Signature journey · West Africa
The Gambia & Senegal: West Africa’s ultimate expedition
15 days of tailor-made comfort, a chimpanzee expedition deep in the Gambia River forest and exceptional wildlife encounters—all guided by local experts.
- Duration
- 15 days
- The Gambia & Senegal
- 2 countries
- Local concierge
- Private
- All transfers included
- From Banjul
Unreasonable hospitality
You travel. We think ahead.
West Africa is vibrant, welcoming and sometimes unpredictable. That is why we offer a complete experience, not just a list of bookings—with people on the ground who know the country.
A personal concierge
One dedicated guide looks after you on the ground—from airport arrival to departure, available around the clock.
Hand-picked stays
From a beach hotel to a riverside lodge on the Gambia River, every stay has been personally vetted.
Nothing left to organise
Border crossings, restaurant reservations and excursions—we take care of the details.
Days 3–4 · Upcountry Expedition
Chimpanzees & hippos in the heart of the forest
Far from the coast, the Gambia River becomes a green wilderness. From Kuntaur, we travel by boat into the inner delta—where chimpanzees live in the treetops and hippos surface alongside the boat. A true chimpanzee expedition.
Wild chimpanzees, seen from the river.
Hippos, just metres away
An untouched river delta
- Wassu Stone Circles
- UNESCO World Heritage site, more than 1,000 years old
- Farafenni Market
- A vivid window into everyday West African market life
- Georgetown
- Historic river island and the Slave Tree
- A night by the river
- Fall asleep to the sounds of the forest
Signature itinerary
15 days, step by step
Day 1VIP arrival in Banjul
A private airport transfer at any arrival time and a seamless hotel check-in. Your concierge will be there to welcome you.
Day 2Arrive and unwind
A relaxed Atlantic beach day—the perfect time to let the journey begin.
Day 3Journey highlightUpcountry Expedition I: chimpanzees
The journey’s highlight begins: two days deep in the interior, where the Gambia River winds through dense forest.
- Early departure and ferry crossing at the mouth of the Great Gambia River
- See peanut farmers at work as you travel through the rural interior
- Explore Farafenni’s lively market and meet local traders
- Visit the historic Wassu Stone Circles, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Lunch beside the Gambia River
- The afternoon highlight: a riverboat cruise from Kuntaur into the inner delta, with pristine nature, chimpanzees and hippos close by
- Spend the night beside the river
Day 4Journey highlightUpcountry Expedition II: Georgetown and village life
The second expedition day brings you close to the history and everyday life of the country’s interior.
- Explore Georgetown (Janjanbureh), the historic river island
- Visit the Slave Tree
- Meet people in traditional Gambian villages and learn about daily life
- Enjoy a relaxed return journey with lunch by the river
Days 5–8Relax beneath the palms
Hand-picked days by the beach, with special restaurant reservations arranged throughout your stay.
Day 9Senegal: Fathala and the Lion Walk
Cross into Senegal for a day in Fathala Wildlife Reserve, including its renowned Lion Walk.
Days 10–14Beaches, markets and culture
Unhurried beach days, local markets and carefully chosen cultural experiences along the Smiling Coast.
Day 15Departure
A private transfer to Banjul Airport, with memories to last long after you return.
Included
The all-taken-care-of journey
One point of contact, one clear price, no hidden extras.
Private support throughout your stay
All accommodation, from mid-range to luxury
Guided excursions and national parks
All transfers and logistics
Your travel enquiry
Your expedition starts here.
Tell us when you would like to travel and who is coming with you. Benjamin will personally plan your route and send a no-obligation proposal with transparent pricing.
- A reply within 24 hours
- A route tailored to you
- One personal contact from start to finish