River Cruise Fishing in Banjul, Gambia: Lunch Included

Cast a line, sunbathe, swim, and eat your catch on the water

A seven-hour river cruise on the Gambia River where you fish from a well-equipped boat, sunbathe on deck, swim in the water, and eat a freshly prepared lunch cooked onboard. Hotel pickup and drop-off, all fishing gear, a local guide, and non-alcoholic beverages are included. Minimum two adults per booking.

The experience

The boat leaves Banjul with all rods, bait and tackle already aboard. You'll fish for butterfish, lady fish, frog fish, grouper, carp, barracuda and whatever else bites, with the option to have part of your fresh catch prepared for lunch. Between casts, the top deck is yours for sunbathing or a swim in the Gambia River's cool water. The guide stays with you throughout, offering live commentary in English, Spanish, French or German, and the captain knows the creeks and fishing spots that hold fish at different times of day.

Lunch arrives when you're ready for it: a freshly cooked meal prepared right on the boat, with a vegetarian option available if you request it at booking. The afternoon brings a gentle cruise back downriver, and if the timing works, you can stop at the market in Banjul before heading home. Hotel pickup and drop-off bookend the day, so you don't arrange transport yourself.

This is a private booking for a minimum of two adults. Children from age three are welcome, though the child rate applies only when they travel with two paying adults. The day suits anyone from first-time anglers to experienced fishers, and no fitness level is required. The pace is built around relaxation.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your hotel to Banjul and back.
• all fishing rods, bait and tackle.
• a local guide speaking English, Spanish, French or German.
• lunch cooked onboard.
• non-alcoholic beverages throughout the day.
• live commentary on the river and fishing spots.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (11 to 80 years) · Child (3 to 10 years): free · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 5 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendly

Operated by Black & White Safari

Is this one for you?This is a private booking for two or more adults, so you control the pace and the company. It suits anyone who wants to fish without owning gear or booking a guide separately, and families with children from age three can join when at least two adults are paying.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 10 years): free. Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

What kind of fish will I catch in the Gambia River?

The river holds butterfish, lady fish, frog fish, grouper, carp, and barracuda. What bites depends on the season and the creeks the captain chooses, and the guide will advise on technique for each species.

Is the fishing gear and bait provided, or do I need to bring my own?

All rods, bait and tackle are supplied on the boat, so you arrive ready to fish with nothing to arrange beforehand.

Can I eat the fish I catch for lunch?

Yes. Part of your fresh catch can be included in the lunch the crew prepares onboard, though the meal also includes other freshly cooked dishes.

What's included in the lunch, and can you accommodate dietary needs?

Lunch is a freshly prepared meal cooked on the boat. A vegetarian option is available. Just notify the operator of any allergies or dietary requirements when you book.

How long is the full day, and what time does it start?

The day runs seven hours from hotel pickup to drop-off. The boat departs Banjul in the morning and returns in the late afternoon, with time to visit the market in Banjul if you wish.

Do I need fishing experience to join this cruise?

No. The cruise suits avid anglers and first-timers alike. All gear is provided and the guide will show you how to cast and what to expect on the water.