As a Gambian, I know the country and its birdlife intimately, and having spent ten years guiding enthusiasts and newcomers throughout the Gambia region, I would welcome the chance to show you the whole spectrum of species that this area has to offer.

Whether you are satisfied with the coastal zone or would like to experience the up-river up-country areas, I can arrange transport and accomodation to suit your interests. It is my desire to give us the very best chance of not only ticking what you are looking for but also enjoying some really good viewing and a feel for the areas that we visit!!!

Let me take care of your birding holiday!

GuidedBirding.com user Recommendation: "On our recent first visit to The Gambia we benefitted hugely from Ebrima organising and guiding our up country birding trip. His local knowledge is superb and his enthusiasm is an absolute pleasure." - Pete & Hillary Morgan.

Modou Colley is based at the Senegambia Hotel in the Kololi coastal area about 30 kilometres from Banjul.

For the past seven years he has been training and working as a bird guide in the Gambia and is the secretary of WABSA (West African Bird Study Association).

Modou leads small groups to all the local sites on a daily basis and therefore has a constant awareness of where the more difficult birds can be found. He is familiar with the calls of over 200 species and is extremely sharp-eyed, having grown up in the Faraba Banta area which is renowned for its birds of prey. Modou is also happy to go further afield and will arrange a vehicle and driver according to the needs of the passengers and type of journey.

GuidedBirding.com user Recommendation: “'We cannot recommend Modou too highly. He is an expert on the local sites, a wizard at birdcalls and patient with photographers! All our trips with him were on time and delivered the goods. His good humour and unfailing consideration for all members of the party were outstanding.” - Tristan and Helen Bantock-January 2004

Birding with Junkung (JJ) is always a delightful experience because of my extensive experience in the field. I come from the tourist village of Tendaba which is 150km to the east of Banjul. Being brought up in such a community, I have always been engaged in such activities. On completion of my education I went straight to the Department of Parks and Wildlife Management where I trained professionally for eight years. Since that time I have been engaged in escorting visitors who wish to enjoy the beauty of nature in my country.

An excursion with JJ will always be a memorable experience because of the depth of knowledge which I bring to such outings. Whether we are visiting the local beauty spots of Abuko or Tangi Beach or travelling further afield to Sindola or Tendaba, you will be delighted with the magic I can bring to these occasions. If required I will hire suitable transport for these trips and arrange accommodation for overnight stays.

If at all possible try to contact me before your visit so that preliminary arrangements can be made before your arrival.

Junkung Jadama
P.O. Box 2313
Serekunda
The Gambia

GuidedBirding.com user recommendation: “JJ is an excellent birder, extremely sharp eyed and good on calls. He is also very good company and is keen is share his knowledge of birds and his country. We found JJ reliable and well organised.” - Dawn Balmer & Peter Wilson

GuidedBirding.com user recommendation:
"We had an excellent day out with Tijan. His birding skills are exceptional, particularly his knowledge of calls. Tijan has his own transport which he uses for local trips; a small van that would comfortably seat six. He met us on our arrival at the Gambia outside our hotel and confirmed arrangements for our day out. We found Tijan good company and extremely helpful and gave excellent value for money." - Dawn Balmer & Peter Wilson