Planning your holiday in The Gambia From The UK..
- What to expect from us
- A handy checklist of things to prepare
- Our price promise to you
- Flight info, including telephone numbers
- Special offers, always check these 😉
What you can expect from us…
- A professional service from the moment you book until you depart
- Short Flight for Gambia adventure, wildlife and culture holidays from the UK
- A Warm Climate, perfect for escaping the UK’s cold winter
- A friendly welcome from our experienced team
- Clean, comfortable rooms ensure a great night’s sleep
- Authentic traditional food made in an open-view kitchen
- A truly community-based travel experience
- Beautiful golden sand beaches that stretch for miles
- Local excursions & cultural tours offering insight into Gambian life
- Incredible wildlife in their natural environment
- Twenty-nine activities, including our core activities, Bird watching, Yoga, Photography and fishing.
- A relaxed pace, giving you the time to connect with your surroundings
- Your presence supports local people and sustainable development
Your travel checklist
Travel checklist
1. Visit your GP for appropriate vaccinations
2. If your mobile is locked, bring a cheap, unlocked mobile to avoid heavy roaming charges.
3. Bring appropriate evening wear to protect against mosquitoes.
4. Purchase a good mosquito repellent.
5. Bring sensible headwear, such as a baseball cap.
6. Bring SPF factor 50 sunscreen and after-sun just in case.
7. A money belt is a safe and effective way to carry cash.
8. Cash is king, whether £'s, €'s, or $'s (expect a better rate when exchanging cash than using an ATM card)
9. Flight tickets and travel documents.
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Ethical tours which Promote Eco-Friendly Practices
Environmental sustainability is central to our belief, so we offer Ethical tours which promote eco-friendly practices, such as reducing plastic use, respecting wildlife, and visiting conservation areas responsibly. Ethical Gambia tours focus on sustainable, culturally respectful travel that benefits local communities and preserves the environment. Our tour operator of choice is Bushwhacker Tours because they work with local conservation projects, supporting wildlife protection efforts like those in the River Gambia National Park.
Direct flights from the UK to The Gambia
Between November 1st and late April, airlines such as TUI and Ascend Airways operate flights from UK airports to The Gambia.
Gambia Experience and Ascend fly on Tuesday and Saturday from LGW
Gambia Experience land at 3 PM, and it is the most expensive option
TUI fly on Tuesday and Friday from LGW and on Wednesday and Sunday from Manchester
TUI lands at 8 PM and is the Gambia budget travel specialist
Our Special Seasonal Packages
Travellers from the UK can take advantage of special seasonal packages, particularly during the winter months when The Gambia’s warm climate is most inviting.
These offers often include discounted rates for extended stays, group bookings, and early bird reservations. Some packages feature complimentary airport transfers, guided nature walks, and cultural tours highlighting local traditions and wildlife.
Promotions frequently focus on eco-friendly activities such as kayaking, cycling, and yoga retreats.
By choosing Footsteps Eco-Lodge, UK travellers not only enjoy a unique holiday experience but also support environmental conservation and the local Gambian economy.
So, whether you’re looking for a relaxing beach holiday, a birding break, a yoga retreat or one of our adventure activities, check out our special offers and the rest of the website today and book your next holiday in The Gambia.