Holiday in Gambia

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Gambia is a small country which takes its name from the winding river that runs through it, and is full of the culture of Africa. Its coastline is lined with palms all along the beautiful Atlantic waters. Further inland lies Africa's exotic wildlife and vegtitation. Take a package holiday to Gambia and experience the markets where trade is brisk in a colonial architecturall setting (from the 18th/19th century British occupation). If you are looking for a holiday in a country which speaks English and offers a true warm welcome then book a package holiday to Gambia. The temperatures are over 30 degrees with sunshine for 8 to 10 hours every day. Its very easy to see why people love to holiday in Gambia. Prices for package holidays in Gambia are extremely competitive. Gain some African sunshine by checking out the holidays available through Cosmos by clicking on the link above.

You will need to take note to use travellers cheques when taking a holiday in Gambia. Only a few places in Gambia accept credit cards, and the Bureaux de Change and local Gambia banks do not accept them. The ATMs in Senegambia and a few other locations do accept VISA but do NOT accept MASTERCARD.

Banjul

Founded by Britain in 1816, as a trading post and base for slave trade suppression, Banjul, the capital of Gambia, lies on the St Mary's Island at the banks of the River Gambia. Book a package holiday to Banjul and discover the history of Gambia, with its old British buildings, street markets and stalls with a great choice of goods on sale. Take a boat excersion out to Albreda (famous from the film/series 'Roots') and home to the slave houses and trading stations. Visit Cape Point just to the west.

Banjul Airport - 50 minutes approx.

Holiday in Cape Point

A little quieter than its neighbour Bakau, Cape Point is a great holiday destination to explore the essance of Gambia. In the day you can have a beach holiday or try out the watersports. And then after dark you can check out the local bars and restaurants. One of the best hotels is Sunbeach Hotel, which is a great place to relax, and lose the stresses of modern day living. Get a massage, and pamper yourself at the wellness centre there.

A Cape Point holiday is mainly for those who like the beach, with not a lot of other activities to do, but with Bakau about a mile away there is the ability to seek out 'the real Gambia' with its small villages and clapboard houses with shanty huts. And there are also visitor/tourist places such as the Botanical Gardens and a crocodile park. To the south of Cape Point lies Fajar with its swimming pool and golf club. Where there is also a bar, restaurant and more.

Holiday in Kololi

Kotu and Kololi lie just south of Banjul. If you want a relaxing beach holiday and get the flavour of the Gambian way of life, this is a great place to holiday. It has soft white sand, and is perfect for a relaxing beach holiday and leisurely walks. Kotu has a selection of beach hotels as well as market stalls and shops. There is an 18 hole golf course here too. Kololi developed a resort for the holiday maker who prefers a hotel based holiday with its ample restaurants, bars and a casino.

Banjul Airport - 40 minutes approx.

Holiday in Kotu

Take a relaxing package holiday in Kotu. You will be able to spend hours on the beach, and visit the Kotu centre day or night. Take your choice of eateries from a selection of cafes for an afternoon snack, and head to the beach bars to watch the Atlantic sun set. Visit the craft market at Bengdula and pick up spices, robes and wood carvings for your home souvenirs.

Holiday at Kombo Beach with comfortable rooms including air-conditioning. Surrounded by tropical gardens. The hotel has three restaurants with one offering buffet style. There is also a weekly BBQ to enjoy.

Banjul - Cape Point - Kololi - Kotu

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