Set within beautiful nature amongst palms & giant mango trees, with warm ocean surf and endless magnificent golden beaches near by. Gecko Lodge is the place to unwind have fun and enjoy the true healing power of YOGA, NATURE & SUNSHINE.
If you need to ecape the city stress, pollution, and inevitable winter chill this Xmas and New Year, this is the holiday for you.
Gambia is often described as the smiling coast of Africa with its friendly open people and its wonderful music, culture and markets. The weather is fabulous all-year-round with temperatures not dropping below 30'c. Direct flight time is approx six hours from the UK - same GMT time zone, so not a hint of jet lag.
Gecko Lodge Location is Southwest along the coast, away from the tourist beaches & package hotels, near the villages of Gunjur & Kartong which edges the Casamance Senegalese border - this area has been earmarked for small scale eco-tourist developments hence miles of endless golden sands and warm ocean surf .
Daily morning yoga practice will include Asana (postures), Pranayama (breath control) and exploration of meditation to develop and deepen your practice in the warm African breeze. Yoga in the heat encourages the body to open up, the fresh unpolluted air energises and cleanses whilst the natural beauty, big horizons and tranquility of the environment soothes the mind and soul.
The rest of your time … your choice - swim and sun yourself, shell-comb, body board, fish, (nothing like fresh grilled lady fish for dinner !), do nothing (always a challenge...), treat yourself to a range of massage & beauty treatments, siesta with a good book, canoe up the nearby river to bird watch, cycle & explore the surrounding villages, play/sing/make some music (I’ll be bringing my guitar & voice). We can organize drumming & African dance tuition– (if you think you’ve danced, try this for size, a seriously exhilarating workout !)
Trips can be organised to vibrant African markets,(great for fabrics, wood carvings & artifacts).
If you’re tempted by the bars, there is no curfew, but your yoga mat will be patiently awaiting you in the morning with the irrefutable law of cause and effect!
Things to pack :
Good factor Sunscreen
Sun Hat
Beach wear
Beach Towel
Torch (wind-up? no batteries required!)
Cotton Long sleeve top
Cotton Long trousers
Light Fleece for eve
Yoga wear
Yoga Mat
Meditation shawl
Small rucksack
Sandals/ Comfortable walking wear
Malaria Tablets (pls make informed decision - www.nelsonspharmacy.com for Homeopathic Malaria Tablets)
Mosquito repellent
A good book
pen and paper
Further reading:
The Rough Guide - The Gambia - Nov 06
www.hiddengambia.com
Lonely Planet - The Gambia and Senegal
COST
Option 1. Week 1 : £550.00
Option 2. Week 2 or Week 3 : £595.00
Option 3. Week 1 and Week 2 : £875.00
Option 4. Week 2 and Week 3: £895.00
Price includes: Yoga, twin, shared en-suite bungalow accommodation, delicious brunch & evening meals, airport transfer & local transport, 2 weekly excursions – & for Christmas & New Year weeks, delicious banquet dinner & celebrations.
NB Single occupancy, if available on arrival only, at £100 supplement per week.
~ Flights not included.
~ As with all responsible travel, please ensure you have proper travel insurance.
Flights from : www.thomascookairlines.co.uk, www.firstchoice.co.uk/flights, www.gambiaflights.co.uk, www.thomsonfly.com
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