The epic journey begins from your hotel, crossing by ferry from Banjul to Barra on the north bank of the Gambia River. From here, it is 4 to 6 hours driving time to Georgetown. Farafenni Market is our first stop , visiting on the busy weekly market day called LUMO, when locals from surrounding villages sell all the local commodities. Our second stop will be at Baobolong Wetland, The Gambia’s largest nature reserve, to see, among other bird species, the Egyptian Plover, also known as the Crocodile Bird, famous for its unique relationship with crocs, who lie on the shore with their mouths open, into which the plovers fly to feed on bits of decaying meat that are lodged between their teeth. Along the way, we will visit the ancient Wassu Stone Circles, a heritage site believed to be burial mounds of kings and chiefs in ancient times - over 1,200 years old and dated to between 750-1000 AD. Local legend has it that there is a curse on anyone who disturbs those laid to rest there! From here, we head to our ferry crossing from Lamin Koto to Georgetown, so named by the British, as it was used as a trading post and a place of settlement for the free slaves. The day ends with an overnight stay at Baobolong Camp. We also have the opportunity to enjoy an evening stroll around the village and to explore the old town and its unique environment.