The traveller guides series are informative and concise, and are aimed at mainstream travelers wanting to discover something a little different on their trip. These indispensable guides offer the perfect blend of culture, history, practical information, mapping, photography and listings.

This brand new Insight Guide to Gambia & Senegal features a wealth of inspiring full-colour photography, including double page spreads of some of the most outstanding views in sub-Saharan Africa. The top ten sights are identified to show you the very best of both countries and to help you plan your trip priorities. Whether you simply want to while away the days on the lush Atlantic coastline, or safari into the remote savannah of Niokolo-Koba, this guide expertly explores it all. An Editor's Choice section highlights the most unique experiences Gambia & Senegal have to offer, along with personal recommendations on sights and activities not to be missed. An in-depth Places section covers both countries, region by region, with all the principal sites cross-referenced by number to the accompanying full-colour maps. At the end of each section you can find useful restaurant listings, with an indication of prices suitable for all budgets. Other colour-coded sections cover History and interesting features on everything from Religion and Architecture to Performing Arts. Comprehensive Travel Tips are provided for both countries, detailing transport, accommodation for all budgets, eating out, activities, language and more. A quick-reference A-Z section of further practical information includes useful contact numbers, to ensure your trip goes smoothly. The unique combination of insightful exploration alongside practical advice means that this guide truly is a pleasure to read before, during and after your visit. With this guide you also receive a FREE HotelClub loyalty card, offering GBP15 off your first hotel booking plus great savings of up to 60% on over 30,000 hotels across 120 countries.

Lonely Planet's 4th edition of "The Gambia & Senegal" will take you from the arid desert lands of the north to the lush tropical forests in the south, and from the capital cities of Dakar and Banjul to the more remote Bassari country. Go lion spotting in the Parc National de Niokolo-Koba or hike around the beautifully conserved Abuko Nature Reserve. <br>Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip. <br>In This Guide: <br>Dedicated chapters on birdwatching and music<br>Customised itineraries take you up the coast or down the river<br>Unique Green Index highlights the best ecofriendly options<br>