Sun, sand, exciting entertainment and a bit of adventure, these are the exact ingredients that the family will get on their holiday in Gambia. Gambia is one of the smallest countries in Africa, with just one river flowing into the warm tropical sea, but it is one of the most child friendly places in Africa, where the most popular hotels are spread out along the white sandy beaches. The evening entertainment will really give you that African atmosphere, with drumming, dancing and even fire eating. Take the kids on a tour along the coastline or up river to one of the small National Parks, with a myriad of colourful bird life. But most of all just relax like the locals and watch the colourful world go by for a week or two while the kids swim, play water polo, learn windsurfing or go fishing. Check out our great selection of Child Friendly holidays in Gambia below or read on for some tips on attractions and days out.
Top Tips for that extra special family holiday in Gambia
- There are hundreds of species of beautifully coloured birds in The Gambia. Choose an excursion to see them at the Abuko Nature Reserve or the Bijilo Forest Park. Tell the kids to look out for monkeys and lizards as well.
- Banjul is the capital of Gambia and its colourful market is worth a visit. It is just the place to pick up a souvenir of local jewellery, a sculpture or some scintillating sarongs.
- Sindola Overnight Safari excursion takes you to explore the President’s Wildlife and Nature Reserve, where you will also get to visit a school and village for a real taste of local life.
- Take a fishing trip up the creek and sunbathe and bird watch at the same time.
- If the kids like horse riding its a great experience for them to ride along the beaches here.
- Take advantage of being a long way away from Leisure Centres and Activity Parks and encourage the kids to learn a new activity like riding fishing or windsurfing
Thomson offer a great range of family holidays to the Gambia. Look out for their Free Kids places
