Tijan Kanteh is a very knowledgeable bird guide and has been a Member of the RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds) since 1992 and a life member since 1995. Visitors accompanying Tijan can expect to fully utilise their time in The Gambia as he is renowned locally for being one of the best guides available –locally he is known as '
Tijan the birdman'.
Tijan's knowledge of the local area and birding habitat, coupled with his expert knowledge of Gambian ornithology, mean that visitors can expect to see some of the rarest birds in the world, both resident and migratory. These include Brown-backed Woodpeckers, Brubru, Swallow-tailed Bee Eaters, Crowned Crane, Crested Eagles, Sparrow Larks and Quail Finches.
Tijan also prides himself on being a Nightjar specialist (pictured).
Transport
Tijan has his own fully insured people carrier which can cater for up to 8 people and can also be used for airport departure/collection. Tijan is also happy to advise people on The Gambia in general (simply send him an email) and he also has excellent written and verbal English.
Pricing
Tijan can offer excellent fixed rate prices of
£20 per person per day (plus petrol). He is flexible with times suitable to you and can offer reduced rates for larger groups at
£100 per group of 6 or more per day. Other guides will sometimes be available 'on spec' but you do really get what you pay for in The Gambia and bird guides are no exception.
Booking Information
If you are planning a trip to The Gambia and are interested in using Tijan as a guide then please
contact him directly for details .
Tijan will usually reply within 3 working days, where he will inform you of his availability and discuss any initial requirements you may have.
