David (Founder)

I moved to The Gambia in 2001 having spent most of my working life in finance. Footsteps was opened in January 2002 employing 20 staff, most of which are still working alongside us to this day. We have set new standards in eco-tourism in The Gambia and strive to set new standards each year.

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The trees at Footsteps

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While sitting upstairs on our sundeck this evening, Linda and I were admiring the trees and flowering bushes at Footsteps. We realised that there were memories attached to a great many of the beautiful examples contained inside our grounds. There is of course a story to go with every tree but we have planted over […]

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The smiling coast

Smiling coast of Gambia

Don’t ask me what it is about Gambia’s smiling coast? I couldn’t tell you other than it gets under your skin and once there it stays there. The people are gorgeous and for me as a photographer, present with a multitude of opportunities. I’ve been going there during the sad winters in the UK for

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African Wattled Lapwing

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The African Wattled Lapwing sometimes referred to as The Senegal Wattled Plover is found near to Footsteps at the nearby wetlands. The yellow flaps under its eyes are called “wattles”, hence the name Wattled Lapwing. Bird information. Where is the African Wattled Lapwing found? As mentioned earlier, this large wader is found a short stroll away

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Gunjur in The Gambia

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Gunjur in The Gambia. If you are looking for a holiday that is going to leave you with the most wonderful memories and the desire to return over and over again, look no further. In particular, the place to stay is Footsteps, an eco-lodge near Gunjur about 50 mins from Banjul airport. It is a

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Black-crowned Night-heron

Black-crowned Night-heron

The Black-crowned Night-heron can be seen at Footsteps or nearby at the wetlands a short walk away. Found across most of the world including The Uk in Somerset where the first breeding pair with fledgelings were seen in 2017. As you can see from the pictures below, this bird seems to prefer standing on one

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