gambia holidays
the smiling coast of africa
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Located on the West coast of Africa, Gambia is a former British colony and conveniently the official language is English. Gambia is one of mainland Africa’s smallest countries and one of the safest. With an approximately 6 hour flight time from the UK, you have the added bonus of not being jetlagged when you arrive.
The most popular time for holidaymakers to visit The Gambia is during the winter months, October to April. However The Gambia enjoys a wonderfully tropical climate, with average daily temperatures of around 80ºF.
The Gambia boasts 30 miles of beaches, and as difficult as it may be, if you can tear yourself away from the palm-lined golden sands, you’ll find that a holiday to Gambia has a lot more to offer.
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A peaceful and relaxing day taking in the beautifu surroundings of the River Gambia is not to be missed. You’ll find thick forest on one side of the river and the trip provides the perfect chance to spot local wildlife such as hippos, monkeys and even crocodiles. To guarantee a crocodile sighting, why not visit the nearby Kachikaly Crocodile Pool, for an experience of a lifetime. If that’s not enough to please nature lovers, you can visit the Abuko Nature reserve which boasts more than 270 species of birds.
Banjul, the capital of Gambia is not dauntingly busy and its colourful markets provide a taste of authentic African life.
Gambia is the perfect place to escape for sun, sea, sand and lots of adventure. There is so much to do and explore, which you’ll find especially exciting if this is your first trip to Africa. The standard of hotels in Gambia has improved enormously, and you’ll be surprised by how far your money goes whilst you are there. Some of the most popular hotels can be found in the resorts of Cape Point, Kololi and Kotu.
Whether you’re looking for a budget break or something more luxurious, The Co-operative Travel can offer a holiday in Gambia to suit every need.