Culture, Tradition & Nature Adventure 

5 - Day Gambia: Culture, Tradition & Nature Adventure

Reference Package: P.06

Explore Gambia’s vibrant culture, rich history, and stunning natural beauty in 5 days. From wildlife reserves to traditional villages, this journey offers an authentic and immersive experience in the “Smiling Coast of Africa.” 

Day 1 – Welcome to The Gambia

Upon arrival in Gambia, we will welcome you and transfer you to your accommodation . This will be your first contact with the renowned "Smiling Coast of Africa," a place full of energy and warm smiles that will welcome you to the country. After settling in, you will have time to start soaking up the local atmosphere. If you wish, I will accompany you to exchange money, buy a local SIM card, or even go out for dinner at a nearby restaurant so that your Gambian experience begins in the most comfortable and authentic way possible.

Day 2 – Markets, Crafts, Sacred Crocodiles, Coastal Life & Nature Experience 

Our cultural and coastal tour begins in Bakau with a visit to the sacred Kachikally Crocodile Pool, a spiritual site linked to fertility, healing, and Gambian traditions, where crocodiles live peacefully among visitors.

We then continue to Serrekunda Market, the commercial heart of The Gambia, exploring its busy stalls filled with fruits, spices, fabrics, and local crafts, followed by a brief visit to a batik workshop, where traditional wax-dye textiles are produced.

In the afternoon, the tour moves south to Sanyang Beach, allowing time to relax by the ocean in a natural coastal setting.

The day ends at Tanji Fishing Village, where traditional fishing activities and fish-smoking areas offer an authentic view of Gambian coastal life before returning.

Day 3 – My Farm NGO Volunteer Experience

This day is dedicated to discovering My Farm, a local NGO that promotes education, sustainability, and community development. You’ll tour the gardens where moringa and vegetables are grown with innovative techniques, and visit the workshops where women produce natural soaps, creams, and oils that support their livelihoods.

A highlight is the visit to a local school, where you can interact with children, share games, or help with simple activities — moments that create lasting memories. You’ll also explore the animal farm and learn how small projects build resilience and self-sufficiency. By the end of the day, you will have lived an authentic experience of community empowerment, leaving a positive footprint in The Gambia.

Day 4 – Makasutu Cultural Forest & Galloya Art Village Tour

We begin at the Makasutu Cultural Forest, where nature, wildlife, and tradition coexist in harmony. Depending on the tide, we’ll start with a canoe ride through mangroves or a guided forest walk learning about medicinal plants and traditional environmental uses.
You’ll spot playful baboons, exotic birds, and other free animals. We’ll meet a palm climber who shows how to extract juice to produce palm wine, which you can taste fresh as “jungle juice.” A local palm reader may offer a brief future reading — a fun Gambian tradition.
In the afternoon, we continue to the village of Galloya, an open-air gallery with colorful murals telling stories of daily life and local spirituality. You’ll connect with the artists and feel the creative pulse of authentic Gambia.

Day 5 – Village Life & Cultural Inmersion & Departure Day

This full-day cultural immersion invites travelers to experience the real Gambia through authentic village life and meaningful community interaction. The tour begins with a visit to a local village school, offering insight into education and community values. Guests then join a traditional batik workshop led by local women, creating a handmade fabric piece while supporting women’s livelihoods. A hands-on Tapalapa bread-making session follows, introducing a staple of Gambian daily life. The experience continues at a local family compound with a home cooking activity, attaya tea ceremony, and shared traditional meal. The day concludes with vibrant traditional drumming and dance, celebrating culture, rhythm, and genuine connection.

We will pick you up from your accommodation and transfer you to the airport for your departure in the afternoon.

Highlights

• Warm welcome to The Gambia and transfer to your accommodation

• Bakau – Kachikally Crocodile Pool: sacred crocodiles, cultural rituals, and local folklore

• Serrekunda Market & Batik Workshop: vibrant fabrics, spices, and artisan textiles

• Sanyang Beach & Tanji Fishing Village: pristine coastline, traditional fishing, and local seafood

• My Farm NGO Volunteer Experience: sustainable farming, workshops, animal farm, and school visit

• Makasutu Cultural Forest & Lamin Canoe Ride: mangrove exploration, wildlife, medicinal plants, and women-run oyster farm

• Galloya Art Village: colorful murals, local storytelling, and artistic immersion

• Village Life & Cultural Immersion: Tapalapa bread-making, home-cooked lunch, attaya tea ceremony, drumming, and traditional dance

What You Need to Know

• Duration: 5 full days, including airport transfers and all planned activities

• Price: €315 per person with a minimum booking of 2 people

• Solo traveller price: €345

• Includes: Transportation within The Gambia, ferry trips, entrance fees to parks and cultural sites, local guides, selected activities.  Airport pick-up and drop-off included.

• Not included: Accommodation, meals, personal expenses and travel insurance.

• Vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccine recommended, along with routine vaccinations

• Passport & Visa: Valid passport required; visa may be required depending on nationality—please check with your local embassy
  
  

Ready to discover the rich culture, stunning nature, and warm hospitality of Gambia in 5 unforgettable days?  
For more details, availability, group prices, and preparation tips, please contact me directly through the contact form. I’ll personally help you plan your visit to ensure a smooth and unforgettable trip.