Birding in The Gambia: Private Tours, Local Guides & Lodges
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LATEST NEWS & UPDATES | SENEGAMBIA BIRDING
July 26, 2025
After the impressive Long-tailed Nightjar, the mysterious Standard-winged Nightjar has now also been spotted on the grounds of
Belgambia Lodge!
A stunning addition to our list of special nocturnal species — right on our doorstep.
August 1, 2025
New Partnership with International Tour Operators
Starting in 2025, Senegambia Birding is partnering with several renowned travel organizations across Europe. These collaborations will help us reach more travellers and further our mission — offering authentic nature experiences with real impact.
We’re proud of the trust placed in us by our partners and look forward to an exciting new chapter in sustainable tourism.
August 3, 2025
Today we’re distributing 250 kilos of rice in the village — not because we have to, but because it’s needed.
During the rainy season, many families have no income and barely any food. A bag of rice won’t solve all their worries, but it will make sure there’s food on the table tonight.
Want to help too? Send us a message and be part of the change.
August 3, 2025
Our new garden rooms are almost ready to welcome you.
Bright and comfortable, surrounded by nature — the perfect retreat.
Each room features two separate single beds, ideal for travelling friends or solo guests.
August 5, 2025
Almost every evening, two bush babies appear in the garden and around the Belgambia grounds.
They leap from tree to tree before silently disappearing into the dark.
We’re hoping to capture them on camera soon — for now, the image below is just an illustration.
Want to help us get the perfect shot? Let us know!
August 5, 2025
Every evening we’re visited by our nocturnal guests: the Northern White-faced Owls.
They often pose willingly, as if they know it’s their time to shine.
Thanks to our powerful spotlight, photographing these
stunning owls is a breeze.
So don’t forget your camera… or you might miss an owl with star quality.
📸 Photo credit: J. Oostvogels
August 27, 2025
Thanks to the success of our Easy Birding Package and Belgambia Lodge Mandinari, we proudly present Belgambia Lodge Marakissa. Together, both lodges create a unique combination, offering you an unforgettable travel experience filled with nature, birds, comfort, and warm hospitality.
August 27, 2025
Today we proudly supported our community by distributing 400 kg of rice and 40 liters of oil, made possible thanks to the generosity of our sponsors. For many families this brings real relief, and for us it reflects our mission: sharing, caring, and building together.
January 2026
Education is not free in The Gambia.
That is why, with much love, we have paid the school fees for 14 orphaned children at the school in Mandinari. For these children, this means more than simply being able to go to school. It means hope, opportunity, and a future.
February 28, 2026
We look back on this special season with great pride.
Thanks to the trust of so many guests, we even filled an entire Boeing this season with people who came to The Gambia especially for Senegambia Birding.
For us, this is not only a milestone, but also a true sign of appreciation for everything we work on every day with heart and soul.
A heartfelt thank you to all our guests, supporters, partners, guides, and staff who made this possible.