Six Must Places to Visit in Gambia
Even though there are many birding tours destinations in the world, Gambia is one of the most fascinating and exotic places in the world. Well, Gambia is a small west African country bounded by Senegal which is famous for its diverse ecosystems and tourist attraction. It is very rich in many kinds of birds and has a large biodiversity which makes it a unique bird watching tour destination spot in the whole world.
The country is divided into two by the river Gambia which makes it North and South Gambia. All along the river, we can see a wide range of colorful birds along with many more unique places to explore. The Gambia registers more than 500 species of birds.
The six places to visit when planning a tour to Gambia are:
Kotu Creek and Faraja Golf Course
Here you will get a great chance to witness many different west African species and with a bit of luck you might see Abyssinian Roller, Blue-bellied Roller or Green Wood-hoopoe sitting in a palm tree as well. The Gambia is a place where you can walk around and witness all these beautiful west African birds.
The Gambia Beaches
Every year the Gambia beaches host the Master line International Beach Fishing Festival for a good cause. The surfing is appealing during the period from October through to May. Also, the fishermen can expect to take Large Guitar-fish, Stingrays, Captain fish, Jack Crevalle and many more.
Coastal Region — Gambia
This place is made up of different sportfishing spots such as coastal reefs and sandbars, deep channels and rocky outcrops, as well as the mighty Gambia River itself.
Abuko Nature Reserve
Abuko nature reserve is the Gambia’s first national reserve park also a great tourist attraction. This reserve is a home for many different species including birds and animals. You can witness monkeys, antelope, crocodiles, lizards and many more animals also several bird-hides.
Kachikally Crocodile Park
Kachikally Crocodile Park is one of the three fertility center in Gambia. It is basically a home to nearly 80 crocodiles which are so tame also it has a lot of birds. Along with these, there is also a small museum which explains the persons who were responsible for the origin of the center.
River Gambia National Park
The River Gambia National Park is a collaboration of five islands and it’s a home to the endangered hippopotamus also there are other different birds and animals. Recently, Chimpanzee rehabilitation center was re-introduced at this place and now nearly 50 live on three of the islands. You can very much witness many varieties of birds and animals throughout the trip.
There is much more to The Gambia than what is mentioned. Apart from these places you can see tanji, makasutu cultural forest, wassu national monument, kunta kinteh island, banjul, Atlantic coast resorts, Bijilo forest park, Boat trips and overnights at forest ecolodges gives you some of the greatest treasures.