Full-Day Southern Gambia Birding and Photography Tour with Yanks Manneh
A private 07:30-16:00 birding and photography day from Kotu toward selected riverine, forest, wetland, rice-field and open-country sites.
About this tour
Spend a full private birding day exploring selected sites south and inland from the coastal area with Yanks Manneh. The programme runs from 07:30 to 16:00, starting from Kotu or another agreed coastal pickup point.
Possible route: Marakissa River Camp, Mandinaba, Farasuto Forest, Bonto and Pirang Forest. The final combination is adjusted to recent sightings, road conditions, guest targets and photography priorities.
Included in the EUR 45 per-person price: the guide, local transport, entrance tickets, drinking water and a sandwich lunch. The private service is available for individuals, couples and groups of up to 15 people.
Compare this full-day option with other Gambia birdwatching tours.
Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to The Gambia.
Itinerary ▼
Depart from the coastal area and combine selected river camp, forest, wetland, rice-field and inland sites. The sequence is adjusted to current sightings and travel conditions.
Locations & map
- Kotu Bridge - Greater Banjul Area Gambia (Starting point for a private full-day route.)
- Marakissa River Camp - West Coast Region Gambia (River, woodland, farmland and wetland-edge habitats.)
- Mandinaba - West Coast Region Gambia (Inland village, farmland and wetland habitats.)
- Farasuto Forest - West Coast Region Gambia (Community forest and woodland birding.)
- Bonto and Pirang - West Coast Region Gambia (Forest, rice fields, ponds and open wetland habitats.)
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: Dates and route confirmed after inquiry
Included
- Private local bird guide - Birdwatching and photography guidance
- Local transport - Included in the per-person price
- Nature-area entrance tickets - Included in the per-person price
- Drinking water - Included
- Sandwich lunch - Included
Not included
- Personal equipment and insurance - Bring binoculars/camera and suitable protection
Transport & stays
- Private road transport A vehicle is used to connect the selected full-day sites. | Meet: Kotu Bridge or agreed pickup point | Pickup: Coastal-area pickup by agreement
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Can the trip focus on photography?
Yes. Yanks offers birdwatching and photography guiding, and the pace can be adjusted for observation and image opportunities.
Are the routes fixed?
The listed sites are representative options. The final route depends on current bird activity, season, road conditions and the agreed trip length.
What group sizes can be arranged?
Private guiding is available for individuals, couples and groups of up to 15 people.