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Roots River Cruise Explore Kunta Kinteh Island and Museum
Banjul, Gambia
Gambia
$252.56
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The tranquil waters of the River Gambia beckon you to embark on a captivating journey past Dog Island. This immersive tour invites you to explore the historic villages of Albreda and Jufureh, celebrated in Alex Haley's renowned book, 'Roots'.
- 🏷️ Roots River Cruise: Enjoy a full-day adventure from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, complete with a knowledgeable guide to enrich your experience.
- 🚢 Cruise along the scenic River Gambia, taking in breathtaking views and the serene beauty of the landscape.
- 🏛️ Visit historic sites including the poignant Albreda, Jufureh, and the significant Fort James/Kunta Kinteh Island.
- 🍽️ Savor a delightful lunch and snacks provided on board, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience throughout the day.
- 💧 Stay refreshed with complimentary bottled water and soda/pop available during your cruise.
- 🚐 Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle, providing a pleasant ride to the Banjul Ferry terminal and beyond.
- 📜 Gain valuable insights into the rich history of the slave trade at the Jufureh slave museum, featuring artifacts and illustrations.
- 🗺️ Experience the legacy of Kunta Kinteh Island, where you will see the ruins of the fort and learn about its historical significance.
- 👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly, with accommodations for infants and small children, ensuring everyone can partake in this enriching journey.
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Roots River Cruise Explore Kunta Kinteh Island and Museum
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Entrance fee
- Bottled water
- Admission fee
- Soda/Pop
- Private transportation
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After travelers are picked up from their hotels, we will travel to the Banjul Ferry terminal to begin our trip. The ferry will take us to Barra, where we will drive to Jufureh.
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In Jufureh, we will visit the slave Museum, which contains artifacts from the slave trade in The Gambia, as well as maps and illustrations of the route from The Gambia to the Western world.
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Used as a symbol of impossible freedom for the enslaved Africans, this monument stands to remind us of the history of the Fort James Island. We will visit this monument before going by boat to Kunta Kinteh Island.
- The very first island that European explorers landed on in the 16th century in The Gambia. Though we will not visit it, we will past by it on our way to Fort James/Kunta Kinteh Island. (pass by)
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Kunta Kinteh IslandFort James Island, renamed later as Kunta Kinteh Island was the main slave island in The Gambia from the 16th century to the 18th century. Travelers will see the ruins of the fort, the underground slave dungeon, cannons, and shores. We will also travel to see the descendants of Kunta Kinteh.
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Roots River Cruise Explore Kunta Kinteh Island and Museum
Banjul, Gambia
Gambia
$252.56
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!