The Gambia is one of the poorest countries in the world located in West Africa close to Senegal, the country is so small you can hardly see it on a map. Expect a rustic authentic experience, traveling here, this is not your average holiday destination but this is definitely a country to visit if you are looking to see the real Africa far away from the tourist crowds.
Gambia Travel Guide
- Capital: Banjul
- Currency: Dalasi (GMD)
- Country Size: 11,300 km2
- Population: 1,642,000 (approx)
Top Reasons to Travel to The Gambia:
- Friendly locals
- Authentic experience
- Great value for money
- Beautiful unspoiled beaches
Best Places to Visit in The Gambia:
- Banjul
- Old Town
- Brufut Beach
- Janjangbureh
- Albert Market
- Sanyang Village
- Bijilo Forest Park
- Tanji Fish Market
- Serrekunda Market
- Wassu Stone Circles
- Abuko Nature Reserve
- Makasutu Culture Forest
- Kachikally Crocodile Pool
- National Museum of Gambia
- Bambo Bar on the Gambia River
Guide to Volunteering in Gambia
This country has some of the worst poverty in the world but there are local NGO’s and international charities like Go Volunteer Africa working to improve living conditions and standards for local people. There have been improvements to education and healthcare facilities in recent decades but there is still a lot of work which needs to be done.
Many people still live-in poverty and some children to not have access to an education which is often taken for granted in other countries. Go Volunteer Africa offers amazing life changing volunteer opportunities in the Gambia where you will help some really worthwhile causes.
Types of Volunteer Programs
There are lots of ways to make a difference including joining teaching and community development projects. This country has a population of around 2 million people and many of them live-in poverty. Joining a volunteer project in the Gambia will let you experience the true Gambia community spirit and culture and this will be like nothing else you have ever done before.
You will really help communities in need and be able to assist local teachers with their long-term goals of improving infrastructure and education standards. You can find work at schools and community projects where you can help daily activities like sports lessons, teaching English or helping with making food etc.
On educational and teaching volunteer placements you will be able to share your creativity and enthusiasm with underprivileged students. Make a difference by teaching in the Gambia. Teaching English in Gambia can be a really amazing experience, even though the children won’t understand a lot of the English language they are very eager to learn and will be fascinated by you.
Placements can be in semi-urban or rural villages where schools lack funds, this can be both a challenging and rewarding experience. Go Volunteer Africa don’t require you to have any previous experience but there are specific placements for skilled professionals.
You will be able to help children who will really enjoy having you helping, local communities will love having you as a volunteer, they will be really interested to learn you have traveled to their village or town from miles away.
HOW TO APPLY
To start the process fill Volunteer application form and submit it for consideration and book your placement. For more information on how to get enrolled for the volunteering experience of a lifetime contact us. Or Give us a call | WhatsApp | Telegram | Viber | Imo at +254-796-786292 to talk to a Program Specialist.
