Bird Tours to Gambia and Senegal

Our bird tours to Gambia and Senegal take you to the most bird-rich areas, where you can enjoy nature at your own pace and get plenty of chances to see and photograph remarkable bird species. With personal guidance and local knowledge, we turn every bird watching holiday into a unique experience.

8-Day Bird Photography Tour Gambia | from £735

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Compact 8-day photography tour visiting Gambia's best birding areas, from Tendaba to Jamora Lodge. All meals and a guide are included.

From: £ 735,00

10-Day Bird Photography Tour Gambia | from £920

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A unique 10-day birding tour visiting Gambia's finest spots, including Tendaba Camp and Kingfisher Lodge. Guide, meals and transfers included.

From: £ 920,00

15-Day Bird Photography Tour Gambia | from £1510

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An intensive 15-day photography tour visiting The Gambia's richest birding areas, from Mandinary River to Kaireng Lodge. Guide and all transfers included.

From: £ 1.510,00

1-Day Birding Trip Gambia | Tendaba Lodge & Boat Trip

Discover Tendaba Lodge and cruise through the mangroves of the Gambia River. Includes lunch, a personal guide, and hotel transfers. Book now!

From: £ 180,00

6-Day Birding Tour Gambia | Safari Niokolo Park

6-day safari to Senegal's Niokolo National Park: spot hippos, lions, and over 300 bird species. Private 4x4 and guide included.

From: £ 965,00

When is the best time for a birdwatching trip to The Gambia?

The Gambia is an excellent destination for birdwatchers and wildlife photographers all year round, but the peak season for bird photography runs from November to April. During these months, the weather is dry and pleasantly warm, while thousands of European migratory birds arrive in The Gambia to spend the winter. They join the more than 560 resident bird species already found across the country.

From colourful species such as the Abyssinian Roller, Yellow-billed Stork and Senegal Parrot to impressive birds of prey including the Bateleur and African Fish Eagle, The Gambia offers exceptional opportunities for bird photography. If you want to experience the peak of the migration season, we recommend travelling between December and February.

Which birdwatching trip is right for you?

With birdwatching and bird photography trips ranging from 1 to 15 days, we offer options to suit different experience levels, interests and travel schedules in The Gambia and Senegal:

1 day - Ideal as an introduction to birdwatching in The Gambia, including a visit to Tendaba Lodge and a boat trip through the mangroves of the Gambia River.
6 days - Perfect for those who also want to see larger mammals, with a safari to Niokolo-Koba National Park in Senegal, home to hippos, lions and more than 300 bird species.
8 days - Our most popular bird photography trip, offering a great balance between several diverse birding locations, including Tendaba and Jamora Lodge.
10 days - Ideal for photographers who want more time at each location, with additional opportunities to photograph wildlife at Kingfisher Lodge.
15 days - Our most extensive birdwatching and photography trip, travelling from the Mandinary River to Kaireng Lodge for those who want to photograph as many different species as possible.

All trips are personally accompanied by a certified local bird guide and include full board, private transportation and boat trips. Learn more about your guide or visit our frequently asked questions for practical information.

What our travellers say

Read the experiences of bird watchers and photographers who went before you on an unforgettable trip through Gambia and Senegal.

A.Oorthuys & Julien Verwerft
11-09-2026

"The second time I travelled through Gambia with Ebrima Ceesay ( Passy ). It was a highly rewarding experience with more than 240 bird species in front of my lens. The guide is truly fantastic and knows the best spots for photography. Takes his time. A real recommendation. / Ebrima Ceesay ( Passy ) knows the best spots for bird photography. For me it was an exceptionally good experience, after having visited several other countries for photography. Gambia and Passy, an exceptional combination."

Dirk B.
11-09-2026

"This guide – Ebrima Ceesay ( Passy ) – is truly one of a kind. He knows every bird species found in the country and also knows the right spots to photograph them well. He is patient and listens to your wishes. Big or small birds, he knows how to find them all. It was a highly rewarding bird tour."

Ana & Gabriel
12-09-2026

"Passy is a great birder and really knows his stuff. Although he always low our expectations by saying “it is nature, you know”, at the end of the day he always meets our expectations. He prefers to guide guests (especially young fanatic birders) who would like to see as many birds as possible or target specific species. He was always punctual, polite and patient and is well-respected by the other guides in the Gambia. This resulted in less-hassle, no matter how remote we were. Besides, the local people are very friendly in general. Additionally, his commitment and desire to give us an unforgettable experience was shown everyday. Without any doubts, I would fully recommend him as a bird guide. Passy has an extensive birders network and trainee guides stationed at most bird watching sites we visited. This resulted in a massive help when seeking out for some more difficult birds.

But he's not just one of the best guides I've encountered on our numerous trips, with a vast knowledge of the country's diverse ecosystems (coast, mangroves, wetlands, farmland, savanna and Sahel habitats, gallery forests, and even urban areas). He's also an honest and community-minded person who knows how to minimize the impact of traveling to a country striving to escape extreme poverty. Traveling with Passy through Gambia is to discover ancient traditions that are still alive, find medicinal plants still in use, and, above all, experience the intense sense of community that governs Gambian society. Thank you for these fantastic 10 days, and thank you also to Hussein for his skill and caution behind the wheel. We will never forget Gambia, the land of smiles. "