Excursion African experience tour at Banjul

Experience the brilliance of West Africa on this full day (8 hours) excursion where African tradition and colonial history meet.

Embark from the pier and board your coach for the short drive to the Banjul Ferry Terminal.

Enjoy a 35-minute ferry crossing that takes you to the north bank of the River Gambia at Barra. Meet the minibus that whisks you to Fort Bullen. Visit this historically significant site established by the British in 1823 for the abolition of the Slave Trade.

Reboard your bus for the 45-minute drive to Jerreh Camp situated in the dense forest of Niumi village. Here in the North Bank Region of the River Gambia's mouth learn about local agriculture as you observe the processing of the palm wine and palm oil. Experience a taste of West Africa as you sample the local specialtly, palm wine. Visit a traditional blacksmith community and see the craftsmen at work. Then, enjoy local entertainment and a buffet lunch of traditional Gambian food before the hour drive back to Barra.

Return to the ferry landing for the hour boat trip back to the pier and your ship.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: River Gambia, Fort Bullen, Jerreh Camp, palm oil and palm wine processing, blacksmith community

Note

Please note: This excursion is not recommended for guests with limited mobility as there is moderate walking along uneven road. Comfortable clothing and shoes, hat/cap, sunscreen, sunglasses, and insect repellant are recommended.