5 Day Gambia birdwatching Tour
Experience the highlights of West Africa’s birdlife with a 5-day Gambia birdwatching tour – perfect for nature enthusiasts and avid birders.
About this tour
This 5-day introduction to Gambian birding is perfect for those with limited time who want to experience the highlights of West African birdlife. We’ll visit the most accessible and productive birding sites around the coastal area, ensuring you see a diverse range of species from forest to wetland habitats.
With comfortable accommodations and a relaxed pace, this tour is ideal for beginners or those who prefer a gentler introduction to Gambian birding. Expect to see 120-150 species including several West African endemics and regional specialties.
With comfortable accommodations and a relaxed pace, this tour is ideal for beginners or those who prefer a gentler introduction to Gambian birding. Expect to see 120-150 species including several West African endemics and regional specialties.
Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to The Gambia.
Birds you can spot
African Fish Eagle
Haliaeetus vocifer
target
Haliaeetus vocifer
target
Black-headed Heron
Ardea melanocephala
target
Ardea melanocephala
target
Goliath Heron
Ardea goliath
target
Ardea goliath
target
Little Bee-eater
Merops pusillus
target
Merops pusillus
target
Malachite Kingfisher
Corythornis cristatus
target
Corythornis cristatus
target
Palm-nut Vulture
Gypohierax angolensis
target
Gypohierax angolensis
target
Pied Kingfisher
Ceryle rudis
target
Ceryle rudis
target
Western Bluebill
Spermophaga haematina
target
Spermophaga haematina
target
Yellow-billed Kite
Milvus aegyptius
target
Milvus aegyptius
target
Itinerary
Day 1
Kololi pools to:- your hotel garden Lemon Creek Hotel.
Your adventure begins with a warm airport pickup and hotel check-in. In the evening, enjoy a relaxing birding session at Kololi Pools, where you can spot Pied Kingfisher, Black-headed Heron, Little Bee-eater, and more.
Airport pickup
Hotel check-in
Evening birding at Kololi Pools
Airport pickup
Hotel check-in
Evening birding at Kololi Pools
Target birds (Day 1):
Day 2
Abuko Nature Reserve
Abuko Nature Reserve
Spend half a day around Abuko Rice fields at Tambi wetlands and the rest of the day at Brufut community forest. It is going to be half a day at Abuko.
Half day at Abuko
Forest and gallery forest birding
Nature education center visit
Spend half a day around Abuko Rice fields at Tambi wetlands and the rest of the day at Brufut community forest. It is going to be half a day at Abuko.
Half day at Abuko
Forest and gallery forest birding
Nature education center visit
Target birds (Day 2):
Day 3
Kotu Bridge & Fajara
Start the day with early morning birding at Kotu Bridge, then explore Fajara Golf Course and the coastal areas. Keep an eye out for Pied Kingfisher, Palm-nut Vulture, Yellow-billed Kite, and other coastal species.
Early morning at Kotu Bridge
Fajara Golf Course
Coastal birding
Target Birds:
Pied Kingfisher, Palm-nut Vulture, Yellow-billed Kite
Early morning at Kotu Bridge
Fajara Golf Course
Coastal birding
Target Birds:
Pied Kingfisher, Palm-nut Vulture, Yellow-billed Kite
Target birds (Day 3):
Day 4
Lamin Lodge & Mangroves
Lamin Lodge & Mangroves
Day 5 wrap up your trip with a final morning birding session at Kamalo conner and Bund.
Boat trip on River Gambia
Mangrove exploration
Traditional lunch
Target Birds:
African Fish Eagle, Goliath Heron, Malachite Kingfisher
Day 5 wrap up your trip with a final morning birding session at Kamalo conner and Bund.
Boat trip on River Gambia
Mangrove exploration
Traditional lunch
Target Birds:
African Fish Eagle, Goliath Heron, Malachite Kingfisher
Target birds (Day 4):
Day 5
Day 5 wrap up your trip
Day 5 wrap up your trip
Wrap up your trip with a final morning birding session, enjoy some last-minute shopping, and transfer to the airport. Keep an eye out for any species you may have missed earlier in the tour.
Morning birding session
Last-minute shopping
Airport transfer
Target Birds:
Pied Kingfisher, Black-headed Heron, Little Bee-eater
Wrap up your trip with a final morning birding session, enjoy some last-minute shopping, and transfer to the airport. Keep an eye out for any species you may have missed earlier in the tour.
Morning birding session
Last-minute shopping
Airport transfer
Target Birds:
Pied Kingfisher, Black-headed Heron, Little Bee-eater
Target birds (Day 5):
Locations & map
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: Nov - April
Package
Amount
Terms
1 to 10 pax
EUR 450 / person
Single traveler supplement: EUR 750
1 to 3 pax
EUR 550 / person
Single traveler supplement: EUR 750
Included
- Experienced local guide (Karanta Camara)
- Airport transfers
- Transportation throughout the tour
- Accommodation (4 nights)
- All meals as specified
- Park entrance fees
- Bird checklist and field guide
Send inquiry
Ask about this tour before booking. Your preferred date is optional and availability will be confirmed after your inquiry.