Kololi Gambia
The Gambia is an increasingly popular tourist destination, with its small size and wide variety of activities offering the advantage of a relaxing, varied and interesting holiday for all the family. With a short travelling time and no jet lag make The Gambia like having the Carribean holiday without the hassle.
LocationSituated on the westerly most tip of Africa, The Gambia sits midway between the tropic of cancer and the equator on the same latitude as Barbados. The smallest country on mainland Africa, The Gambia is predominantly flat and shaped almost like a crooked finger, with a narrow strip of land on either side of the majestic River Gambia. Located on a island in the south peninsula, where The Gambia River meets the Atlantic ocean, is the capital Banjul. This vibrant town is home to many fascinating markets, monuments, museums and many other tourist attractions. |
ClimateThe Gambia is widely recognised as having perhaps the most agreeable climate in West Africa. Offering perpetual sunshine, and a sub-tropical feel, with average temperatures ranging between 26-32 degrees centigrade. The Gambia makes the ideal location for a sunny summer holiday or the perfect escape from the European winter. Conservation & WildlifeConservation of the natural beauty of the country continues to play an important role in The Gambia, and the nature reserves offer many opportunities for visitors to see a wide range of wildlife in their natural habitat.
Bijilo Forest Park, adjacent to Kololi Beach Club, was first established in 1952, and is now a self-sustaining nature reserve, supporting a wide variety of animal and plant life, including colobus monkeys and a fascinating array of bird-life. The Gambia is a heaven for any keen bird watcher, with over 500 different species of bird in a relatively small area it is so popular that many birders return year after year. |
