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Baobolong Camp

Janjangbureh, Janjanbureh, Gambia
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Weybridge, United Kingdom
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73 reviews 73 reviews
33 hotel reviews
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54 helpful votes 54 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2013

We stopped here with Explore before taking a two-day river cruise down the Gambia River. The camp is just across the river from Georgetown (now renamed Janjanbureh). The accommodation is very basic, with cold shower WC, kerosene lantern, and mozzie-net but no electricity. Dinner and breakfast was included, but were the worst meals of our 10 day tour of Senegal... More

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Norwich, United Kingdom
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37 reviews 37 reviews
16 hotel reviews
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2013

Once you are off the ferry, the camp is a ten minute walk from the jetty in the heart of Janjanbureh. Accommodation is basic, but clean - the shower is cold (but refreshing after a day exploring), beds are 'firm' and come equipped with mosquito nets. The camp has a central bar/restaurant area offering food and drinks. When we stayed... More

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England
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103 reviews 103 reviews
78 hotel reviews
Reviews in 65 cities Reviews in 65 cities
312 helpful votes 312 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2010

I loved my stay here – it’s somewhere to sleep while you discover this part of Gambia based in Janjanbureh. The lodge is close to the river, a short walk from the centre of Janjanbureh. If you have made it this far you will already have an understanding of Gambia, and appreciate the simple accommodation on offer. The rooms are... More

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El Masnou, Spain
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2013
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 October 2012
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012
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Also Known As:
Baobolong Camp Gambia/Janjanbureh
Address: Janjangbureh, Janjanbureh, Gambia
Region: Gambia > Central River Division > Janjanbureh
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Ranked #3 of 3 Speciality lodging in Janjanbureh

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