Top 15 Must-Visit Destinations in The Gambia
What attracts many visitors to The Gambia are the stunning beaches – of which there are numerous options.
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What attracts many visitors to The Gambia are the stunning beaches – of which there are numerous options.
In the heart of The Gambia, on a bend in the country’s eponymous river, lies the River Gambia National Park. This vast area of protected forest is home to the Chimpanzee Rehabilitation Project, a conservation organization – founded 40 years ago this year – which protects more than 100 chimps living wild on three islands. Follow Joseph Reaney as he visits the project and has unforgettable encounters with our species’ closest relative.
Home to a mere 80km of coastline, the tiny West African nation of The Gambia has long captivated travellers with its gorgeous palm-fringed beaches, traditional villages and lush coastal reserves teeming with birdlife.