Excursion

Kunta Kinteh Island & Juffureh

A journey up the river to Juffureh and Kunta Kinteh Island, tracing the roots of the transatlantic slave trade.

The most significant historical site in the country, and for many visitors the reason they come. A boat up the River Gambia to Kunta Kinteh Island, once James Island, and the village of Juffureh.

A local guide walks you through what happened here and what remains of it. Most people find it a heavy day, and a necessary one.

$80per person

Duration
Full day
Type
History & culture

What’s included

  • Local guide
  • River boat crossing
  • Transport from the guest house
  • Museum entry

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