve
- Banjul – Albert Market
- Jeffureh village & Kunta Kinteh Island – Guided Tour
Highlights
- Explore Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary – one of the world’s most important bird-watching spots. Travel by pirogue through wetlands teeming with over 250 bird species, including flamingos and pelicans, and observe the diverse wildlife.
- Experience Saint Louis’ jazz culture, where the rhythms and melodies of this UNESCO-listed city resonate through its lively streets and music venues.
- Walk through Abuko Nature Reserve and look out for the variety of wildlife that lives here, including Nile crocodiles and exotic birds, as well as its diverse vegetation.
- Unwind on the golden, palm-fringed beaches of Cap Skirring while experiencing the vibrant local life of the Casamance region.
- Visit the village of Djenbereng to learn about the Jola people’s rich culture and traditions. Gain insights into their communal rice farming, sacred forests and cultural practices, deepening your understanding of this community.
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Dakar, (dä-kär´) largest city (1988 pop. 1,447,642) and capital of Senegal, on Cape Verde Peninsula, on the Atlantic Ocean. It is an economic center for a market-gardening region, and its expanding industries produce food products, fertilizers, cement, and textiles. The city is the busiest port in W Africa, also serving Mali and Mauritania, and is linked by rail and air with other Senegalese cities. Dakar became the capital of French West Africa in 1902 and was occupied by U.S. forces in World War II. The modern city is an educational and cultural center. |
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Dakar, (dä-kär´) largest city (1988 pop. 1,447,642) and capital of Senegal, on Cape Verde Peninsula, on the Atlantic Ocean. It is an economic center for a market-gardening region, and its expanding industries produce food products, fertilizers, cement, and textiles. The city is the busiest port in W Africa, also serving Mali and Mauritania, and is linked by rail and air with other Senegalese cities. Dakar became the capital of French West Africa in 1902 and was occupied by U.S. forces in World War II. The modern city is an educational and cultural center. |
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With an average afternoon temperature of 100F, it is hot with heavy salt air. It is known for its export of sea salt and groundnut. |
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Located on an island in the Gambia River where it flows in to the Atlantic Ocean, Banjul is the country'a capital and largest city. It was founded by the British in 1816 as a trading post. |
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Located on an island in the Gambia River where it flows in to the Atlantic Ocean, Banjul is the country'a capital and largest city. It was founded by the British in 1816 as a trading post. |
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04/19/25 - 04/30/25 |
Starting At $3,236 |
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10/18/25 - 10/29/25 |
Starting At $3,705 |
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11/22/25 - 12/03/25 |
Starting At $3,595 |
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12/06/25 - 12/17/25 |
Starting At $3,705 |
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03/07/26 - 12/05/26 |
Starting At $3,775 |
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