The beauty of The Gambia is quite dazzling. From the bright dress of the people to the exquisite and varied birdlife, this welcoming, English-speaking country is drenched in color. The authors of The Gambia: The Bradt Travel Guide are deeply passionate about the place they have made their home, and they use their local knowledge to take you beyond the obvious. Whether you choose to explore the lush forests or walk along the golden beaches, drink green tea in mud-walled villages or seek out the secretive hippos, this guide will help you celebrate the rich diversity of a land labeled 'the gateway to Africa'. This guide includes: information on where to stay and where to eat; clear maps and town plans; guide to the wildlife - and how to see and photograph it; in-depth information on culture and history; trips into Sengal. (5 1/4 x 8 1/4, 272 pages, color photos, illustrations, maps)

Craig Emms and Linda Barnett are naturalists currently based at The Gambia's Abuko Nature Reserve: jobs such as raising orphaned owls and relocating cobras and pythons from people's houses are all in a day's work! Their in-depth knowledge of the country and its natural history is based on their extensive first-hand experience of living in The Gambia.