The Gambia, known as the Smiling Coast, is a well kept honeymoon secret. Just a six-hour flight, totally tropical and inexpensive, it’s a wonder it isn’t on more wish lists. Coco Ocean is undoubtedly the top hotel but its rates would suggest otherwise. Combine with Mandina Lodge on the River Gambia, explore the bush by 4WD and cruise the waterways in an African pirogue.
Recommended tour operator: The Gambia Experience
The Gambia Experience says
The Gambia in West Africa may be only six hours from the UK, yet it feels like another world. You’ll find beautiful beaches, tropical sunshine, luxury accommodation, a wide range of excellent restaurants and some of the friendliest people you could hope to meet.
We’ve selected three properties, each with something special for honeymooners.
The Coco Ocean Resort & Spa is the most luxurious hotel in The Gambia. If you can tear yourselves away from your luxurious Junior Suite, relax in the sumptuous grounds or wander down to the stunning beach. Top off your day with a pampering spa treatment, a glass of something chilled on your private balcony and a delicious dinner. Upgrade to a Royal Suite with a private pool for something really special.
Mandina Lodges are all about barefoot escapism – eight luxury lodges set beside a mangrove-lined tributary of the River Gambia, each beautifully designed. Truly the last word in peace and tranquility.
Ngala Lodge Hotel is a charming, intimate old manor house converted into 18 highly individual and sumptuous suites with one of the best restaurants in The Gambia (and no children permitted). Relax in the pool or on your balcony and watch the sun set across the Atlantic Ocean.
We’ve been arranging honeymoons to The Gambia for more than 20 years now and we’re on hand to provide all the advice and information you might need.
Click here for more about honeymoons in The Gambia and to download our brochure.
We are offering 101 Honeymoons visitors an exclusive discount for stays at Ngala Lodge for selected departures in 2011 and 2012. Make sure you quote ‘101 Honeymoons’ when you contact us.
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