Bird Photography Tour in Gambia 8 Days.
Discover a birdwatcher's paradise on this unique 8-day birdwatching tour in Gambia. From mangroves and wetlands to bird-rich forests and observatories, this trip offers an unparalleled opportunity to spot and photograph the most special bird species in their natural habitat. Enjoy this fully catered trip and stay in charming lodges.
Bird Photography Tour in Gambia - 8 Days / 7 nights Full Board - 850 euros pp. from 2 persons.
- 1050 euros for 1 person.
Photograph the Beauty of Wild Nature.
Tour 2.
On this tour, we visit different habitats and lodges compared to Tour 1. We never stay more than two days at the same lodge, in order to maximize opportunities for spotting and photographing a wide variety of bird species.
Both tours offer excellent and unique opportunities to explore the rich diversity of habitats in The Gambia, combined with stays in atmospheric and characterful lodges. From vast marshy wetlands to scenic riverbanks, from mangrove forests to open savannahs , each location reveals a different facet of the landscape. Although the regions differ geographically, there is considerable overlap in the bird species you’ll encounter. Yet each habitat hosts its own distinctive species and character, and the changing environments constantly provide new settings and fresh photographic opportunities. You'll have the chance to capture both familiar and new bird species in a variety of ways. Each lodge is strategically located within a specific ecosystem and serves as the perfect base for exciting explorations. For bird enthusiasts and photographers alike, this is a unique way to experience The Gambia’s rich birdlife from multiple perspectives and under ever changing conditions.
Itinerary for this tour.
Day 1: Arrival and Exploration of Tanbi Wetlands
Your birding tour begins upon arrival at Banjul Airport. You will travel to the charming Mandinari River Lodge, set in beautiful surroundings. There we will explore the Tanbi Wetlands and the lush garden of the lodge, where you can spot and photograph colorful birds in a serene, natural oasis, or if you prefer you can immediately visit the specially designed bird photography hide.
Day 2: Walk and Bird of Prey Spotting
The morning starts with a walk through the mangroves, rice fields and wetlands of Mandinari, a perfect place for bird lovers. In the afternoon we will visit a hotspot rich in birds of prey, where you will have unique opportunities to take impressive photos of these majestic birds. Or do you wish to stay in the photo hide and skip a walk? The choice is yours.
Day 3: Travel to Tendaba Camp and Birdwatching
After a delicious breakfast we depart inland to Tendaba Camp, 142 km away. Along the way we stop at various bird-rich hotspots, including the famous Farasutu forest. After arriving in Tendaba we visit one of the birdwatching hides in the area.
Day 4: Boat trip and Kwinella Bushtrack
We start the day with a beautiful boat trip through the mangroves along the Gambia River. This trip offers fantastic opportunities to observe and photograph water birds in their natural habitat. In the afternoon we explore the Kwinella bushtrack, where we enjoy the varied landscape and the local bird species.
Day 5: Travel to Marakissa and Killy Birdwatching Hut
After breakfast, we start our journey to Marakissa, 131 km away. One of the highlights of the day is a visit to the Killy Birdwatching Hut, where we can photograph various bird species. After lunch and a short break, we take a walk around the area surrounding the camp, ideal for photographing birds and other wildlife.
Day 6: Marakissa Wetlands and Birdwatching Paradise
The morning is dedicated to an excursion to the Marakissa Wetlands, where we explore the rich flora and fauna. Around noon, we return to the camp, which is famous for its breathtaking garden specially designed for birds. This is a paradise for bird photographers, with plenty of opportunities for beautiful shots.
Day 7: Gunjur, Tanji Fish Market and Tanema Creek Lodge
After breakfast, we depart for Gunjur and visit the famous Tanji Fish Market. This is not only a chance to experience the local culture, but also to photograph the birds that are around the fish market. After lunch we drive to Tanema Creek Lodge, where we take a final nature walk in the area surrounding the lodge.
Day 8: Kotu Bridge and Lamin Rice Fields
Depending on flight times we will visit Kotu Bridge and the surrounding nature, where we will have the chance to capture some more birds. If time permits we will make a final excursion to the Lamin Rice Fields, perfect for some last birding before we take you to the airport for your return flight.
