Since Footsteps opened its doors back in 2002, we haven’t seen so many backpackers. Probably because travellers that choose to experience countries in this way are usually on a budget and we have always been at the opposite end of that market. But no more! New last season are four chalet-style accommodations just at the […]
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Kayaking Through Mangroves at Tanji in The Gambia Kayaking can be an exhilarating experience, especially when done in unique and picturesque locations. One such destination that offers a mesmerizing kayaking experience is Tanji, a small fishing village located on the Atlantic coast of The Gambia and this is where you will find Kayaking Gambia. Footsteps
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The oyster women of The Gambia have long been known for their skill in oyster harvesting. In recent years, this traditional occupation has become an important source of income for many Gambian women. The Gambia is home to many oyster species, making it one of the best places for oyster harvesting. The women here have
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Some of our guests prior to 2019 may remember our Gambia dog neutering program from when we were working closely with Dr Michael Meyer of Touray & Meyer’s veterinary practice. The idea was that our guests would donate a small sum of money and we would organise some days each month where we would identify
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So you want to take a dog from Gambia to Europe? Recently, Linda and I travelled from The Gambia to Norway and we brought our faithful lodge dog, ‘Yoga’ with us. Since her companion ‘Seven‘ passed away last year, she had been so very sad and we didn’t want to leave her behind. Also, Yoga
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(18/9/2021) New travel advice for UK holidaymakers! Good news for vaccinated travellers I hear you say! What’s that? It’s been a very long time coming but this week we have seen that there may be light at the end of the tunnel for holidaymakers coming from and returning to The UK. In my last news
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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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