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Makasutu Eco Adventure: Forest Walk, Boat Trip & Palm Juice

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Overview

Available languages

German
English
French
Spanish

7 hours

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Dive into the beauty and tranquillity of Makasutu, an ecotourism haven where you’ll explore Gambia’s rich natural landscapes and unique cultural heritage. This tour invites you to immerse yourself in the wonders of the wild, with encounters that blend nature, tradition, and local customs.

Your adventure begins with a guided exploration of Makasutu’s diverse ecosystems, home to a variety of birds and animals. Stroll through the lush surroundings as your guide introduces you to the flora and fauna that thrive here. The experience takes on a mystical edge when you meet a traditional fortune teller, offering insights through palm reading, and a palm wine tapper, who will demonstrate the skilful art of climbing palm trees to harvest fresh palm wine.

The tour continues with a peaceful boat journey drifting through the waterways past mangrove, spotting colourful bird species, and soaking in the serene ambiance. You’ll see local fishermen casting their nets and oyster collectors.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Specialized infant seats are available

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults

A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Notify any allergies

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

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Makasutu Culture Forest

This is a day trip where you visit the tropical forest park. Makasutu is an ecotourism destination and is located about 40 minutes from your hotel. On arrival you will be welcomed with a complimentary coffee. Depending on the tide there will then either be a forest walk or a boat trip. A forest guide will assist and help educate you during the forest walk and boat trip. You will spot baboons, different species of birds and natural vegetation. You will also visit the fortune teller who will do some palm reading before finally visiting the wine tapper who will give you the opportunity to taste the palm juice. you will also see a demonstration on how to climb a palm tree to tap the wine and even have the chance to try to climb the palm tree yourself.

5 hours • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Minimum of 2 adults per booking

Private transportation

Local guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Lunch

Live commentary on board

Non alcoholic beverages

Gratuities

Solo travellers

Pickup points

Senegambia Beach Hotel

Senegambia Road, 7th Street East, Off Kairaba Avenue Kololi Gambia

Seaview Gardens Hotel

Bertil Harding Hwy, Kololi Gambia

Paradise Suites Hotel

3 Paradise Beach Place, Bertil Harding Highway, P.O.Box 802 Kololi Gambia

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Makasutu Eco Adventure: Forest Walk, Boat Trip & Palm Juice

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  • River cruise & monkey park

    kristybA32EC,Jan 7, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Here’s the updated review including the **sunset cruise** and the guide’s monkey-spotting skills: --- We absolutely loved the **Monkey Park and river cruise at Lamin Lodge**, including the beautiful **sunset cruise** – it was honestly one of the best things we have done. The whole experience was amazing from start to finish. Our tour guide knew all the little tricks to help us see the monkeys and made the visit really fun and memorable. The trip was very well organised, and we felt safe and well looked after throughout. The scenery on the river cruise was stunning, especially at sunset, and it was such a peaceful and unforgettable experience. This was truly a highlight of our holiday and we would highly recommend it to anyone considering it!

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