THE GAMBIA. November October Date of issue: 11/12/15

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1 THE GAMBIA November October 2016 WEB BROCHURE: VERSION 3 Date of issue: 11/12/15

2 Discover Senegal Although relatively new to British holidaymakers, Senegal has long been a favourite holiday destination for our European neighbours who, for many years, have enjoyed the yearround warm welcome of this unique and beautiful country. Senegal sits on the Atlantic Ocean, at Africa s most westerly point between Mali, Guinea-Bissau and Mauritania, with The Gambia almost entirely enclosed within it. It has three mighty rivers and these provide a good deal of fertile land and some wonderfully intricate coastal lagoons and waterways that are a joy to explore. Because of this abundance of water and fertility it supports a great wealth of wildlife, including numerous birds from coastal waders to large raptors, and various mammal species such as warthogs, monkeys, manatees and dolphins. The Sine Saloum Delta The Sine Saloum Delta is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a 180,000 hectare area that encompasses the Saloum Delta National Park, and a truly stunning part of Senegal. Formed where two rivers converge on the mighty Atlantic Ocean, it s a region of great diversity consisting of a unique estuarine environment, glorious beaches, mangrove swamps, sand islands and evershifting dunes. The region is a joy to explore, and whether you re picking your way in a horse-drawn buggy through the great herds of baobab trees and salt craters dug by the local women, or quietly navigating the lush greenery of the labyrinthine waterways in a pirogue, you re sure to absorb the region s gentle magic. Thanks to its ecological diversity it is also rich in animal life, and for birdwatchers, the Delta will certainly not disappoint; home to a stunning variety of birds, such as flamingos, pelicans, herons, gulls, terns, egrets and avocets. For the fisherman, It is an angler s dream with a wealth of fish in both the rivers and the ocean; you might even spot the odd manatee or dolphin in the coastal lagoons. Many of the hotels have their own boats or pirogues and offer specialised fishing trips, as well as more leisurely sightseeing trips along the rivers to deserted beaches and local villages. Senegal s people and its culture Some might argue that Senegal s greatest attraction is its thriving culture, which draws from centuries of the region s tribal history and also the many incursions from outside cultures, including the French who were the dominant imperial power here during the 19th and 20th centuries until independence in This myriad of influences has fused into an eclectic whole, which you can see in the local dress, music, cuisine and architecture. Many of the ethnic groups of The Gambia and Senegal are related, so share many customs and indigenous languages and, as in The Gambia, visitors should adopt an informal but modest standard of dress as the majority of Senegalese are Muslim. You are guaranteed a warm welcome from them, as they adhere to the traditional values of respect for others and good manners. Language As Senegal is a former French colony, French is the official language and a basic knowledge of the language would certainly be useful. Generally speaking, English isn t widely spoken but hotel staff, particularly at reception, and tour reps will usually speak some English. Of the local tribal languages, Wolof, Malinké, Mandinka and Fula are the most widely spoken. 64 For more information or to book online visit Senegal.co.uk

3 Our Senegal hotels You will discover that Senegal offers a range of excellent accommodation, and properties generally provide a level of cuisine that is some of the finest in West Africa. Ultimately we believe it is essential that we match the right hotel with the right customer. Our staff will be happy to discuss which hotels suit your needs, so please use their personal knowledge and call them on Hotel standards To give guests a clearer picture of what to expect from a hotel, we have our own rating system based upon standards within Senegal, a thorough inspection by our own staff and any feedback from our customers. It s important to remember that our hotel gradings may not compare to a corresponding star rating in the UK or Europe so we have therefore placed more emphasis on the accuracy of our descriptions and photographs so our guests can gain an honest and fair view of a hotel before they book. Get out and see the real Senegal If you like to take time out from soaking up the sun there are plenty of opportunities to get out and explore Senegal, whether it s just for an afternoon or on longer organised trips. Many guests love to browse the colourful African markets and they are the perfect place to pick up memorable souvenirs and practise your bartering skills! Most sell traditional fabrics, pottery and costume jewellery and craft markets will offer an array of intricate and extremely attractive woodcarvings, artwork, musical instruments and metalwork. During your holiday, it s also worth taking time out to sample some of Senegal s fabulous music. Senegal is home to some of Africa s most famous musicians and singers, including Youssou N Dour, Baaba Maal and Ismaël Lô. Every May, Saint-Louis in the north of Senegal plays host to the Saint-Louis International Jazz Festival, which attracts performers and audiences from all over the world. Sport is also extremely popular in Senegal; like most African countries, the Senegalese are mad about football and you ll spot impromptu matches taking place in most towns and villages you pass through. Another favourite spectator sport is lutte wrestling; this traditional wrestling, with muscular fighters dressed in loin-cloths and adorned with lucky amulets is best experienced in village surroundings under the light of flickering oil lamps. SEnegal Tours One of the best ways to discover Senegal is to join one of our fascinating tours. Setting off from Banjul, our choice of tours will give you a real insight into Senegal and Africa by venturing into the heart of traditional villages, colonial towns, countryside and through stunning natural parks with an assortment of birdlife and wildlife. With a professional English-speaking guide / driver you will travel along diverse routes by boat, 4x4 vehicles and even on foot. Stay in charming hotels, enchanting lodges and village camps, or sleep under canvas beneath starry skies, sampling traditional, local cuisine and the welcoming but unassuming hospitality that Senegal is so well-known for. From the busy capital, Dakar, and the poignant history of Gorée Island, to the natural beauty of the Pink Lake and the Sine Saloum Delta, to the splendour of the old, colonial town of Saint-Louis, to the magnificent scenery across the ochre dunes of the Lompoul Desert, there is so much to take in. The Senegal Lodges Charm & Nature tour and the Eastern Senegal & Gambia tour will be private so you can choose when to stop to take photos or explore areas that interest you. The Faces of Senegal tour may include other tourists though numbers will always be small. We will be happy to tailor itineraries for you, should you wish to include other stops along the way or combine elements of another tour. You can also combine a tour with an extended stay at the hotel of your choice in Senegal or The Gambia. For further details on all our tours, please visit Senegal.co.uk/Tours or call our reservations team and we will help choose the perfect tour for you. nights from 1189 prices include flights, transfers, accommodation, all meals and excursions as detailed in the itinerary, local guides and an Englishspeaking guide / driver who will accompany you throughout the whole of your tour. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure... Senegal.co.uk Senegal has much to offer holidaymakers of all ages and this is just a small taster of what this beautiful country has to offer. Our website features a wealth of information and photographs about hotels, activities, cuisine and excursions to help you choose your perfect holiday. Contact your Local Travel Agent or call our experts on

4 Keur Saloum FISHING RELAXING BIRDWATCHING LOCATION: Toubakouta, sine saloum south distance to beach: waterfront transfer time: 2½-3 hours The Keur Saloum Hotel, riding high above the elaborate twisting waterways of the Sine Saloum Delta, combines comfortable accommodation, a spectacular location and has a serenity all its own. A highlight for many is the hotel s panoramic terrace. You can stretch out in chairs or hammocks and take full advantage of amazing views as egrets and herons, returning from their hunting grounds, fly slowly across the golden coin of the setting sun. The bungalows are set amongst the gardens, surrounded by numerous shady trees, aromatic shrubs and flowering plants. Each is individually decorated, offering simple but comfortable accommodation. For an extra special location overlooking the jetty and the river we would recommend upgrading to one of the spacious suites, which are stylishly decorated, with a lounge area and an extensive private terrace. Away from the busier tourist areas, you are perfectly placed to discover the real Senegal and the hotel offers a host of excursions, enabling you to explore the local area; this includes making use of its many boats to take you fishing, for a picnic on a deserted beach or to explore one of the other villages along the river. In the evening, the open-plan bar and restaurant is a great place to mingle and swap stories about your day. HOTEL Facilities Swimming pool with sun terrace Gift shop Panoramic terrace Wi-Fi in bar Bar and restaurant offering continental breakfast and table d hôte lunch and dinner Tennis, table tennis Mountain bikes, kayaks Fishing & excursion programme 54 rooms ROOM FaciliTIES Air-conditioning Twin or double beds POPULAR ROOM upgrades Suite Larger rooms with lounge area, bathroom with walk-in shower and separate wc, dressing room, terrace / balcony getting to keur saloum The transfer from Banjul includes a river crossing of approximately 30 minutes and then a short road transfer. You can combine Keur Saloum with any of our Gambia or Senegal hotels; if only staying at Keur Saloum, your first night will be spent in The Gambia. PAYABLE LOCALLY OUR EXPERT OPINION... A small part of me is forever on the riverside terrace at Keur Saloum; it s warm, I have a book and a cold drink and I m watching the amber evening light settle across the river. Take me back! MATT MARKETING prices & Flight upgrades Prices - PAGE 86 (Fold OUT) flight details - PAGES search online - senegal.co.uk/ks 3 NIGHT ADD ON FROM 29 HALF BOARD SCAN ME VIEW ONLINE 66 For more information or to book online visit Senegal.co.uk

5 Domaine les Palétuviers RELAXING COUPLES BIRDWATCHING LOCATION: Toubakouta, sine saloum south distance to beach: waterfront transfer time: 2½-3 hours The Domaine les Palétuviers Hotel is located in a quiet and tranquil area next to a saltwater bolong and is an ideal place to relax and unwind or to use as a base to explore the surrounding region. The simply furnished rooms are housed in either thatched roofed bungalows or buildings scattered amongst the trees in the spacious grounds. The restaurant has a lovely view through the trees down to the hotel s jetty. Here you ll be able to enjoy a selection of Senegalese and European cuisine. The swimming pool and sun terraces are surrounded by gardens and daytime activities within the hotel include table tennis and pétanque. There is also a number of pirogues and kayaks for exploring the local creeks as well as ideal conditions for birdwatching and fishing. The hotel is located on the outskirts of Toubakouta, a typical Senegalese village with a very friendly and hospitable population. Simply walking around the village will give you a good insight into African life and will ensure you take home fantastic memories of your holiday. HOTEL Facilities Swimming pool and sun terraces Wi-Fi Table tennis Pétanque Pirogues and kayaks Fishing Excursion programme 58 rooms ROOM FaciliTIES Air-conditioning Twin beds Mosquito nets 2 pin sockets POPULAR ROOM upgrades Family room Larger room with additional bunk beds getting to DOMAINE LES palétuviers The transfer from Banjul includes a river crossing of approximately 30 minutes and then a short road transfer. You can combine Domaine les Palétuviers with any of our Gambia or Senegal hotels; if only staying at Domaine les Palétuviers, your first night will be spent in The Gambia. PAYABLE LOCALLY OUR EXPERT OPINION... The birdlife at Domaine les Palétuviers was truly amazing even for a non twitcher like me! All around you can spot multi-coloured birds, some of them coming almost within touching distance. KERRY RESERVATIONS prices & Flight upgrades Prices - PAGE 86 (Fold OUT) flight details - PAGES search online - senegal.co.uk/pt 3 NIGHT ADD ON FROM 349 HALF BOARD SCAN ME VIEW ONLINE Contact your Local Travel Agent or call our experts on

6 Souimanga Lodge RELAXING COUPLES BIRDWATCHING BOUTIQUE location: fimela, sine saloum North distance to beach: waterfront transfer time: 5-5½hours Souimanga Lodge is an oasis of calm where the key word is relaxation. Beautifully placed to make the most of the watery paradise of the Sine Saloum Delta, it exudes an atmosphere of quiet contemplation. The Lodge is small but perfectly formed with the emphasis on ensuring guests are well looked after. The individual lodges are nestled amongst the trees and by the water s edge, each beautifully decorated to a high standard with African style furnishings, fabrics and ornaments. The large picture windows open on to a private decking area where you can sunbathe, sit and take in the unspoilt views across the gardens and river. The small, infinity swimming pool has some stunning views over the water and you can also enjoy a relaxing treatment in the massage suite, set over the water at the end of its own pontoon. The restaurant produces excellent, freshly cooked food and you can even enjoy a romantic, private meal on the covered decking at the end of the Lodge s private jetty. Should you want to venture out and explore the local area, there are a number of excursions on offer or you can go fishing along the local rivers. Birdwatchers will be in their element, with so many colourful species available both at the Lodge and in the surrounding area. HOTEL Facilities Infinity swimming pool with sun terrace Pool towels available Massage suite Excursion programme 8 lodges ROOM FaciliTIES Air-conditioning / ceiling fan Double bed Mosquito nets Minibar Bathroom with walk-in shower Safety deposit box POPULAR ROOM upgrades Standard lagune Located by the water s edge Souimanga suite Large two-roomed suite with private terrace and plunge pool getting to Souimanga lodge The transfer from Banjul includes a river crossing of approximately 30 minutes followed by a road transfer in an air-conditioned car. You can combine Souimanga Lodge with any of our Gambia or Senegal hotels; if only staying at Souimanga Lodge, your first and last night will be spent in The Gambia. PAYABLE LOCALLY A JOURNALIST S OPINION... This small, friendly, French-run lodge ticks a lot of my boxes. The food is very good, and the majority of its bungalows come with a wooden walkway leading to your own private hide set beside the Ndangane River twitcher heaven! NIGEL TISDALL TRAVEL WRITER prices & Flight upgrades Prices - PAGE 86 (Fold OUT) flight details - PAGES search online - senegal.co.uk/sm 3 NIGHT ADD ON FROM 489 HALF BOARD SCAN ME VIEW ONLINE 68 For more information or to book online visit Senegal.co.uk

7 Les Collines de Niassam Eco Friendly Birdwatching Tranquil UNIQUE location: Palmarin, Sine Saloum North distance to beach: WATErFRONT transfer time: 5½-6 hours This unique lodge has been lovingly created to blend in with the natural beauty of the landscape, whilst ensuring that guests are comfortably accommodated in one of the unique, individually designed rooms. Relive a childhood dream, sleeping in a tree house set in a majestic baobab tree; set over three levels, you can take in the spectacular views or while away time in a hammock from your elevated terrace. In the water lodges, you can wake to the sound of the gently lapping water beneath and enjoy unspoilt views from the large windows and private decking area. Or choose one of the stylish lodges in the grounds with their carved wooden furniture and colourful décor. The lodge is run on solar energy, which provides a continuous supply of electricity, although there is no air-conditioning. Water is heated up throughout the day, providing warm showers in the evening. The bar and restaurant with its open veranda provide an ideal meeting place and location to eat simple but freshly cooked meals. The emphasis is on peace and tranquillity at Les Collines, but there are also plenty of optional activities to keep you occupied, enabling you to explore the area and to immerse yourself in the local culture. HOTEL Facilities Swimming pool with sun terrace Bar Restaurant Excursion programme 13 rooms ROOM FaciliTIES Double beds Mosquito nets Terrace or balcony 2 pin sockets (n/a in tree houses) Safety deposit boxes at reception POPULAR ROOM upgrades Water house Wooden lodges built over the water, accessible by a walkway Bungalow Large, round bungalows with private terrace Family room Large bungalow with 2 rooms getting to Les Collines de Niassam The transfer from Banjul includes a river crossing of approximately 30 minutes followed by a road transfer in an air-conditioned car. You can combine Les Collines de Niassam with any of our Gambia or Senegal hotels; if only staying at Les Collines de Niassam, your first and last night will be spent in The Gambia. PAYABLE LOCALLY OUR EXPERT OPINION... It only takes a few hours of being at Les Collines for a sense of peace and calmness to wash over you. The unspoilt scenery, the gently lapping water and the absence of traffic noise all contribute to something quite special and unique. ALISON RESERVATIONS prices & Flight upgrades Prices - PAGE 86 (Fold OUT) flight details - PAGES search online - senegal.co.uk/co 3 NIGHT ADD ON FROM 469 HALF BOARD SCAN ME VIEW ONLINE Contact your Local Travel Agent or call our experts on

8 Tailormade Holidays This extremely safe region of West Africa has a lot to offer and those that venture a little further afield experience more of the wildlife and true personality of the countries and their people. You do not have to be an adventurous traveller to combine stays in two or more different hotels or locations. Twin and multi-centre holidays are becoming increasingly popular within The Gambia and the small distances involved add to the appeal; alternatively why not consider travelling into Senegal for a chance to discover a different culture and landscape? We arrange transfers for all tailormade holidays. Holidays within The Gambia or with Senegal It is possible to combine virtually any combination of hotels in The Gambia or Senegal usually with a minimum of 3 nights in any one place, although 2 nights at the Chimpanzee Rehabilitation Project is also possible. Transfers to / from Senegal will generally involve a crossing on the Barra ferry which is a way to experience the real Africa in its own right. It is hard to suggest our favourite combinations as so much is possible; be it a relaxing few days absorbing the stunning views and tranquillity of White Horse Residence or Leo s, or savouring the sumptuous cuisine of Ngala Lodge and Coco Ocean, followed by a memorable wildlife experience at the award-winning Mandina Lodges, Chimp Camp, or over the Senegalese border to the amazing new tents at Fathala Wildlife Reserve. We are sure we can tailor a holiday you will not forget in a hurry. Unique or boutique? Our Unique Collection properties and boutique hotels lend themselves particularly well to a multi-centre holiday for a combination of bush and beach experiences. As many of these have a limited number of rooms it is advisable to book early. SENEGAL TOURS Why not explore the natural beauty, culture and history of the Senegalese hinterland on one of our private tours? Starting from Banjul, they can be combined with any of our Gambia or Senegal properties. Please see page 65 and our website for further information or visit Senegal.co.uk/Tours Use our expertise Our staff have first-hand experience of each property and can advise on room upgrade options and activities to suit you. They can discuss the best order in which to visit properties to maximise your enjoyment and on distances and travel times involved. For more information about tailormade holidays and to discuss your ideas call or or visit Gambia.co.uk/Tailormade coco ocean FATHALA wildlife reserve 0 For more information or to book online visit Gambia.co.uk

9 OUR EXPERT OPINION... I ve always believed that a twin-centre holiday is the best way to experience The Gambia, perhaps a relaxing few days in the coastal area, together with somewhere you will definitely feel that you are in Africa, surrounded by exotic birdlife, wildlife and African culture. CHRIS ROWLES MANAGING DIRECTOR For our Easter family holiday we stayed first at Coco Ocean a chance to relax, and unwind from European stresses, then into Senegal to Fathala Wildlife Reserve, where we were staggered not only by the quality and service of the lodge, but also the safari experience and other wildlife activities. Back to Gambia to Mandina Lodges surrounded by jungle and baboons, but with the enormous pool to relax in, then a journey upriver to spend an amazing couple of days at The Chimpanzee Rehabilitation Project. What a unique experience, seeing not only numerous groups of chimps in the wild, but also hippo, crocs, several types of monkeys and endless birdlife. Was it too much for one week? Possibly at each place the family said Why can t we stay longer? but combining any two of the properties would have been perfect for one week and there are always 10, 11 or night holidays if you wish to experience more of this amazing part of West Africa. mandina lodges ngala lodge Contact your Local Travel Agent or call our experts on

10 Birdwatching Holidays The Gambia packs a great deal into a compact space not least the sheer number and variety of birds, some 540 species! It s all about its location which is right at the centre of something called a transition zone, which means, for a relatively small country, it supports a huge variety of habitats. These include forest-savannah environments and drier woodland ones, marine systems and, of course, the life-giving River Gambia with its estuary mudflats and the intricate mangrove tributaries of the interior. In short, with all these habitats in a relatively small area, The Gambia is a fantastic destination for birdlife! The Gambia therefore, provides an amazing opportunity for birdwatching and, with everything being in relatively close proximity, you don t have to travel far to see some amazing things you ll even find a whole host of exotic species in your hotel gardens. So whether you re a first timer, a keen amateur or an enthusiast looking for particular species, we guarantee you ll find something to amaze and inspire you. birdwatching WITH MALIcK SUSO We can arrange half or full day birdwatching tours led by local expert guide Malick Suso a man Chris Packham has described as one of the very best bird guides in the whole of The Gambia and whose local knowledge is invaluable. The options for excellent bird sightings are endless with a variety of habitats to be found in close proximity to resort areas: for example, Kotu stream where you ll see all kinds of waders and kingfishers and, if you re lucky, the elusive bittern; Abuko Nature Reserve with its amazing pool where all sorts of species congregate, from African darters to hammerkopfs; Tanji shore and fishing village which is home to a mix of shore and sea birds as well as the rare golden-tailed woodpecker; and also the community project at Brufut woods, where the local experts will lead you to the whitefaced scops owl and the impossibly camouflaged long-tailed nightjar. Private half day birding trips will cost from 35 per person, and from 65 per person for a full day, based on a minimum of two birders. For further information please go online at Gambia.co.uk/Birdwatching or to check availability and to book please call our reservations team or chat with them online. Malick s knowledge of birds is nothing short of breathtaking... What s more, he can pick up the slightest tweet, warble or whistle and instantly identify the bird making the sound. Within just a few hours, I was in awe of the man. RON TOFT The TravelEditor.com talking about Malick Suso 2 For more information or to book online visit Gambia.co.uk

11 birdwatching with CHriS packham The ultimate birdwatching trip to The Gambia: spend 3 days accompanying BBC presenter Chris Packham and local guide Malick Suso in The Gambia searching for a wide variety of species, both on land and water. With a maximum of 1 people on the trip there will be plenty of opportunity to learn from Chris s extensive knowledge of wildlife as well as photography. The supplement for this 3 day trip based in Kotu is 449 (excluding flights). Chris then moves on to Mandina Lodges at Makasutu Forest to explore the forest and river and help you discover the abundance of wildlife that they harbour. A 3 night stay at Mandina Lodges from 23rd February 2016 can be booked alone or added to the above tour, costing from 649 for 3 nights including accommodation for twin occupancy on (excluding flights). For more details visit Gambia.co.uk/ChrisPackham Tours led by Chris Packham depart on 19th, 23rd & 26th February 2016, this year with a revised itinerary. expert opinion... The Gambia is an ornithological nirvana, with 10 species regularly seen in three leisurely days birding on the coast alone, and four hundred more waiting to be discovered further afield. Exotic species such as Rollers, Kingfishers and Bee eaters are spangled spectacles whilst the dynamic array of raptors are truly impressive. Many others are simply tamer and more easily approached than in the UK so keen photographers always return home with a few trophies! CHriS packham presenter I am still drawn by The Gambia, even after 20 years I find myself returning once again to the small, quiet and simply superb Bakotu Hotel. I am also visiting the wildlife haven that is Makasutu Forest which surrounds the beautiful lodges at Mandina with their luxurious pool, amazing food and tranquil river setting. I hope you will choose to join me in The Gambia! recommended HoteLS Hotels we would particularly recommend for birdwatching are the small lodge at Tanji Bird Reserve, Bakotu and Senegambia hotels as well as Mandina Lodges at Makasutu Forest, or why not consider a twin-centre for the best chance to spot a wide variety of birds? All our featured hotels in Senegal are ideally located to attract a wide variety of birdlife. other birdwatching tours Fully escorted birdwatching holidays are also available with: Birdfinders.co.uk Limosaholidays.co.uk Naturetrek.co.uk Ornitholidays.co.uk Contact your Local travel Agent or call our experts on

12 Special Occasions coco ocean Whatever the celebration, we have selected the best rooms in the best hotels in the best locations so we can design the holiday of a lifetime for you. We can also arrange private transfers, upgraded flights, flowers, champagne, cakes and other extra touches to make the event truly special. Looking to get married in The Gambia? The Gambia is a fantastic choice for a wedding and offers excellent value for money, enabling you and your guests to enjoy an unforgettable day without the expense of a wedding in the UK or other destinations abroad. Our wedding planners have arranged over 100 weddings in The Gambia and, whatever your budget and party size, they can find a location that will make your occasion truly special why not hire one of our smaller properties exclusively for your wedding party? For more information and to download a brochure visit Gambia.co.uk/ Weddings or our wedding co-ordinators at weddings@gambia.co.uk the perfect honeymoon destination... Both The Gambia and Senegal are exotic honeymoon destinations with accommodation to suit all tastes, whether you re looking for complete luxury and relaxation, or a unique cultural experience why not let us help you plan a tailormade trip you wont forget? Here are some of our favourite honeymoon locations. Macondo Suite Ngala Lodge pg 26-2 Relax and unwind with your own private plunge pool in this adult-only, boutique hotel. Floating Lodge Mandina Lodges pg 36-3 Sleep in a four-poster bed in a unique lodge floating on the river in the heart of the African bush. Beach House Coco Ocean pg Celebrate in style with relaxing spa treatments, à la carte cuisine and luxurious surroundings beside the beach. Sea facing Lodge White Horse Residence pg A romantic hotel with stunning sunsets and views towards the unspoilt beach. SAFAri tent FATHALA WILDLIFE RESERVE pg Stunning, luxurious, air-conditioned safari tents set in a wildlife reserve just a short river crossing from The Gambia. Lagune lodge Souimanga lodge pg 68 Choose a waterfront lodge with its own private decking area at this intimate friendly property in Senegal s Sine Saloum Delta. Mandina floating lodge 4 For more information or to book online visit Gambia.co.uk

13 Group Travel to The Gambia At The Gambia Experience, we recognise groups may have different needs and requirements to that of holidaymakers. Last year alone, we assisted over 60 groups with 1000 travellers from a wide range of specialisations, arranging flights, accommodation, transportation and resort excursions. Whether you are interested in African life, education, sport or charitable work, we have the knowledge and expertise to tailormake your perfect itinerary. Our dedicated group co-ordinators can advise and assist you before your trip whilst our knowledgeable resort staff can offer help and support during your stay. Our complimentary group service includes: Competitive prices Free places year round from one free for every six paying passengers* Flexibility with deposits and administration charges Subsidised leader familiarisation trips* Group leader pack containing useful information and tips Free Gambia Know before you go guide Pre-booked seats together and dedicated check-in* Private airport coach transfers* Dedicated local representative* * Terms and conditions apply For more details of what we can offer and the free places available for your travel dates visit Gambia.co.uk/Groups or call our groups team on Popular Group Hotels Here are a few of our most popular properties for groups: African Village pg 62 / Palm Beach Hotel pg 63 Value for money hotels with simple facilities Kombo Beach Hotel pg 48 / Senegambia Hotel pg 52 Comfortable 3½ grade hotels with ample facilities and a beachfront location The Gunjur Project pg 63 A small and friendly rural property with excellent health and safety practises and a strong involvement in community projects Bakotu Hotel pg 54 / Tanji Bird Reserve Eco-Lodge pg 43 Character properties, ideal for birdwatching groups Sandele Eco-Retreat pg 42 A rural beachfront property with a strong emphasis on sustainable tourism Gambia Coral Beach Hotel & Spa pg 46 / The Kairaba pg 28 Quality 4 & 5 grade hotels with conference facilities Contact your Local Travel Agent or call our experts on

14 Working positively for The Gambia Over the years we have supported many worthwhile projects from building classrooms, to reforestation schemes, supporting the Gambian fire service, to community feeding programmes. However as well as continuing to donate funds, our aim is to empower Gambian communities to help themselves. Protecting The Gambia Tourism brings many benefits but at the same time it can adversely affect destinations, both environmentally and socially. We strive to, with the support of our customers, work positively towards protecting the natural beauty, wildlife and culture of our destinations so that future generations can continue to enjoy them. We are pleased to be working with like-minded hotels such as Lemon Creek and Kombo Beach hotels who have both achieved Travelife awards for their sustainable policies and practices. Further details of our sustainable tourism policy and how customers can get involved can be found on our website at Gambia.co.uk/ST Light up a village We have partnered with ComAfrique InteliZon s Initiative, Light up a Village to help empower communities in The Gambia through the donation of solar lighting. The lighting will not only improve the villagers quality of life but also help them to become self-reliant as well as addressing environmental issues. Last year, with the support of the Community Stove Initiative, we trialled the implementation of low carbon stoves and solar lighting into the villages of Niggi and Sitta in the Western Division. By integrating the projects, our hope is to further empower these communities so they will not need to rely on donations in the future. To learn more about this exciting new project please visit our website Gambia.co.uk/VillageEmpowerment Opt in & offset a carbon offset scheme By opting in to our Carbon Offset Scheme, a donation of 5 per person will be invested into various projects including community tree planting, solar lighting and low carbon stoves which not only offer carbon benefits but at the same time economically support rural villages. Visit our website Gambia.co.uk/CarbonOffset to see how your contribution can make a difference. Charity directory We recognise that many individuals and organisations undertake excellent work supporting The Gambia and its people. We believe sharing knowledge, experience and resources provides the best support for these organisations, hence we have set up a charity directory to act as a hub. If you are part of an organisation who would like to be added to the directory, or if you are keen to learn more about projects operating in The Gambia, please visit our website Gambia.co.uk/CharityDirectory The School Development Fund Our School Development Fund was set up in 1989 with the aim of building, renovating and equipping schools in The Gambia and, together with the help of our customers, we have assisted over 130 school projects. We are now also looking at including community-based projects which will provide long-term sustainable improvements to children s education. The Gambia Experience matches all monies donated by our customers and, for every 100 completed holiday questionnaires received, we also donate 10. For more information about the School Development Fund and to subscribe to our newsletter, please visit SchoolDevelopmentFund.org Customer Involvement Although school education from the age of seven is generally free, parents have to provide pens, paper, books and even desks and chairs as well as paying for exams. If you wish to help in a small way, pencils, paper, chalk and so on are always welcomed and do not take up much room in a suitcase. Even better, please buy items locally if at all possible to support Gambian industry. We recommend you see our resort staff locally who can advise you on distribution, but please bear in mind your luggage allowance. 6 For more information or to book online visit Gambia.co.uk

15 School Development Fund The Gambia Experience solar lighting stove initiative Contact your Local Travel Agent or call our experts on

16 A-Z Things to know before you go... In order to help you plan your visit we have compiled a short A-Z of useful information about our holidays to The Gambia and Senegal. You will find a wealth of further information relating to these and other subjects on our websites or alternatively use the first-hand knowledge of our staff. Airport hotels, car parking and lounges We can offer a range of airport hotels with or without parking to suit all budgets. We can also arrange business lounges at all of our UK airports and the air-conditioned First Class Lounge in Banjul Airport. Conveniently located car parks are available at all airports, which offer a free 24-hour transfer service to and from the airport terminal. To make a booking please call our staff or visit Gambia.co.uk/HolidayExtras or Senegal.co.uk/ HolidayExtras Book with confidence The Gambia Experience and The Senegal Experience are trade names of Serenity Holidays Limited. Most of the holidays and flights in this brochure are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. Our ATOL number is Please see page 3 or our Fair Trading Charter for more information. We are also members of ABTA, ABTOT and AITO. AITO is the Association for independent and specialist holiday companies. Member companies, usually owner-managed, strive to create overseas holidays with high levels of professionalism and a shared concern for quality and personal service as well as sustainable tourism. The Association encourages the highest standards in all aspects of tour operating. See page 80 for the AITO charter. Child and infant discounts To qualify for a child discount, children must be between two and 12 years old on return to the UK. They must share a room with 2 adults paying brochure price. Air Passenger Duty of 1 per child aged 11 or under willl now be deducted from the price of your holiday. Infants under two years on return to the UK are charged a fee of 45 to cover administration costs but are generally not allocated a luggage allowance or a seat on the aircraft (some airlines offer 10kg). Check-in For all flights to Banjul from Gatwick please check in at least two hours prior to the departure time shown on your tickets (three hours from Banjul) except when travelling in our Star Service during winter, which is 90 minutes. For regional flights to Banjul check-in is also 90 minutes prior to departure time. Our airport representative will be at the check-in desk to assist with any queries that may arise. If you are collecting a ticket on departure, please allow sufficient time to pick up your documents. Currency The Gambia s currency is the Dalasi (0 Dalasi to 1 in March 2015). Travellers cheques are no longer accepted, credit cards may be and conversion to US dollars is now used; please check with individual hotels (surcharges will apply). Visa debit cards may be accepted at ATMs. The currency in Senegal is the West African CFA Franc but Euros are also accepted in hotels (fixed rate of 1 = 656 CFA Franc). Excess luggage Airlines are very strict about luggage allowance and only consider limited requests for an increased allowance from registered charities. If you are carrying more than your allocated amount you will have to pay an excess luggage charge at check-in (approximately 15 per kg) and we cannot guarantee that the airline will accept all your luggage. If you do have a large amount of luggage, we can advise on sending it by freight. 8 For more information or to book online visit Gambia.co.uk

17 Flight delays Occasionally, despite the best efforts of all concerned, flights are delayed for reasons beyond our control. In the event that such a delay occurs, we will always do our best to provide a snack or meal when appropriate and in the case of an overnight delay, provide accommodation, although this may not be your holiday accommodation. Should there be an extended delay to your homeward flight we will endeavour to delay your departure from your holiday accommodation. Foreign Office travel advice We are working with the Foreign and Commonwealth Office to do all that we can to help British travellers stay safe overseas. Their website at Gov.uk/Foreign-travel-advice is packed with essential tips, travel advice and up-to-date country specific information. Gambia Tourism Board 92 Ledbury Road, London W11 2AH Telephone: Holiday questionnaire To help us improve our service and ensure standards are maintained, we should be most grateful if you would complete our questionnaire in resort and return it to our resort staff prior to your departure, or complete it online on your return. Your feedback will influence the ratings displayed online for each property, as will FEEFO (an independent review body) survey results. We will also donate 10 to The Gambia Experience School Development Fund for every 100 completed questionnaires received. Language The official language in The Gambia is English and in Senegal it is French. In both countries tribal languages are also spoken, these include Mandinka and Wolof. Medication No inoculations are compulsory if travelling from the EU although you may be required to show a yellow fever certificate when passing between The Gambia and Senegal. You should consult your doctor before booking, who will recommend certain medication especially for malaria prevention. All medicines should be carried in hand luggage. What s Included There are no hidden extras to add to our brochure prices, which include a luggage allowance, all taxes, transfers and meals on outbound and inbound flights. The brochure holiday price includes: Return flight between the UK and Banjul with in-flight catering of a hot meal Luggage allowance of: economy flights to Banjul 20kgs, Star Service 30kgs, Star Plus 40kgs. UK Air Passenger Duty (APD) 1 Airport departure taxes from both the UK and The Gambia 10 Gambian Government tourism tax Banjul Airport Development Fee (ADF) of 20 Welcome drink on arrival in Banjul Transportation between the airport and your accommodation Prices and surcharges Our prices are based on the cost of fuel as of 10th March If the cost of fuel does rise, we may be forced to introduce a fuel surcharge to cover the increased costs to us. In the event of any other security costs or taxes being levied, there may also be an increase in prices printed in this brochure, please see section 11 of our Fair Trading Charter on page 8 for more details. The publication date of this brochure is 2th March 2015; prices will be superseded by any subsequent editions of this brochure. Accommodation based on two sharing and meal basis as detailed on your booking confirmation invoice The services of our resort staff and local office please note that our representatives do not visit any of our Unique Collection properties, Leo s Beach Hotel, White Horse Residence or Hibiscus House in The Gambia or hotels in the Sine Saloum Delta, Senegal where a 24-hour contact number is provided Welcome meeting (excluding above hotels) A Gambia Guide with discount vouchers and / or Senegal Guide for package holidays Resort map for Gambia holidays Christmas and New Year Gala dinners CAA ATOL protection contribution Contact your Local Travel Agent or call our experts on

18 Passports and visas A full, valid British passport is required for entry into The Gambia and Senegal, valid for the duration of your stay in The Gambia, and for Senegal, this should be valid for at least three months on return to the UK. If you need to apply for a passport, do so at least 12 weeks before departure. For other nationalities, call our office for details. For long stay holidays in The Gambia, travellers must have their passport stamped by the Immigration Office every 28 days. Senegal introduced a biometric visa on 1st July 2013 and from 1st July 2015 you will need to apply for a visa online at VisaSenegal.sn at a cost of 50 per person. Private transfers Unfortunately we are unable to include private transfers as standard within any of our holiday packages due to a shortage of suitable vehicles in The Gambia. However, on request we can organise private transfers to your accommodation in either air-conditioned cars or minibuses for 40 per car each way to / from the airport (maximum four). There is a supplement for Unique Collection private transfers, however standard transfers for these hotels usually operate direct and with small numbers. For prices in Senegal please contact us. Requests If you have any requests for your accommodation or flights, please ensure they are requested at the time of booking. We shall be pleased to pass your request to the airline or hotel, however we cannot guarantee that they will be met. Room check-in and out times The standard international practice is to let rooms from midday to midday, however times do vary. Check-in times are usually between 2pm and 3pm, check-out times between 11am and 12 noon on the day of departure. Senegal Embassy 39 Marloes Road, London W8 6LA Telephone: Tickets These can be expected two weeks prior to your date of travel together with your accommodation voucher, luggage labels and our Gambia Guide or Senegal Guide for clients taking accommodation, which we hope you find useful. Your actual flight timings will be those shown on your tickets; please check them carefully as soon as you receive them. In addition, please check your return flight details with your representative or our resort office. Quality Charter 5113 EXCLUSIVE MEMBERSHIP AITO sets criteria regarding ownership, finance and quality which must be satisfied before new companies are admitted to membership. All members are required to adhere to a Code of Business Practice which encourages high operational standards and conduct. FINANCIAL SECURITY An AITO member is required to arrange financial protection for all holidays and other arrangements (including accommodation only) booked by customers with the member under the AITO logo. This financial protection applies to customers who are resident in the UK at the time of booking and to most overseas customers who have booked directly with the member. In doing so, the member must comply with UK government regulations. Members are required to submit details of their financial protection arrangements to AITO on a regular basis. ACCURATE BROCHURES & WEB SITES All members do their utmost to ensure that all their brochures and other publications, print or electronic, clearly and accurately describe the holidays and services offered. PROFESSIONAL SERVICE & CONTINUAL IMPROVEMENTS All members are committed to high standards of service and believe in regular and thorough training of employees. Members continually seek to review and improve their holidays. They listen to their customers and always welcome suggestions for improving standards. MONITORING STANDARDS AITO endeavours to monitor quality standards regularly. All customers should receive a post-holiday questionnaire the results of which are scrutinised by the Association. 80 Time difference No difference in time except April October when the UK is one hour ahead, due to British Summer Time. Transfers Transfers will be in coaches, mini-buses or 4x4 vehicles and may not be direct to your hotel, however please contact us if you would like to arrange a private transfer for your party. Transfer times from the airport to your hotel in The Gambia are generally short and you can reach most hotels in under 30 minutes, however these do vary depending on the hotel and route taken. For more details see page 13. The transfer to Senegal from Banjul will also include a crossing on the Barra Ferry, which may be on foot (escorted) to avoid traffic queues. Some of the journey to hotels in the Sine Saloum Delta will be along a bumpy track. For transfer times see hotel pages. Weather The climate in The Gambia and Senegal is very similar which is pleasantly tropical with year-round average temperatures between 29 C and 34 C and uninterrupted sunshine from November to June. There is a green season between July and October where spectacular short rainstorms can punctuate the hot sun. SUSTAINABLE TOURISM All members acknowledge the importance of AITO s Sustainable tourism ethos, which recognises the social, economic and environmental responsibilities of tour operating. CUSTOMER RELATIONS All members endeavour to deal swiftly and fairly with any issues their customers may raise. In the unlikely event that a dispute between an AITO member and a customer cannot be settled amicably, AITO s low-cost Independent Dispute Settlement Service may be called upon by either side to bring the matter to a speedy and acceptable conclusion. Serenity Holidays is a member of the Association of Independent Tour Operators. To contact the association, visit or call ABTOT The Association of bonded travel organisers trust Limited (ABTOT) provides financial protection under the Package travel, Package Holidays and Package tours regulations 1992 for Serenity Holidays and in the event of their insolvency, protection is provided for the following: 1. non-flight packages commencing in and returning to the UK; 2. non-flight packages commencing and returning to a country other than the UK; and 3. flight inclusive packages that commence outside of the UK, which are sold to customers outside of the UK. 1, 2 and 3 provides for a refund in the event you have not yet travelled. 1 and 3 provides for repatriation. Please note that bookings made outside the UK are only protected by ABTOT when purchased directly with Serenity Holidays. For more information or to book online visit Gambia.co.uk

19 FAQs Frequently Asked Questions As a specialist tour operator, we have compiled an extensive list of regular questions to ensure you make the most of your holiday and know what to expect. Please see online at Gambia.co.uk/FAQs but here are answers to some of the most common. mandina lodges Q. What are the beaches like? The Gambia is renowned for its uncrowded, sandy beaches and there are beautiful, wide stretches of sand in most resorts. Kololi suffers from ongoing erosion from the strong Atlantic currents, however it remains a popular resort for holidaymakers. In Senegal, the hotels are mostly located by rivers, each with their own swimming pool, whilst away from the hotels the Sine Saloum Delta s riverine landscape is also dotted with small, sandy beaches. Q. Is it safe? Crime in The Gambia and Senegal against tourists is low so venturing outside the hotels is safe. In The Gambia you will experience bumsters, locals who try to make a living selling private excursions, handicrafts and working as unofficial guides. They can be persistent to the point of nuisance and although the Gambia Tourism Board has successfully reduced the number of bumsters, there is still more work to do. You will experience less hassle in Senegal. In both countries we would advise you to exercise caution and not show off valuables, as in any foreign country. Q. Will one of your representatives visit our hotel? In The Gambia we have a large, year-round resort team and our representatives visit the hotels every day except Sunday to help guests make the most of their holiday. Our reps do not currently visit any of our Unique Collection properties, Leo s Beach Hotel, White Horse Residence or Hibiscus House as these all offer their own very personal service. In Senegal, the hotel staff look after our guests and telephone numbers will be provided in case we can assist in any way. Q. Can I eat outside the hotel? The Gambia is fortunate to have a wide selection of excellent quality, good value restaurants, including Lebanese, Thai, Indian and traditional Gambian cuisine. Many are within walking distance of the hotels but it is also possible to book a taxi with waiting time for a special evening out. Our Gambia Guide includes money off vouchers at many restaurants. Q. How do I book excursions? We offer a wide range of excursions from 4-wheel drive tours to relaxing boat trips on the river. The easiest way to find out more and to book is by attending the welcome meeting held by our representatives, although a couple of excursions such as Ida s home cooking experience and private birdwatching trips can also be booked in the UK to avoid disappointment. Some of the smaller, more remote unique properties, which our representatives do not visit, offer their own excursion programme on request, enabling you to immerse yourself in the local culture and wildlife. Q. Will I find Wi-Fi in my hotel? A growing number of hotels do now have Wi-Fi access either in public areas or rooms, and some have internet cafés; we can advise on which properties are best suited to your needs. However, please note that the connection can be very erratic and slow. Contact your Local Travel Agent or call our experts on

20 Flights & Upgrades The Gambia Experience offers the widest choice of year-round flights to The Gambia. We operate from three different airports during winter with a new and upgraded flight service from London Gatwick. titan AIRWAYS We are delighted to be partnering with awardwinning charter airline Titan Airways on our London to Banjul route for Winter 2015/16. They pride themselves on their high standards of customer service and punctuality and have gained an excellent reputation within the industry and with customers over the last 26 years. Titan have operated our Corsica flights for the last six years and customer feedback has been the highest of any of our carriers, past and present. The aircraft we are using will offer comfortable modern seating throughout and an on-board experience that Titan describe as flying as it used to be, driven by service not sales. Gambia Flight only tickets For flight only prices, including one ways, flexible tickets and long duration flights, please visit Gambiaflights.co.uk. Flexible ticket holders and Star Service passengers will receive an increased luggage allowance of 30kg. Winter 2015/16 Tuesday and Friday direct, daytime flights from Gatwick (weekend breaks, 10 & 11 nights and longer duration holidays available) Monday direct flight from Gatwick (Christmas to February) Wednesday and Saturday flights from Manchester (10 & 11 nights and longer duration holidays available) Tuesday flight from Birmingham NEW Star Service upgrades available from Gatwick (see below) Exit seats from all airports available at a supplement 90 minute regional and Star Service check-in from UK Customers visiting Senegal will fly in and out of Banjul Summer 2016 Direct London to Banjul weekly flights (long duration holidays available) Exit seats are available at a supplement Exit seats Exit seats are available as an upgrade on all our flights with prices from 25 one way. Introducing our star service Our new Star Service offers additional benefits both at the airport and on board, and is available on all Gatwick flights during winter. Below is a comprehensive summary of what you can expect, however our reservations team would be happy to provide further information on this new service, or visit our website at Gambia.co.uk/FlightUpgrades Supplement from 249 return, or from 150 one way. Star Plus Seats in the front row of the aircraft enjoy additional legroom. Other benefits of Star Plus are 40kg luggage allowance and champagne on boarding. For further details please visit Gambia.co.uk/FlightUpgrades Star Plus supplement from 349 return, or from 200 one way. Christmas & New Year additional Star supplements apply to each sector as follows: From UK: 18 Dec 50, 21/22 Dec 80, 25 Dec 50, 28/29 Dec 80 From Banjul: 28/29 Dec 50, 1 Jan 80, 4/5 Jan 80, 8 Jan 50 STAR SERVICE Pre-bookable seats Dedicated check-in & priority boarding UK & Banjul Executive lounge at Gatwick and First Class lounge in Banjul Increased luggage allowance of 30kg Separate area at front of aircraft Modern leather seats that are innovatively designed to convert to a comfortable 2-2 configuration throughout, giving more personal comfort and space Individual entertainment system Complimentary bar service (excluding champagne) Enhanced meal service Star Service 82 For more information or to book online visit Gambia.co.uk

21 winter 2015/16 FLiGHt details to banjul international Airport Programmed fl ights operate from November to April and are non-stop. Additional Christmas fl ights may be added, please call for details. WINTER 2015/16 FLIGHTS From day UK UK Flight Available depart depart Arrive Supplements Upgrades Gatwick Tuesday nil nil nil Star / Exit Gatwick Friday Star / Exit Gatwick Monday nil 30 nil Star / Exit Manchester Wednesday Exit Manchester Saturday 0940 / / 0410* Exit Birmingham Tuesday Exit Carriers are: Titan Airways and Thomas Cook Airlines. Flight schedules are subject to change. *Flight arrives the following day. Operating 21 Dec 15 to 22 Feb 16. Early schedule operates until 12 Dec 15. to 10/12 11/12 to 31/12 from 01/01 Holiday Insurance Our customers should be adequately insured ahead of their holiday, and we are pleased to offer travel insurance through t&g, including ZERO EXCESS on claims made on both single trip and annual policies (excluding personal liability) where usually this would be 50 or more. This policy is tailormade to the specifi c needs of our customers travelling to The Gambia & Senegal and includes additional areas of cover, such as delays or cancellation due to snow, sandstorms or volcanic ash. premiums per person (including 20% insurance premium tax) Single trip Adult Adult 66-9 Child 2-1 Up to 10 days Up to 1 days Up to 24 days Longer durations, couples, family and worldwide annual policies (excluding US, and including 1 days winter sports cover) are also available. Annual multi-trip Adult Couple Family 1 year from date of purchase Full details of the policy will be sent with your confi rmation invoice. There is a day cooling off period from the date of sale wherein the policy may be cancelled without charge. Cancellation or curtailment 5,000 Medical expenses including medical emergency assistance 5,000,000 Missed departure 1,000 Missed connection 1,000 SUmmAry of Cover - Key points Personal accident 25,000 Personal effects 2,500 ( 400 single item limit) Personal liability 2,000,000 ( 250 excess applies) Legal expenses 15,000 (All maximum limits per person) The policy does not cover any pre-existing health conditions of the persons travelling and others upon whose health the trip may depend unless a health check has been carried out by calling , and cover is confi rmed in writing. Contact your Local travel Agent or call our experts on

22 WINTER PRICES Summer pricing - call or go online Prices are in s per person on stated board basis and room choice from Gatwick on a Tuesday and include 1 APD (refunded for children aged 2-11), 20 ADF and 40 of other known taxes and charges. For all flight supplements see pages All supplements and room upgrades shown are per person per night (unless otherwise stated) based on twin occupancy. 1-Nov 15-Nov 16-Nov 10-DEc 11-dec 1-dec 18-dec 24-dec 25-dec 31-dec 1-jan 10-jan 11-jan -feb 8-feb 18-feb 19-feb 28-Feb 29-Feb 24-mar 25-mar 31-Mar Coco Ocean Resort & Spa 10 pg 24 Ngala Lodge 10 Pg The Kairaba Beach Hotel pg 28 Leo s Beach Hotel pg 30 White Horse Residence pg 32 Mandina Lodges pg 36 Fathala Wildlife Reserve pg 38 Sandele Eco-Retreat pg 42 Tanji Bird Reserve Eco-Lodge pg 43 Gambia Coral Beach Hotel & Spa pg 46 Kombo Beach Hotel pg 48 Ocean Bay Hotel pg 50 Senegambia Hotel pg 52 Bakotu Hotel pg 54 Lemon Creek Hotel pg 56 Bijilo Beach Hotel pg 58 Bungalow Beach Aparthotel pg 59 Sunset Beach Hotel pg 60 Sarge s Hotel pg 61 African Village pg * 3* 3* 3* 10 10/ /11 10/11 10/11 10/ For other hotels, longer durations and summer

23 GAMBIA.CO.UK LOCAL TRAVEL AGENTS 1-apr 10-apr 11-apr 30-apr BOARD BASIS AIR- Conditioning SINGLE ROOM 3RD PERSON CHILD SHARING SHARING (2-12YRS) CUISINE Choice ROOM CHOICE Flights B&B included B&B included 65 n/a n/a deluxe suite 18 superior suite 24 club villa from 34 beach house 60 prices based on junior suite suite 10 / the penthouse 19 manor suite 25 atlantic suite 39 macondo suite from 45 prices based on standard suite B&B included bon appetit (per week) 18 2 superior deluxe premium suite standard room prices based on deluxe room B&B included from n/a 19 one-bedroom suite prices based on standard suite n/a 20 n/a - 15 included n/a 5-40 (10+ years only) - 40 B&B included 40 n/a - 30 n/a B&B n/a 6 n/a - 5 full board included payable locally included 10 payable locally mangrove / floating lodge stilted lodge prices based on jungle lodge guest room prices based on suite 9 / *3 night add on prices do not include flights but do include transfers. Longer durations also available please call for prices all-inclusive included from (on all-inclusive) bed & breakfast n/a - 30 beach baobab sunset palm 18 beach palm 24 prices based on standard baobab room B&B included superior room premium room studio suite prices based on standard room B&B included all-inclusive light 20 3 deluxe from 8 premium suite from 18 prices based on standard room B&B included from superior room studio kololi apartment prices based on standard room B&B 8.50 from family room prices based on standard room nil B&B studio prices based on standard room B&B included one-bedroom apartment prices based on standard room self-catering payable locally smaller single studio nil sea view / deluxe apartment 5 / 16 prices based on standard apartment B&B included apartment B&B payable locally n/a deluxe room B&B payable locally smaller single room sea view nil 5 prices call or visit Gambia.co.uk 85

24 Prices are in s per person on stated board basis and room choice from Gatwick on a Tuesday and include 1 APD (refunded for children aged 2-11), 20 ADF and 40 of other known taxes and charges. For all flight supplements see pages All supplements and room upgrades shown are per person per night based on twin occupancy for November to April. Please call or visit Senegal.co.uk for longer durations, May to October prices and supplements. WINTER PRICES Keur Saloum Pg NOV 15-NOV 16-NOV 10-DEC 11-DEC 1-DEC 18-DEC 24-DEC 25-DEC 31-DEC 1-JAN -FEB 08-FEB 18-FEB 19-FEB 24-MAR 25-MAR 31-MAR 1-APR 10-APR 11-APR 30-APR Air-conditioning included, single room 11, 3rd person sharing - 8, child sharing (2-11yrs) - 12, full board 13, suite upgrade 1. Prices based on and in a standard room. 3 night add on prices do not include flights but do include transfers. Domaine les Palétuviers Pg Air-conditioning included, single room 12, 3rd person sharing - 10, child sharing (2-11yrs) - 16, full board, family rooms available, please call for details. Prices based on and in a standard room. 3 night add on prices do not include flights but do include transfers. Souimanga Lodge Pg Air-conditioning included, single room from 31, 3rd / 4th person sharing a suite 13, lagune lodge upgrade 10, suite upgrade 95. Prices based on and in a standard jardin lodge. 3 night add on prices do not include flights but do include transfers. Les Collines de Niassam Pg Single room from 31, 3rd person sharing - 13, child sharing (2-11yrs) - 33, full board 12, water house upgrade 15, bungalow upgrade 3, family room upgrade Prices based on and in a tree house. 3 night add on prices do not include flights but do include transfers. HOW TO BOOK CALL OR CHAT ONLINE WITH OUR EXPERT TEAM Our reservations staff will be happy to share their knowledge of the countries and help you plan your holiday. Our office opening hours are: 9am pm Monday to Friday 9am 5pm Saturday 10am 4pm Sunday The office may be closed during national and bank holidays. Calls may be recorded for training purposes. LOYALTY DISCOUNT Valued clients who have previously travelled with The Gambia Experience or The Senegal Experience in the last three years will qualify for a discount of 35 per person, a reduced deposit of 5 and a 10% discount on insurance premiums. The discount must be claimed at time of booking and is available throughout the year on hotel-inclusive holidays only, booked at the full brochure price and cannot be used in conjunction with a group discount. VISIT YOUR LOCAL TRAVEL AGENT If you obtained this brochure through a travel agent, you will be able to book with them. VISIT GAMBIA.CO.UK You can check availability, prices and book your holiday or flight 24 hours a day online at Gambia.co.uk, Gambiaflights.co.uk or Senegal.co.uk 86 BOOKING CHECKLIST Deposit only 125 per person Make sure you have adequate insurance Seek travel health advice from GP Check your confirmation invoice Pay balance eight weeks prior to departure Payment by bank transfer, online, debit card or credit card (2% charge) Complete Additional Passenger Information (API) online RING THE GAMBIA EXPERIENCE ON OR THE SENEGAL EXPERIENCE ON For more information or to book online visit Gambia.co.uk

25 The Gambia Experience and The Senegal Experience is operated by Serenity Holidays (Serenity Holidays Ltd). We are committed to a policy of fair trading and make every effort to ensure that you have an enjoyable holiday with us. Our terms of trade have been formulated as a result of our responsibilities under law and in no way affect your statutory rights as a consumer. We accept responsibility for the quality of the holidays we provide and the excursions booked with our local representatives. Please read this carefully and keep with you on holiday as it sets out the basis of the contract between you and Serenity Holidays Ltd. We are a member of ABTA, membership number V5963. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you an arbitration scheme for the resolution of disputes arising out of, or in connection with this contract. Further information on the Code and arbitration can be found at DATA PROTECTION When you make an enquiry or booking with us, information about you is collected. This refers to information such as your name, contact details, travel preferences and any special needs/disabilities or dietary requirements. By giving us these details, you consent for these to be used as necessary in processing your booking and complying with legal requirements (e.g. forwarding passenger lists to airlines). We may also use your details to send you future holiday brochures or advise of special offers from ourselves - should you NOT want to receive these, please tell us. Some of your information may be considered sensitive personal data under the Data Protection Act 1998, which will only be used when it is necessary for us to communicate your needs to a hotel or airline. For more information please refer to our Privacy Statement shown on our websites Gambia.co.uk or Senegal.co.uk We sell the following arrangements: Package Holiday A package holiday is a combination of at least two of the following services (a) transport, (b) accommodation or (c) other tourist services (not ancillary to any transport or accommodation and forming a significant part of the arrangements) where booked through us at an inclusive price. Accommodation or Flight only If you book accommodation or flight only through us, we will accept responsibility for your booking in accordance with the terms set out in the relevant sections below. As this is a single component, the Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992 do not apply. FINANCIAL SECURITY: If you book a package holiday through us the Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992 require us to provide security for the monies that you pay for the package holidays booked from this broczhure. For packages that include flights we provide this security by way of an ATOL (number 1866) administered by the Civil Aviation Authority. When you buy an ATOL protected air holiday package, or flight only arrangements, you will receive a confirmation invoice from us (or via your travel agent through which you booked) confirming your arrangements and your protection under our Air Travel Organiser s Licence number [1866]. In the unlikely event of our insolvency, the CAA will ensure that you are not stranded abroad and will arrange to refund any money you have paid to us for an advance booking. If we are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable). You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme. For further information visit the ATOL website at The price of our air holiday packages includes the ATOL Protection Contribution (APC) we pay to the CAA. This charge is included in our advertised prices. For packages that do not include flights, as a member of the Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust Limited (ABTOT) Serenity Holidays Ltd has provided a bond to meet the requirements of the Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations In the event of Serenity Holidays insolvency, protection is provided for non-flight packages commencing in and returning to the UK and other non-flight packages excluding pre-arranged travel to and from your destination. Please note that packages booked outside the UK are only protected when purchased directly with Serenity Holidays Ltd. In the above circumstances, if you have not yet travelled you may claim a refund, or if you have already travelled, you may claim repatriation to the starting point of your non-flight package. Flight Only arrangements are protected by our ATOL (number 1866) as described above. 1. YOUR HOLIDAY BOOKING When making a booking you must be aged over 18 years and have the authority to accept and do accept on behalf of your party the terms of these booking conditions. All correspondence and documents are sent to the party leader who is responsible to us for all payments in respect of the booking. The contract is made on the terms of the information in this brochure, the details set out in the confirmation invoice. We agree that the courts of England and Wales have jurisdiction and English Law applies (unless you live in Scotland or Northern Ireland, in which case you can bring proceedings in your local court under Scottish or Northern Irish law, as applicable). Our confirmation invoice is our acceptance of the booking (as detailed therein), and the contract is made on its issue. We ask you to check the details and any anomaly should be reported to us or your travel agent immediately otherwise the details shown on the confirmation will be presumed to be correct. Verbal quotations should not be considered binding until the first invoice confirmation is received. All holidays and offers published in this brochure are subject to availability at the time of booking. 2. PAYMENT If you wish to confirm a booking you must pay the deposit of 125pp. Your final payment will be detailed on your invoice and must be paid in full no later than 8 weeks before your departure, or your booking may be deemed cancelled and your deposits retained. If payment for your holiday is made by credit card a handling fee, currently 2% will be levied. 3. IF YOU WISH TO CANCEL YOUR BOOKING You will need to let us know as soon as possible either by telephone or in writing (or must ensure your travel agent does so on your behalf). Since we incur costs from the time we confirm your booking, the cancellation charges set out below will apply, calculated from the date on which we receive your notice of cancellation. You will then receive a cancellation invoice detailing any charges. No of days before departure More than 56 days days days days Less than 15 days Cancellation charge Loss of deposit 40% 65% 90% 100% The charges above apply to your total holiday price excluding any insurance premiums, amendment charges or charges for goods sold and dispatched. The conditions of your travel insurance policy may allow a refund claim. Please note: if any members of your party cancel, but the others still wish to travel, it may be necessary to re-calculate the cost per person based on the new party size as the accommodation may now be under-occupied. This may result in an increased amount per person payable to secure the original booking. 4. CHARGES FOR NON-INCLUSIVE HOTEL ITEMS AND DAMAGES You enter into a separate contract with the hotel or residence for these items (e.g. parking, bar bills etc.), and agree to pay locally for any charges for items or services used by your party and not included in your holiday price. The accommodation we arrange for you can only be used by those people named on your Invoice. You are not allowed to share the accommodation with anyone else or let others stay there. 5. IF YOU REQUEST A CHANGE TO YOUR BOOKING All amendments to your booking, e.g. name changes, dates of travel or accommodation, will incur a charge, the amount of which will depend on the nature of the change and the time before the date of travel. Any changes made within 8 weeks of departure may be treated as cancellations and re-bookings. The lead name on a booking cannot be changed under any circumstances and this would also be classed as a cancellation and re-booking. 6. IF YOU BOOK THROUGH A TRAVEL AGENT we will assume that in dealing with us the agent is acting on your behalf. All monies you pay to the travel agent are held by him on our behalf at all times.. IF WE CHANGE YOUR HOLIDAY Although it is unlikely, we may occasionally have to change your holiday arrangements and we reserve the right to change or cancel your booking. Most changes are minor and we will always endeavour to advise you or your travel agent of any such changes at the earliest possible date. Note: Any amendment or cancellation fees you incur in terms of other arrangements you have made with other providers under separate contracts are not claimable from us. Package Holiday & Flight only: A change of airline, aircraft type, overseas airport of destination, travel timings by 12 hours or less and accommodation of a similar or higher standard in the same resort or region are classed as minor changes which do not entitle you to cancel or change to another holiday / flight without paying our normal administration charges, and for which no compensation or refund is due. In accordance with EU Regulation 2111/2005 we are required to advise you of the actual carrier operating your flight/connecting flight/transfer. We do this by listing carriers to be used or likely to be used as follows: Titan Airways, Thomas Cook Airlines, Small Planet Airlines and Germania. Any changes to the actual airline after you have received your tickets will be notified to you as soon as possible and in all cases at check-in or at the boarding gate. The carrier may occasionally have to change the type of aircraft used on a particular flight without advance warning. In such circumstances where you have booked and paid an additional seat supplement and such seat cannot be provided, then you will receive only a refund of the supplement paid. Occasionally, we have to make major changes to your travel arrangements or accommodation. A major change is a change made before departure, which, on the basis of the information given to us by you at the time of booking we can reasonably expect will have a major effect on your holiday. The following changes are examples of major changes: changing travel times by over 12 hours, your UK departure airport (excluding London airports), your holiday region, a change to a lower standard or type of accommodation or reducing the number of days holiday. If we have to make a major change or cancel your holiday we will tell you as soon as possible. Where possible, we will offer the following options: you can either a) accept the changed arrangements b) purchase another holiday/flight from us at the advertised current selling price or c) cancel your booking upon which we will refund your monies in full and final settlement. If you have booked a Package Holiday, subject to the note below, irrespective of whether you choose a), b) or c) we will pay compensation to passengers who paid the full brochure price as follows: No of days before departure More than 56 days days days 8 - days Less than 8 days Accommodation only: If we make a change to your accommodation and you don t want to accept it, you can take any alternative we are able to offer you (you will pay the increase in cost if the replacement is advertised at a higher price than your original booking, or receive a refund of the difference if it is less expensive) or a refund of the money you have paid to us. This does not apply where the change is not material. Examples of non-material changes include, but are not limited to, temporary withdrawal of facilities or seasonal unavailability of amenities. If we have to cancel your accommodation, again we may be able to offer you an alternative. If you accept it, you would pay the difference if it was advertised at a higher price than your original accommodation, or receive a refund of the difference if it was advertised at a lower price. Or we will refund the monies you have paid us for your accommodation. We will not be responsible to pay any compensation following a change or a cancellation by us. Applicable to Package Holiday, Accommodation or Flight only bookings: Amount for each full fare paying adult Nil Note: If a change or cancellation occurs because of circumstances beyond our control, for example war, threat of war, riots, civil disturbances, actual or threatened terrorist activity and its consequences, industrial disputes, natural or nuclear disasters, fire, health risks, adverse weather conditions, hurricanes, floods, unavoidable technical problems with transport, closure or congestion of airports or ports, epidemic or pandemic illness and all similar situations we will have no liability to you. No compensation payments, expenses or any other sums, including the cost of securing alternative accommodation will be paid by us. 8. IF YOU HAVE A COMPLAINT In the unlikely event you have cause for complaint whilst abroad, about the accommodation or about any other element of your holiday, you must refer it immediately to our local representative. It is unreasonable for you to take little or no action whilst on holiday and wait until you return to complain, and you must take reasonable steps to minimise the consequences of the problem. If you fail to follow this simple procedure we will have been deprived of the opportunity to investigate and rectify your complaint whilst you were in resort and this may affect your rights under this contract. If a problem cannot be resolved locally you should complete and sign a Guest Comment form in resort, setting out the details of the problem. This should be handed to your representative who will give you a copy; it is essential that you also report the problem to any supplier of the service you are complaining about. Any complaint must also be followed by written confirmation of all the details, with any supporting evidence, within 28 days of your return from holiday. 9. OUR RESPONSIBILITY Package Holiday: If the contract we have with you is not performed or is improperly performed by us or our suppliers we will pay you appropriate compensation if this has affected the enjoyment of your travel arrangements. However, we will not be liable where any failure in the performance of the contract is due to: you; or a third party unconnected with the provision of the travel arrangements and where the failure is unforeseeable or unavoidable; or unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised; or an event which we or our suppliers, even with all due care, could not foresee or forestall. Our liability, except in cases involving death, injury or illness, shall be limited to a maximum of [3] times the cost of your travel arrangements. Our liability will also be limited in accordance with and/or in an identical manner to: (a) The contractual terms of the companies that provide the transportation for your travel arrangements. These terms are incorporated into this contract; and (b) Any relevant international convention, for example the Montreal Convention in respect of travel by air, the Athens Convention in respect of travel by sea, the Berne Convention in respect of travel by rail and the Paris Convention in respect of the provision of accommodation, which limit the amount of compensation that you can claim for death, injury, delay to passengers and loss, damage and delay to luggage. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of any limitation of compensation contained in these or any conventions. You can ask for copies of the transport companies contractual terms, or the international conventions, from our offices: Serenity Holidays Ltd, Atlantic House, 3600 Parkway, Solent Business Park, Fareham, Hampshire PO15 AN. We do not accept liability for happenings or actions outside our control, e.g. delays to travel services, the temporary invasion of pests, the presence of indigenous animals or insects, government action, industrial disputes, damage or inconvenience resulting from the weather (e.g. drought conditions) or from acts of God, or your party s negligence resulting in loss or accident. If the contract we have with you is not performed or is improperly performed as a result of failures attributable to a third party unconnected with the provision of the services, or as a result of failures due to unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised, or an event which we or our suppliers, even with all due care, could not foresee or forestall, and you suffer an injury or other material loss, we will offer you such prompt assistance as is reasonable in the circumstances. If you have taken our recommended insurance cover, you must make an insurance claim in respect of any legal fees incurred abroad for that purpose, and if you have taken alternative insurance, you must do likewise under any Legal Expenses cover provided by it. You must also provide us with the confirmation from the insurance company of receipt of your notification to them of your claim. Excursions or other tours that you may choose to book or pay for whilst you are on holiday are not part of your package holiday provided by us. For any excursion or other tour that you book, your contract will be with the operator of the excursion or tour and not with us. We are not responsible for the provision of the excursion or tour or for anything that happens during the course of its provision by the operator. FAIR TRADING CHARTER Accommodation only: We have a duty to select the accommodation providers with reasonable skill and care. We have no liability to you for the actual provision of the accommodation, except in cases where it is proved that we have breached that duty and damage to you has been caused. Therefore, providing we have selected the provider with reasonable care and skill, we will have no liability to you for anything that happens at the accommodation or any acts or omissions of the provider or others. We also have no liability in the following situations: i. where the accommodation cannot be provided as booked due to circumstances beyond our control (see the Note in clause ) ii. where you incur any loss or damage that could not have been foreseen at the time of your booking, based on the information provided by you. iii. where you incur any loss or damage that relates to any business activity. iv. where any loss or damage relates to any services which do not form part of our contract with you. If we are found liable to you on any basis, we limit the amount we have to pay you to a maximum of three times the cost of your accommodation. This limit does not apply to cases involving death or injury. 10. YOUR RESPONSIBILITY You undertake to exercise due and reasonable care in respect of your holiday accommodation and its contents, to leave it in a clean and complete condition, to respect local and on-site regulations and bye-laws, to limit party numbers to those on your confirmation, to remit payments as invoiced on or before the due dates, to indemnify us against all loss or damage arising directly or indirectly from any act, default or omission of your party, and not to exceed the published occupation capacity of the accommodation. Any serious abuse of a property or its contents may render you liable to eviction without compensation. 11. PRICES AND SURCHARGES The price of your holiday was calculated using the exchange rate of 1 = 1.35 on 20th February We reserve the right to increase or reduce prices, and the current price of your holiday will be advised to you at the time of booking. Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of all the information and prices provided to you, regrettably errors do occasionally occur. In the event that an incorrect price has been given in error, any booking made based on this price, will not be valid. You will be advised of the mistake at the earliest opportunity and you will then have the option either to pay the correct price for the travel arrangements or to cancel and receive a full refund of any monies you may already have paid. Once you have booked your holiday we reserve the right to surcharge for cost increases due to government action such as changes in VAT or any other government imposed charges, transportation costs (including the cost of fuel), taxes or fees chargeable for services such as landing taxes, embarkation or disembarkation fees at airports, and exchange rates. Package Holidays There will be no charge within 30 days of your departure. We will absorb such increases up to 2% of your basic holiday price (excluding insurance premiums and any amendment charges). If the surcharge is greater than 10% of your holiday price you have the option of changing to another holiday that we offer (if we are able to offer an alternative you will not have to pay more, but if it is of a lower quality you will be refunded the difference in price) or you have the right to cancel (within days of receiving surcharge notification), in which case we will refund in full all monies paid to us except insurance premiums and any amendment charges. Should the price of your holiday go down due to the changes mentioned above, by more than 2% of your holiday cost, then any refund due will be paid to you. However, please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes will have no impact on the price of your holiday due to contractual and other protection in place. Accommodation and Flight only We reserve the right to pass on all increases. If we ask you to pay us any increases in taxes, similarly, if any taxes you have paid to us are reduced or abolished, you will be entitled to claim a refund. Such right shall not apply in respect of any surcharge paid in respect of aviation fuel costs. 12. TRAVEL SERVICES When you travel by air the relevant carrier s Conditions of Carriage will apply to your journey, some of which may limit liability or exclude liability in accordance with the relevant international conventions. Copies of the conditions are available for inspection at any ABTA travel agent. Information given by us about such services is for guidance only and the carriers concerned accept no responsibility for our brochures. It is your responsibility to report promptly at the check-in times given by the carriers and with the appropriate valid travel documents (e.g. passports), and we cannot be held responsible for any costs incurred by you if you fail to do so. Occasionally there are times beyond our control when a flight is delayed. We will work closely with the airline and our resort office to make sure any delay is as short as possible and that your overseas transfer and accommodation arrangements are changed if necessary. Our aim is to minimise the inconvenience of delays as far as possible. Under EU law you have rights in some circumstances to refunds and/or compensation from your airline in cases of denied boarding, cancellation or delays to flights. Full details of these rights will be publicised at EU airports and will also be available from airlines. Please note that reimbursement in such cases is the responsibility of the airline and will not automatically entitle you to a refund of your holiday cost from us. Your right to a refund and/or compensation from us is set out in clause if we change your holiday.. If your airline does not comply with these rules you should complain to the Passengers Advice and Complaints team at the CAA ( passengercomplaints@caa.co.uk website In March 2006 the European Commission published a list of airlines considered to be unsafe and which are therefore not permitted to fly passengers or Cargo in the EU or operate within the European airspace. This list is updated every three months and can be viewed by clicking on the website for the European Commission Alternatively, should you wish to be sent a copy of the list, please contact us either by telephone or in writing. 13. TRAVEL INSURANCE You agree to our requirement: at the time of booking your holiday you either accept our travel insurance or you or your travel agent make immediate alternative arrangements with cover at least equal to our own policy.. SWIMMING POOLS AND OTHER FACILITIES Where a swimming pool or other facility is referred to as being available for use, such availability is at the hotelier s discretion and is understood to be conditional upon temporary or unavoidable closure necessitated by: the hotels essential maintenance programme, accident, damage or malfunction of equipment, and in the case of swimming pools: compliance with any water conservation regulations imposed in times of drought, damage or malfunction of the mains water supply. The above are understood to be a result of force majeure and not to reflect on our failure to deliver an advertised facility. 15. ARBITRATION In the unlikely event that a complaint cannot be settled amicably between us, you may if you wish refer the matter to arbitration under a special scheme, which, though devised by arrangement with ABTA is administered quite independently (details on request or from the ABTA website This is a simple method of arbitration on documents alone with restricted cost liability to the customer. The rules of the scheme provide that the application for arbitration must be made within eighteen months of the date of return from the holiday but in special circumstances it may still be offered outside of this period. The scheme does not apply to claims over 5,000 per person or 25,000 per booking, nor to claims mainly or solely in respect of injury or illness or their consequences. Alternatively, AITO s Independent Dispute Settlement Service may be called upon by either side to bring the matter to a speedy and amicable solution. 16. PASSPORT/VISA It is the responsibility of all customers to ensure they have a valid passport and to check entry requirements such as passport validity and any required visa. In addition, you must consult your GP for advice regarding recommended medication and anti-malarial drugs before you book. 1. HOLIDAY PARTICIPATION Should anyone be refused admission to the flight or to the destination country by the airline or government authority due to the correct documentation not being in order then we are powerless to assist and cannot be held responsible. Any passengers considered being unacceptably under the influence of alcohol or drugs may be denied boarding to the aircraft or entry into the country. In these circumstances we shall consider the customer as having given notice of cancellation and be under no liability for any costs or charges incurred as a result of our doing so. Contact your Local Travel Agent or call our experts on

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