Gambia · City Tours

8-Hour Banjul City and Nature Tour with Crocodile Pool and Bijilo

8 Hours Round trip from Banjul Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Banjul's iconic landmarks, including Arch 22, the National Museum, and Albert Market
02 Visit the sacred Kachikally Crocodile Pool and learn about its spiritual significance
03 Walk through Bijilo Forest Park's forest trails among green vervet and red colobus monkeys
04 Enjoy birdwatching in Bijilo Forest Park's peaceful natural setting

Experience an enriching full-day guided tour through the vibrant city of Banjul and its surrounding attractions. Explore iconic landmarks such as Arch 22 and the National Museum, shop at the bustling Albert Market, and visit the sacred Kachikally Crocodile Pool, where you can interact safely with live crocodiles. You will also have time for an optional local lunch before continuing to Bijilo Forest Park for a peaceful nature walk among monkeys and exotic birds.

Learn about the site's spiritual significance and interact safely with live crocodiles.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Banjul, Bakau, Bijilo Forest Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Banjul Landmarks, Kachikally Crocodile Pool, and Bijilo Forest Park

8:30 AM - Begin the Day
Begin the tour with pickup from your hotel or residence.
9:00 AM - Explore Banjul City
Travel to Banjul and explore key landmarks, including Arch 22, the National Museum, and Albert Market.
Observe the local lifestyle and shop for crafts and souvenirs.
11:30 AM - Visit Kachikally Crocodile Pool
Drive to Bakau to visit the sacred Kachikally Crocodile Pool.
Learn about the site's spiritual significance and interact safely with live crocodiles.
1:00 PM - Enjoy Optional Lunch
Take a break for an optional lunch at a local restaurant.
Taste traditional Gambian cuisine (cost not included).
2:00 PM - Discover Bijilo Forest Park
Continue to Bijilo Forest Park for a nature walk through the forest trails.
Observe green vervet and red colobus monkeys, and enjoy birdwatching.
4:00 PM - Return to Hotel or Residence
End the tour with drop-off at your hotel or residence.

Where this trip takes you

Arch 22, Albert Market, Kachikally Crocodile Pool, Bijilo Forest Park

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Banjul 3 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Roundtrip transportation, including hotel or residence pickup and drop-off
Entrance fees to all attractions, including Banjul landmarks, Kachikally Crocodile Pool, and Bijilo Forest Park
Services of an English-speaking guide throughout the tour