More than 550 bird species have been recorded in The Gambia. Organising your target list by habitat and region helps Lamin plan the strongest route for your priorities, whether you are visiting for a short coastal break or a longer journey upriver.
Coastal Wetlands and Mangroves
Kotu Creek, Tanji, Kartong and the Tanbi Wetland Complex support herons, egrets, kingfishers, African Spoonbills, Senegal Thick-knees and many Palearctic waders. Coastal lagoons and mangrove channels are especially productive from November to April.
Forest and Woodland Birds
Abuko, Brufut, Farasuto and Tujereng provide habitat for turacos, hornbills, sunbirds, flycatchers, owls and woodland raptors. Early-morning guided walks give the best chance of locating quieter forest species before temperatures rise.
Upriver and Savannah Specialities
Tendaba, Kiang West and the eastern regions add Egyptian Plover, Northern Carmine Bee-eater, Abyssinian Ground Hornbill and a wider range of savannah birds. Share your checklist with Lamin before travelling so the itinerary can concentrate on your most important targets.