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14-Day Combined Adventure Experience
Professional Program for Itaka Active Department

πŸƒ Total Duration

14 Days Adventure

πŸ₯Ύ Combined Trekking

6 Days Total Trekking

πŸš— Total Distance

892 Kilometers

🌍 Countries

2 West Africa Nations

πŸ“‹ DETAILED 14-DAY PROGRAM

πŸ‡¬πŸ‡² GAMBIA PHASE: DAYS 1-10

Intensive Trekking Adventure Program

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL & COASTAL INTRODUCTION
Welcome to West Africa
Accommodation: Laico Atlantic Hotel (4β˜…)
Activity Level: Light
Transfer Distance: 25 km

πŸš— ARRIVAL DETAILS

Banjul Airport β†’ Laico Atlantic Hotel: 25 km | 45 minutes

ARRIVAL PROGRAM
  • Airport: VIP meet & greet, visa assistance, luggage handling
  • Transfer: Premium air-conditioned vehicle to coastal hotel
  • Hotel: Check-in, welcome briefing, equipment check
  • Evening: Welcome dinner with program overview and safety briefing
  • Preparation: Final gear check, medical consultation, weather briefing
🏨 Accommodation: Laico Atlantic Hotel (4β˜…) - Ocean view rooms with full amenities
DAY 2 - BANJUL CULTURE & BAKAU EXPLORATION
Cultural Immersion & Acclimatization
Accommodation: Laico Atlantic Hotel (4β˜…)
Activity Level: Light to Moderate
Total Distance: 27 km
CULTURAL EXPLORATION
  • Morning: Banjul city tour - Arch 22, National Museum, Albert Market
  • Cultural: Traditional craft workshops, local music performance
  • Afternoon: Bakau exploration - Kachikally Crocodile Pool & sacred site
  • Walking: 3-4 km easy coastal walks for acclimatization
  • Evening: Traditional dinner with local families
🏨 Accommodation: Laico Atlantic Hotel (4β˜…)
DAY 3 - ABUKO NATURE & BIJILO FOREST
Wildlife Preparation & Light Trekking
Accommodation: Laico Atlantic Hotel (4β˜…)
Activity Level: Moderate
Trekking Distance: 4-6 km

πŸ₯Ύ FIRST TREKKING DAY

Distance: 4-6 km
Duration: 3-4 hours
Terrain: Forest paths, easy
Elevation: Minimal
Difficulty: Easy
Wildlife: Monkeys, birds
NATURE IMMERSION
  • Abuko: First guided nature trek through protected reserve
  • Wildlife: Green vervet monkeys, crocodiles, 270+ bird species
  • Bijilo: Coastal forest walking trails, monkey spotting
  • Skills: Basic trekking techniques, wildlife photography
  • Evening: Equipment review and tomorrow's briefing
🏨 Accommodation: Laico Atlantic Hotel (4β˜…)
DAY 4 - KUNTA KINTEH ISLAND & RIVER ADVENTURE
UNESCO Heritage & River Journey
Accommodation: Georgetown River Lodge (3β˜…)
Activity Level: Moderate
Transfer Distance: 140 km

πŸš— MAJOR TRANSFER DAY

Coast β†’ Georgetown River Lodge: 140 km | 2h 15min

UNESCO HERITAGE EXPERIENCE
  • Journey: Scenic drive through rural Gambia to up-country
  • Ferry: Traditional boat crossing to Albreda/Juffureh villages
  • UNESCO: Kunta Kinteh Island historical tour and interpretation
  • Cultural: Village visits, traditional storytelling
  • River: Afternoon boat safari among mangroves
🏨 Accommodation: Georgetown River Lodge (3β˜…) - Authentic riverside setting
DAY 5 - KIANG WEST NATIONAL PARK TREKKING
Serious Wilderness Trekking Begins
Accommodation: Kiang West Bush Camp
Activity Level: Moderate to Challenging
Trekking Distance: 8-12 km

πŸš— TRANSFER TO TREKKING START

Georgetown β†’ Kiang West National Park: 45 km | 1h 15min

πŸ₯Ύ INTENSIVE TREKKING DAY

Distance: 8-12 km
Duration: 6-7 hours
Terrain: Savanna, woodland
Elevation gain: 80-120 meters
Difficulty: Moderate
Rest stops: Every 1.5 hours
WILDERNESS ADVENTURE
  • Early Start: 06:30 departure to maximize cool morning hours
  • Wildlife: Antelope, warthogs, baboons, 300+ bird species
  • Navigation: GPS tracking, compass skills, map reading
  • Challenges: River crossings, dense vegetation, wildlife encounters
  • Bush Skills: Water purification, basic survival techniques
🏨 Accommodation: Professional Safari Tents with shared facilities
DAY 6 - RIVER GAMBIA NATIONAL PARK ISLAND TREKKING
Advanced Island Navigation & River Crossings
Accommodation: River Gambia Bush Camp
Activity Level: Challenging
Trekking Distance: 10-15 km

πŸš— TRANSFER TO RIVER PARK

Kiang West β†’ River Gambia National Park: 85 km | 1h 30min

πŸ₯Ύ MOST CHALLENGING TREKKING DAY

Distance: 10-15 km
Duration: 7-8 hours
Terrain: Island, river crossings
Elevation gain: 120-180 meters
Difficulty: Challenging
Water crossings: 3-4 stream crossings
ISLAND ADVENTURE
  • Island Access: Boat transfer to Baboon Island complex
  • Chimpanzees: Observe rescued chimps from safe distance
  • Navigation: Multi-island trekking with GPS coordinates
  • River Skills: Safe water crossing techniques
  • Wildlife: Hippos, crocodiles, 200+ bird species
🏨 Accommodation: River-side camping with professional guides
DAY 7 - MAKASUTU CULTURAL FOREST TREKKING
Forest Canopy & Mangrove Exploration
Accommodation: Makasutu Eco-Lodge (3β˜…)
Activity Level: Moderate
Trekking Distance: 6-10 km

πŸš— TRANSFER TO CULTURAL FOREST

River Gambia β†’ Makasutu Cultural Forest: 125 km | 2 hours

πŸ₯Ύ CULTURAL FOREST TREKKING

Distance: 6-10 km
Duration: 5-6 hours
Terrain: Forest, canopy, mangrove
Elevation gain: 60-100 meters
Difficulty: Moderate
Cultural elements: Village integration
CULTURAL IMMERSION TREKKING
  • Forest Paths: Guided walks through pristine Gambian forest
  • Canopy Experience: Tree-top walking platforms and observation
  • Mangrove Exploration: Wetland ecosystem trekking
  • Cultural Villages: Integration with local communities
  • Traditional Skills: Plant medicine, fishing techniques
🏨 Accommodation: Makasutu Eco-Lodge (3β˜…) - Sustainable forest lodge
DAY 8 - COASTAL RETURN & RELAXATION
Recovery & Beach Restoration
Accommodation: Laico Atlantic Hotel (4β˜…)
Activity Level: Light
Transfer Distance: 95 km

πŸš— RETURN TO COAST

Makasutu β†’ Laico Atlantic Hotel: 95 km | 1h 30min

RECOVERY & PREPARATION
  • Morning: Scenic return drive to Atlantic coast
  • Beach Time: Ocean swimming, sunbathing, relaxation
  • Wellness: Optional massage, spa treatments
  • Equipment: Gear cleaning, repacking for Senegal phase
  • Briefing: Senegal cross-border preparation meeting
🏨 Accommodation: Laico Atlantic Hotel (4β˜…) - Premium ocean-view rooms
DAY 9 - JANJANBUREH HISTORICAL EXPEDITION
Colonial History & River Heritage
Accommodation: Janjanbureh Camp Lodge
Activity Level: Moderate
Transfer Distance: 155 km

πŸš— HISTORICAL JOURNEY

Coast β†’ Janjanbureh (Georgetown): 155 km | 2h 30min

HISTORICAL EXPLORATION
  • Georgetown: Colonial-era exploration of former British trading post
  • Historical Sites: Old government buildings, colonial architecture
  • River Safari: Traditional boat excursion for wildlife observation
  • Cultural: Local market visits, craft demonstrations
  • Evening: Traditional music and storytelling by firelight
🏨 Accommodation: Janjanbureh Camp Lodge - Traditional riverside setting
DAY 10 - WASSU STONE CIRCLES & BORDER PREPARATION
Ancient Megaliths & Senegal Transition
Accommodation: Laico Atlantic Hotel (4β˜…)
Activity Level: Light
Transfer Distance: 180 km

πŸš— FINAL GAMBIA DAY

Janjanbureh β†’ Wassu β†’ Coast: 180 km | 3 hours total

ANCIENT HERITAGE & PREPARATION
  • Wassu Circles: UNESCO World Heritage megalithic stone circles
  • Archaeological: 1,000+ year old burial monuments exploration
  • Cultural: Local school or market visit (availability dependent)
  • Documentation: Passport and visa checks for Senegal crossing
  • Celebration: Completion of Gambia phase celebration dinner
🏨 Accommodation: Laico Atlantic Hotel (4β˜…) - Final Gambia night

πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡³ SENEGAL PHASE: DAYS 11-14

Cultural Discovery & Unique Landscapes

DAY 11 - BORDER CROSSING & FATHALA WILDLIFE RESERVE
Enter Senegal - Big Game Safari Experience
Accommodation: Fathala Lodge (4β˜…) / Same-day return option
Activity Level: Moderate
Transfer Distance: 95 km

πŸ›‚ CROSS-BORDER ADVENTURE

Gambia Coast β†’ Fathala Reserve (Senegal): 95 km | 2h 30min (incl. border)

FIRST SENEGAL EXPERIENCE
  • Border Crossing: Professional assistance at Amdalai/Karang crossing
  • Fathala Reserve: Open-vehicle safari through 6,000-hectare reserve
  • Big Game: Giraffe, buffalo, antelope, rhino observation opportunities
  • Optional: "Walking with Lions" experience (age/safety restrictions apply)
  • Cultural: Senegalese welcome ceremony and traditional lunch
🏨 Accommodation: Fathala Lodge (4β˜…) OR same-day return to Gambia coast
DAY 12 - LAC ROSE (PINK LAKE) & DAKAR REGION
Unique Natural Phenomenon & Desert Adventure
Accommodation: Laico Atlantic Hotel (Gambia) / Lac Rose Lodge option
Activity Level: Moderate
Transfer Distance: 160 km

🌸 PINK LAKE ADVENTURE

Fathala/Coast β†’ Lac Rose β†’ Return: 160 km | 3h 30min total

UNIQUE SENEGAL LANDSCAPES
  • Lac Rose: Famous pink-colored lake from high salt concentration
  • Salt Harvesting: Traditional methods demonstration by local workers
  • 4x4 Adventure: Optional dune driving on former Paris-Dakar Rally routes
  • Photography: Professional photo session at color-changing lake
  • Cultural: Interaction with Peul nomadic communities
🏨 Accommodation: Return to Gambia coast OR Lac Rose/Dakar extension
DAY 13 - SAINT-LOUIS & SENEGAL RIVER EXPLORATION
UNESCO Colonial City & Senegal River Trekking
Accommodation: Laico Atlantic Hotel (4β˜…)
Activity Level: Moderate
Trekking Distance: 5-8 km

πŸ›οΈ UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE

Extended day trip to Saint-Louis: 220 km | 3h 30min each way

πŸ₯Ύ SENEGAL RIVER TREKKING

Distance: 5-8 km
Duration: 4-5 hours
Terrain: Colonial streets, river paths
Elevation gain: 40-80 meters
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Cultural focus: High
COLONIAL HERITAGE EXPLORATION
  • Saint-Louis: UNESCO World Heritage colonial city walking tour
  • Architecture: French colonial buildings, Pont Faidherbe bridge
  • River Trekking: Senegal River island and peninsula exploration
  • Fishermen: Traditional Senegalese fishing community visits
  • Music: Live traditional Wolof and Peul music performances
🏨 Accommodation: Laico Atlantic Hotel (4β˜…)
DAY 14 - SINE-SALOUM DELTA & DEPARTURE
Mangrove Paradise & Program Completion
Departure: Banjul Airport
Activity Level: Light
Final Transfer: 25 km to airport

🌊 FINAL ADVENTURE

Morning: Sine-Saloum Delta exploration | Afternoon: Airport transfer

PROGRAM COMPLETION
  • Sine-Saloum: UNESCO Biosphere Reserve boat excursion
  • Mangroves: Final nature experience in pristine wetlands
  • Birdwatching: 200+ species in West Africa's largest delta
  • Farewell: Group celebration lunch and program certificates
  • Departure: VIP airport assistance and departure procedures
✈️ Departure: International flight from Banjul Airport

πŸ’° COMPREHENSIVE PRICING - 14 DAY PROGRAM

Professional rates for Itaka Active Department | All-inclusive except international flights

Group Size Price per Person (EUR) Total Group Cost Savings vs Individual
10 participants €1,250 €12,500 -
12 participants €1,150 €13,800 €100 per person
14 participants ⭐ €1,050 €14,700 €200 per person

πŸ’‘ PRICING BREAKDOWN (14 participants):

🏨 Accommodation (13 nights): €420
πŸš— All transfers & transport: €280
🍽️ All meals & beverages: €195
🎯 Activities & park fees: €185
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Professional guides: €115
πŸ›‘οΈ Insurance & safety: €65
πŸ›‚ Visas & border assistance: €35
πŸ“‹ Organization & profit margin: €155

πŸš— COMPLETE 14-DAY TRANSFER SUMMARY

Day Route Distance Travel Time Notes
Day 1Banjul Airport β†’ Laico Atlantic Hotel25 km45 minutesVIP arrival transfer
Day 2Hotel β†’ Banjul β†’ Bakau β†’ Hotel27 km45 minutesCultural tour circuit
Day 3Hotel β†’ Abuko β†’ Bijilo β†’ Hotel30 km55 minutesNature reserves
Day 4Coast β†’ Georgetown River Lodge140 km2h 15minMajor transfer, lunch stop
Day 5Georgetown β†’ Kiang West National Park45 km1h 15minTrekking start point
Day 6Kiang West β†’ River Gambia National Park85 km1h 30minIsland trekking location
Day 7River Gambia β†’ Makasutu Forest125 km2 hoursForest canopy trekking
Day 8Makasutu β†’ Laico Atlantic Hotel95 km1h 30minReturn to coast
Day 9Coast β†’ Janjanbureh (Georgetown)155 km2h 30minHistorical expedition
Day 10Janjanbureh β†’ Wassu β†’ Coast180 km3 hoursStone circles visit
Day 11Gambia β†’ Fathala Reserve (Senegal)95 km2h 30minBorder crossing + safari
Day 12Fathala β†’ Lac Rose β†’ Return160 km3h 30minPink Lake adventure
Day 13Extended day trip to Saint-Louis220 km3h 30minUNESCO heritage site
Day 14Sine-Saloum β†’ Banjul Airport45 km1h 15minFinal transfer to departure
πŸ“Š TOTAL PROGRAM: 892 kilometers | 28 hours 45 minutes total travel time
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡² Gambia Phase: 432 km | 11h 45min | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡³ Senegal Phase: 460 km | 17 hours

βœ… COMPREHENSIVE INCLUSIONS

13 nights accommodation (4β˜…/3β˜… mix)
All meals: 14 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 14 dinners
Professional English-speaking trekking guides
All transportation in premium vehicles
Cross-border assistance and procedures
All national park and reserve entrance fees
Professional trekking equipment rental
Travel insurance (basic coverage)
Airport transfers and VIP assistance
Cultural activities and local experiences
Professional photography services
Emergency medical support 24/7

❌ NOT INCLUDED

International flights to/from Banjul
Senegal visa fees (if required for nationality)
Personal travel insurance upgrades
Alcoholic beverages and premium drinks
Personal shopping and souvenirs
Optional activities (Walking with Lions, spa treatments)
Tips for guides and staff
Personal medical expenses

🌟 UNIQUE PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

πŸ₯Ύ 6 Days Intensive Trekking
24-37 km total distance across 3 difficulty levels
🌍 2 Countries, 1 Experience
Seamless West African cross-border adventure
πŸ›οΈ 3 UNESCO Sites
Kunta Kinteh, Wassu Circles, Saint-Louis heritage
πŸ¦’ Big Game Safari
Fathala Reserve with giraffes, rhinos, buffalo
🌸 Pink Lake Phenomenon
Unique Lac Rose color-changing experience
🐦 500+ Bird Species
World-class birding across multiple ecosystems

πŸ“ž PROFESSIONAL CONTACT

Gambian Tour - Professional DMC
πŸ“§ Email: info@gambiantour.com
πŸ“± WhatsApp: +48 504 224 794
🌐 Website: www.gambiantour.com

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