When booking The Plantation in The Gambia I was slightly apprehensive because I wasn't booking my usual package holiday. But speaking to Nikki before we flew answered all my questions and put my mind at ease. All my worries were put aside when we arrived at The Plantation, we had a wonderful reception with a glass of Wonjo and the... More

My husband and I research thoroughly where we wanted to stay in the Gambia. We finally chose a place that sounded ideal on paper and whose owners where very helpful and patient with our questions via email. I was still worried though, it sounded too good. When we arrived, it was late at night. We were picked up at the... More

This was our first time to The Gambia – and we couldn’t have picked a more perfect place to enjoy our honeymoon! From the moment we got off the plane and were met by Solomon – their driver – we knew we had chosen well. Upon our arrival, we were greeted by Ebrima –E – who showed us to our... More

On our first visit to The Gambia we found this is the most perfect place to stay and enjoy true Gambian hospitality. All of the staff are so friendly and helpful, making everyone feel so welcome. The location was lovely and peaceful and only a 15 min walk through the quiet lanes to the local beach where you can watch... More

We looked at Trip Advisor before choosing the Plantation and were really happy with our choice. "The Boys" and "Kaddi" were so helpful and friendly and nothing was too much trouble. Really loved the food and our room was lovely and clean. We had entertainment with the drums and the dancing. All in all, a very relaxing holiday. Well done... More

Got to agree with you Ian , magic place with staff that would do anything to make your stay perfect , a wee gem More

Stayed here for 4 nights 2-5 February - from the moment we arrived we were made to feel very welcome by Nikki, Nolan and the boys, nothing was too much trouble, you only needed to ask. As soon as we arrived we were presented with welcome drinks and felt a home immediately - passing through from the court yard to... More

Myself and my partner stayed at the Plantaion for 10 nights in January on our first trip to sunny Gambia and were so pleased that we had picked this lovely place to stay. We were in room 6 and it was great having sunbed and a pool just a few feet away from our door. All the staff at the... More

We have visited Gambia for quite a few years and I must say that we are absolutely enthralled with this establishment and it's charm. From it's welcome, through to its hosptiality, cleanliness, food and helpfulness of all it's staff and the owners (Nikki & Nolan). We will definitely be returning again and again. A truely lovely place, run and staffed... More