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Gambia/Senegal

A West Africa Voyage: Wildlife, National Parks & Human History

Program No. 25256RJ
Set sail on the M/Y Harmony V for a voyage along the Gambia River to discover the ecosystems, national parks and villages of West Africa.

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Program
At a Glance
Duration
11 days
Program Begins
Dakar
Program Concludes
Dakar
Meals
26 ( 9B, 8L, 9D )
Activity Level
From the coast of Senegal to the winding Gambia River, set sail to explore a sampling of the national parks, ecosystems and local life of western Africa. Your voyage begins in the vibrant city of Dakar, where you’ll experience Senegal’s capital firsthand before boarding your vessel. From there, sail south along the coastline with daily stops to delve into history and daily life, including visits to villages and the peaceful Bakau Botanical Gardens. Follow the Gambia River east to Kiang West National Park and Gambia National Park, where you’ll have regular opportunities to view astounding wildlife. Stop at Kunta Kinteh Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn about its role in the transatlantic slave trade. Your voyage circles back to Dakar, where you’ll have the chance to visit Lac Rose, a lake famous for its pink color caused by algae, before your journey concludes.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Experience multiple outstanding wildlife viewings as you journey up the Gambia River.
  • Explore the stone circles of Wassu, a megalithic site believed to be a burial ground that is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Spend two nights in Dakar, Senegal’s capital city, and explore nearby Lac Rose, famous for its pink color.
Activity Level
Let's Go!
Walking up to three miles per day; uneven, muddy, dusty and inclined terrain including hills, stairs without railings . Getting on/off bus and climbing in/out of rustic pirogues. Restrooms not readily available during Field Trips. Transportation on pirogues and buses used during the program are rustic and basic, with some vehicles being open-air. There is limited infrastructure in West Africa.
Suggested Reading List
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We want your Road Scholar learning adventure to be something to look forward to—not worry about. That’s why we go to the ends of the earth to give you peace of mind, from the moment you enroll until the day you return home.

Assurance Plan

Road Scholar's continued commitment to our participants and their well-being is exemplified whether participating on a program in the United States or on one of our International programs, every Road Scholar participant receives coverage under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan.

Want to Protect Your Investment?

Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

Sustainable Travel

We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.






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