We depart early around 06.00hrs and head to Banjul for our ferry crossing to Barra. We will be welcomed into the Fathala Nature Reserve currently 2000 acres of a natural environment which many African Wildlife have now made their home. On our 4 X 4 vehicle, we will be able to follow the animal tracks through the wilderness in search of some of the species that roam the area.
In just 1 - 2hrs, it is possible to spot Giraffes, Rhinos, Giant Elands, Zebras , Antelopes, Warthogs, Buffaloes to mention only a few – How lucky you might be?
Don’t forget your cameras – this may be your only chance to take some amazing pictures!
Lunch in the wild and drinks are available to buy during the day at the park.
An optional Lion Walk of about 30mins if available for those who dare to take part (paid locally).
Please bring along your passport and acquire your visa(s) if you required one plus yellow fever certificate.
The ferry schedule and condition is beyond my control as it is a public ferry
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Private transportation
✔ Ferry crossings and border formalities
✔ Lunch
✔ All fees and/or taxes
✖ Optional Lion Walk of €40
✖ Entry clearance / visa fees
Pickup Locations
1. Seaview Gardens Hotel
2. Banjul Port
3. Kololi Beach Resort
4. Senegambia Beach Hotel
5. Paradise Suites Hotel
6. Yundum Intl Airport
7. The Kairaba Beach Hotel
8. Holiday Beach Club Hotel
9. Coastal Apartments
10. Sunu Hotel
11. Balafon Beach Resort
12. Mansea Beach Hotel
13. Djeliba Resort
Additional Info: Guests will be pick up from their hotel lobby or the main entrance or any pick up location agreed by both parties
Itinerary
1
Banjul
Our first experience will be the use of the main public ferry from Banjul to Barra.
Please note; the timing and condition is really beyond my control as it is public ferry
Duration: 1.5 hours
2
Karang
We will then across the border in to Senegal after 30 minutes from the crossing the ferry to Barra.
Please bring your passport along and if you require a visa please get one before travelling to the Gambia (Multi entry for the Gambia and single entry in the into Senegal). In addition, they always ask for yellow fever certificate at the border please acquire one before coming.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Fathala Wildlife Reserve
Upen arrival in Senegal we will be introduced to our Ranger as we will welcomed into the Fathala nature reserve currently 2000 acres of a natural environment which many African Wildlife have now roam. We will be able to follow the animal tracks through the wilderness to spot some of the species that roam the area.
In just 2 - 3hrs it is possible to spot Giraffes, Rhino, Giant Elands, Zebras , Antelopes, Buffalos, Warthogs, Monkeys, some exotics bird species to mention only a few – How lucky you might be?
Duration: 2 hours
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
