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Lamin Lodge & Creek Cruise Adventure

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4,800GMD

ABOUT Lamin Lodge & Creek Cruise Adventure

Embark on a scenic adventure through the serene waters of Lamin Creek, where you'll cruise past lush mangroves, spot diverse birdlife, and witness local women harvesting oysters. Stop by the biggest tree in the area, a magnificent baobab, before returning to Lamin Lodge for a delicious riverside lunch. A perfect blend of nature, culture, and relaxation in The Gambia!

nature

boat cruise

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Itinerary

Start of the trip

The starting point is at Senegambia.
Pick-up at your location can be arranged for an additional cost.
Accommodation before the tour start can be arranged for an additional cost.

You will visit:

Creek Boat Cruise

Boat Cruise through the Creek

Board a traditional wooden pirogue for a scenic cruise along the Lamin Creek.

Wildlife spotting: Look out for pelicans, herons, kingfishers, ospreys, and other migratory birds.

Pass through lush mangrove forests, home to crabs, fish, and a thriving ecosystem.

Witness local women collecting oysters from the mangrove roots, an essential part of the community’s traditional livelihood

Lunch at Lamin Lodge

Enjoy a delicious Gambian-style lunch

Return to Lamin Lodge for a delicious Gambian-style lunch overlooking the peaceful waters.

Enjoy fresh seafood, grilled chicken, or vegetarian options, paired with refreshing drinks.

Relax in the tranquil lodge setting, where monkeys and birds often make an appearance.

End of tour

Finishing point is at the pick up location, Senegambia.
Accommodation after the tour can be arranged for additional cost.
Drop off at your location can be arranged for additional cost.

RATES

Prices are in GMD (Gambian Dalasi) per person. Please note the minimum number of travellers for the tour. Your departure is 100% guaranteed once the minimum number of travellers book the tour. Rates are per person and might vary depending on the availability, requests for changes and number of travellers. For more information, send an inquiry.
You can also book a private and completely customized tour, where the minimum number of guests is not required. For an exact quotation for the number of travellers, please send an inquiry.

PRICES

Private Tour - departures every week (*min 4 travellers)

4,800GMD

inclusions

What is included

Transport from Senegambia and back
Meals: lunch + 1 soft drink
All entrance fees
All activities
Professional guide
Guide tips
Water

What is excluded

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Costs of Pick-up and Drop-off at your selected location
Breakfast, dinner and snacks
Personal items (souvenirs, additional drinks...)
International flights to and from The Gambia
Travel documentation (permits, visa fees...)
Travel Insurance

Private or Group Tour

You can attend this tour as a closed group or individual.

Customization Option

You can request minor changes. Private tour can be completely customized.

Can start any day

Depending on availability, the tour can start in any day of the week.

Family Friendly

Tour is suitable for families with kids more than 6 years old.

half day trip

This trip starts in the morning and ends in the afternoon.

Activity type: Light

This trip requires light activity.

GALLERY

FAQ

How to get ready for the trip?

Comfortable walking shoes
Sunscreen, sunglasses, and hat
Camera for wildlife photography
Small cash for souvenirs or additional refreshments

Is this trip suitable for families?

This trip is suitable for families with kids older than 6 years.

How demanding is the trip?

The trip is easy. It will include some walking, but there will be no serious activity.

Lazy boat trip with charity note

The River Gambia is offering many different possibilities for locals and visitors of The Gambia. One of those is relaxing on the river, enjoying sunbeams, a tranquil environment, beautiful scenery, wildlife and a lazy boat ride among mangroves.

GET A DEEPER INSIGHT INTO YOUR ADVENTURE

Behind the lens: The River Gambia

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How it works?

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OFFERED BY

ITTOG & NNE

The trip is organised by the Insitute of Travel and Tourism of The Gambia (ITTOG) in collaboration with Ninki Nanka Encounters (NNE).

ITTOG specialises in hands-on training mainly in the Travel and Tourism sectors with special emphasis on travel agency, tour operations, tour guiding, ground operations, events management, entrepreneurship/business skills development, responsible/sustainable tourism, community-based tourism, and general tourism business management.

NNE Foundation is a small, new Gambian charity and UK community interest company (CIC) working towards the responsible development of the Ninki Nanka Trail as a community-based tourist destination.

They work on projects with communities, tourism businesses and local government to develop experiences, products and community-based tourism designed to create inspiring, cultural interaction between travellers and local people and use tourism to create livelihood opportunities for host communities along The River Gambia.

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