The Gambia - The Gunjur Project School Trips
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The Gambia presents a unique opportunity for a school trip, offering a blend of cultural immersion, historical exploration, and potential educational benefits. Students can experience Gambian culture firsthand through interactions with locals, witnessing traditional customs and ways of life.Edventure Travel: Elevating the Experience
Educational Focus: Edventure creates curriculum-aligned trips with engaging activities, workshops, and discussions that foster critical thinking and cultural understanding.
Expert Guides: Their passionate guides act as facilitators, bringing destinations to life with engaging storytelling and local insights, enriching the learning experience.
Unique Itineraries: Crafting custom-designed trips that cater to your specific learning objectives and student interests.
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Example Itineraries
The Gunjur Project
Day 1
Take your flight from the UK to Banjul in Gambia.
Day 2
Arrive in Banjul and transfer from the airport to The Gunjur Project for a welcome meeting and health and safety briefing.
Take an orientation walk of Kajabang village, including the beach, Gunjur Holy Rocks and fishing centre.
This evening you will take a Djembe workshop.
Day 3
Take breakfast before visiting and taking part in an activity at one of Gunjur Project's partner schools.
This afternoon, you will have Mandinka lessons.
Later, enjoy a sunset walk on the beach with a cold drink.
Take dinner this evening and enjoy a performance by Banana Band, a family band who play Djembe and Kora.
Day 4
Take breakfast and then visit Brikama for the morning - a real Gambian market vibrant in colour and atmosphere.
Take a workshop of your choice this afternoon such as African drumming, dancing or cooking.
Enjoy dinner and Balafon workshop this evening.
Day 5
Take breakfast before visiting Bolong Fenyo nature reserve, a protected forest alive with birds and crocodiles on the doorstep of the lodge.
Later, choose a second workshop such as batik, tie-dye and/or green tea making.
This evening take dinner and enjoy a performance from The Journey band, a Djembe band from Gunjur who sing songs about the dangers of illegal immigration.
Day 6
Take breakfast and then spend the morning visiting The Kartong reptile farm to learn about the different snakes in The Gambia.
Later, you will see the Kartong river which is on the Gambian border with Senegal.
Enjoy Gunjur choir performances of singing and dancing after dinner this evening.
Day 7
Take breakfast and spend the morning visiting Kulokochi Nursery School.
Later, visit a family compound and join hands to cook a family meal, learn how traditional family meals are cooked outside with wood or charcoal.
Enjoy a campfire after dinner this evening.
Day 8
Take breakfast and enjoy a sport morning with the local school before getting ready to depart.
Enjoy a walk on the beach before your departure.
Travel to the airport for your return flight home.
Day 1
Take your flight from the UK to Banjul in Gambia.
Day 2
Arrive in Banjul and transfer from the airport to The Gunjur Project for a welcome meeting and health and safety briefing.
Take an orientation walk of Kajabang village, including the beach, Gunjur Holy Rocks and fishing centre.
This evening you will take a Djembe workshop.
Day 3
Take breakfast before visiting and taking part in an activity at one of Gunjur Project's partner schools.
This afternoon, you will have Mandinka lessons.
Later, enjoy a sunset walk on the beach with a cold drink.
Take dinner this evening and enjoy a performance by Banana Band, a family band who play Djembe and Kora.
Day 4
Take breakfast and then visit Brikama for the morning - a real Gambian market vibrant in colour and atmosphere.
Take a workshop of your choice this afternoon such as African drumming, dancing or cooking.
Enjoy dinner and Balafon workshop this evening.
Day 5
Take breakfast before visiting Bolong Fenyo nature reserve, a protected forest alive with birds and crocodiles on the doorstep of the lodge.
Later, choose a second workshop such as batik, tie-dye and/or green tea making.
This evening take dinner and enjoy a performance from The Journey band, a Djembe band from Gunjur who sing songs about the dangers of illegal immigration.
Day 6
Take breakfast and then spend the morning visiting The Kartong reptile farm to learn about the different snakes in The Gambia.
Later, you will see the Kartong river which is on the Gambian border with Senegal.
Enjoy Gunjur choir performances of singing and dancing after dinner this evening.
Day 7
Take breakfast and spend the morning visiting Kulokochi Nursery School.
Later, visit a family compound and join hands to cook a family meal, learn how traditional family meals are cooked outside with wood or charcoal.
Enjoy a campfire after dinner this evening.
Day 8
Take breakfast and enjoy a sport morning with the local school before getting ready to depart.
Enjoy a walk on the beach before your departure.
Travel to the airport for your return flight home.
Which Curriculum Subjects do we cater for?
Cultural
Gambian culture is a vibrant tapestry of music, dance, storytelling, and traditional ceremonies. Students can witness these traditions first-hand, from the rhythmic drumming and energetic dancing of the Kankurang performances to the intricate art of Gambian storytelling.
Geography
The Gambia is a developing nation, making it a valuable case study for students learning about development geography. They can explore topics like agriculture, infrastructure, and resource management, observing how these factors influence the landscape and people's lives. The Gambia also offers a unique opportunity to experience a variety of geographical features in a relatively small area. Students can explore the stunning coastline with its sandy beaches, lush mangroves, and the Kajabang River.
Religious Education
While Islam is the dominant religion in The Gambia, there's a Christian minority and indigenous beliefs present as well. Students could explore the concept of religious tolerance and interfaith dialogue by visiting mosques, churches, and learning about local traditions. The Gambia offers a chance to see Islam practiced in a different context than students might be familiar with. They could learn about the unique blend of Islamic traditions and African cultures.
Community Projects
The Gambia is known as the "Smiling Coast" for a reason. It's a friendly and welcoming country with a strong sense of community. This makes it a great place for students to connect with locals and learn about their culture. The Gambia is one of the poorest countries in Africa. There are many communities in need of assistance, which provides ample opportunities for students to get involved in meaningful projects.
What size groups do we cater for?
We can cater for groups from 10-40. The majority of our groups are 40 people which fits nicely onto a coach for travelling to activities.
Access for visitors with disabilities?
Yes, we will always try our best to cater for any special requirements, please ensure you discuss your requirements with us. It may not always be possible, but we will always look for alternatives where we can and be open and honest with you about it.
Visitors with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
Yes, we will always try our best to cater for any special requirements, please ensure you discuss your requirements with us. It may not always be possible, but we will always look for alternatives where we can and be open and honest with you about it.
Anything else?
This is an example itinerary, and we can adapt it to your requirements. Please let us know if you require amendments or would like a different itinerary at this destination.
Who are Edventure Travel?
Why Choose Edventure for Your School Trip?
Edventure Travel can offer a unique and enriching experience for your students. We believe in creating memories to last a lifetime and there is no better way to teach, learn and discover than to immerse yourself in surroundings with real-life experiences.
At Edventure Travel we build close ties with each group to best understand their travel needs and preferences. Your travel adviser will know your tour inside out, from designing a customised itinerary, booking the services and being at the end of the phone should you need them when on tour.
Unique and Diverse Itineraries:
Meticulously crafted itineraries that align with your learning objectives to support classroom learning with real-world experiences. All our trips are custom designed to cater specific interests and subjects.
Memorable Moments:
We create a fun and inclusive environment where students can connect with their peers, teachers, and the local cultures and environments.
Safety First:
We prioritise safety and well-being with experienced staff, comprehensive insurance, and thorough planning.
Professionalism and Expertise:
Our dedicated team will plan all the logistics, transportation, accommodation, and activities, leaving you free to focus on your students.
Competitive Pricing:
We offer competitive rates for our school trip packages and are happy to look at beating other quotes you may have.
Flexibility:
We can tailor our trips to your specific budget, duration, and learning objectives.
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Choosing Edventure for your school trip means you can be confident that your students will have a safe, educational, and unforgettable experience that will enrich their learning and stay with them long after they return home.
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