My friend and I spent a week at The Gunjur Project in March and it was, in short, unbelievable. From the very first moment we arrived, when we were greeted by the incredibly welcoming staff, to the moment we left, as we said our farewells to the wonderful people that we'd spent the week in the company of, it was,... More

I have not long returned from spending 10nights at the Gunjur Project, and already looking at flights to return this year!! Best Holiday/Cultural experience of my life :) Staff/Management- Extremely friendly and Nothing is to much to ask for. Warm welcome and especially genuine farewell - I cried when I left Gunjur project as I was leaving such lovely people... More

This is an 8 room lodge near Gunjur Beach run by 2 generations of anEnglish family (3 if you count Charlie). It is situated about 5 minutes drive from Gunjur on the road to the beach....it is then 5 minutes walk to go into the fishing village with miles of unspoilt beach either side of the fishing area. The rooms... More

Having been a youth and community worker for 17 years i have had some great experiences but none that match that of The Gunjur Project, Gambia. I have just returned from 2 weeks volunteering with a group of young people and would recommend this place to anyone hoping for a real genuine Gambian experience. The Gunjur Project is a professionally... More

Can't believe how much I've missed Gunjur project!!! Such a fantastic welcome despite a very busy time for everyone ( Rugby team visit!!!!!) Fond memories and encourage all prospective visitors to enjoy the family atmosphere and friendliness of all staff - nothing is too much trouble, just ask........

I stayed in the Gunjur Project Lodge for 1 week. To participate in volunteering to coach rugby league in Gambia. The hosts are an English family and are very accommodating, doing their best to provide opportunities to experience the authentic Gambian culture and the welcoming I got from the staff from the Gunjur Project are very friendly and always happy... More

If there’s only one trip you ever make abroad, make it to the Gunjur Project. It was the best experience of my life. I stayed for 3 weeks and while the time flashed past in a second, I simultaneously felt like I’d been there for years. I’ll never forget the people I met or the things I saw and it... More

I stayed in the Gunjur Project Lodge for 14 weeks (3.5 months) having arrived in Gambia on my own to participate in voluntary work. The welcoming atmosphere is great and it doesn't take long before you feel as if you are home. Food was great with both a selection of Gambian and western dishes available - all of which tasted... More

I returned to Gunjur Project Lodge with a family member for two weeks in February and found a warm welcome from everyone. All the staff had been there on our previous visit in 2010 - how often do you find that sort of continuity? It was great - they all remembered us from our first visit and asked about the... More