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Roots Heritage Journey
5(189 reviews)
Full Day
Max 15 guests
Banjul Ferry Terminal
Your guide
Fatou Jallow
Cultural Heritage • 8 years experience
About This Tour
Walk in the footsteps of Kunta Kinte on this profound journey through Gambian history. Visit James Island (Kunta Kinteh Island), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore Juffureh village where Alex Haley traced his ancestry. This deeply moving tour connects visitors with the history of the transatlantic slave trade and celebrates the resilience of the Gambian people.
Highlights
- Visit UNESCO World Heritage Site James Island
- Explore historic Juffureh village
- Meet descendants of Kunta Kinte's family
- Learn about the transatlantic slave trade
- Traditional griot storytelling session
What's Included
- Transportation
- Ferry crossings
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- Professional historian guide
- Bottled water
Meeting Point
Banjul Ferry Terminal
Reviews
5.0(1 reviews)
Marcus Johnson
United States
Jan 10, 2026
As an African American, the Roots Heritage Journey was deeply moving. Fatou's storytelling brought history to life, and meeting the Kinte family in Juffureh was profoundly emotional. This tour should be on everyone's bucket list.
Book This Tour
$95 / person