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About this trip
Close your eyes… envision your feet touching the soil of where life began.
Now take a deep breath... imagine being fully immersed in the language, food, culture, folklore, music, art and dance of Africa. Awaken your senses to the endless possibilities of an extraordinary place filled with mysticism coupled with a rich and dynamic history.
Exhale… indulge yourself with sensational cultural workshops and experiences unlike any other. Wake up every morning to the sights and sounds of Africa and prepare for a guaranteed adventure of a lifetime.
It’s time to open your eyes.
Join us on a three-week voyage to The Gambia, Sénégal, and Mali in West Africa. Explore some of the most powerful and historical sites in both Countries while tasting authentic traditional dishes and taking part in daily folkloric practices of drumming and dance by legendary artists and entertainers.
Visit the exciting market places in Serekunda and Achellum and shop for one of a kind items. Then, enjoy the relaxing atmosphere at one of the many forest parks, beaches, and/or the buzzing nightlife.
You will dwell in a comfortable, shared, traditional housing, fully immersed with the locals having all amenities. Inquire within for individual room.
Fekk Ci Ñu! ~ "Join us" in the Wolof Language
The Gambia: Voyage Highlights
The Gambia or 'The Smiling Cost of Africa' is Africa's smallest nonisland country where the sun shines year-round. With miles of coastal beaches and the Gambia River running through the country’s entirety, Gambia is one of the most beautiful and peaceful lands in Africa.
National Museum of Gambia
Bijolo Monkey Forest Park
Oyster Lady Experience
Kachikally Crocodile Pool
The Gambia River Cruise ($$)
Serekunda Market Place
Masquerade Festival
Sénégal: Voyage Highlights
Senegal, a country with beautiful scenery and mass cultural preservations. It is situated on the coast of West Africa. Vibrant and welcoming Senegal is where rich traditions and natural beauty combine to great effect.
Fathala Wildlife Reserve (Excursions Available $$)
Renaissance Monument ($$)
Musee Civilisations Noires (Museum of Black Civilization $$)
Achellum Marketplace
Sandagar Marketplace
Pink Lake (Excursions Available $$)
Goree Island
Mali: Voyage Highlights
Mali is West Africa's beating heart. A country as rich in history as it is blessed with jaw dropping landscapes and diverse cultures. A country steeped in legend, music and incredible natural beauty, Mali is one of the most rewarding destinations in West Africa.
Artisana Marketplace
Niger River Cruise ($$)
Dembafoli
Donso Hunter Performance
Kirina Excursion ($$)
National Museum of Mali
National Ballet
Cultural Workshops
Kutiro, Bougarabou, Sabar, Balafon, Kora, Djembe, Djeli Dunun Classes, Song Classes
Language Experiences (Wolof, Mandika, Bambara)
What’s included
- Ground TransportationComfortable Ground Bus Transport
- AccommodationsShared Accommodations. Single Accommodations offered for an additional fee. Inquire within
- All WorkshopsDrum, Dance, Song, Language, Cooking
- 3 Daily MealsFresh and Nourishing Meals. Drinks Not Included. Vegan Options Available
- All Entry FeesSpecific Mentioned Points of Interest Only
What’s not included
- Airfare
- Visa
- Vaccinations
- Travel Insurance
- TipsBe prepared to tip the voyage hosts, drivers, instructors and artist/performers during festival events
- Optional ExcursionsThere is an abundance of excursions that you may want to explore in your spare time: horse back riding, camel riding, RTV, Jet Skiing, lion walk, etc.
Available Packages
December 28th-January 10th
14 days of immersion of Art, Music, Dance., Language and Culture.
*Pay in full discount ~ inquire within
*Group discount ~ inquire within
January 4th-January 17th
14 days of immersion of Art, Music, Dance., Language and Culture.
*Pay in full discount ~ inquire within
*Group discount ~ inquire within
December 28th-January 17th
21 days of immersion of Art, Music, Dance., Language and Culture.
*Pay in full discount ~ inquire within
*Group discount ~ inquire within
December 28th - January 3rd
7 days of immersion of Art, Music, Dance., Language and Culture.
*Pay in full discount ~ inquire within
*Group discount ~ inquire within
January 4th- 10th
7 days of immersion of Art, Music, Dance., Language and Culture.
*Pay in full discount ~ inquire within
*Group discount ~ inquire within
January 11th-17th
7 days of immersion of Art, Music, Dance., Language and Culture.
*Pay in full discount ~ inquire within
*Group discount ~ inquire within
Available options
One Hour Photo Shoot Includes one rented outfit and makeup application in a designated location either in The Gambia, Sénégal, or Mali.
1.5 Hour Private Lesson
Music
Language
Dance
Cooking
Song
Personal Interest Area
A walk and interaction with the lion's.
Itinerary
Arrive in Banjul, The Gambia
Check in Room
Welcome & Introductions/ Safety Talk/ Money Exchange
Brief Tour Around Surrounding Areas
Welcome Dinner
Culture Talk/ Reflection