Evergreen Retreat

“Greg and Maria are very helpfull. The food is excellent, especially the butterfish which is the best we have tasted here in Gambia.”

“The garden in which the six huts are located is amazing, trees and flowers everywhere. The huts are nice and large, enough room for suitcases. The mosquitonets ware in perfect shape and the beds were really nice. Greg and Maria, the hosts, are very nice people that will always help you out if necessary. Greg is very involved with the local community and both are very interesting people to talk to. The staff is friendly and the food is really nice. You can choose between European and local food. I definitely recommend this place to everyone who likes to be close to nature. The lodge is located very good, you can visit many places while staying here.”

“Evergreen is one of the most unique and beautiful places that I’ve had the pleasure of staying in. There’s nothing that can match the experience of waking up in the morning to a chorus of birdsong from the surrounding trees and bush - it’s a true sanctuary in a peaceful corner of the Gambian coast. Maria and Greg were wonderful hosts, showing me around the garden and local village, and preparing fresh and delicious meals every day. The beach (usually deserted) is within easy reach of the lodge along sandy paths...it’s well worth taking a walk along the beach towards Sanyang bay where the water is calm and ideal for swimming, with access to a cold beer from Bakary’s beach bar. River boat tours can be organised from the lodge but if spending the day reading in a hammock is more your speed you can’t go wrong either. Rooms are spotless and comfortable - it was the first time I’ve used a composting toilet outside of a festival and the experience did not compare! Thanks again for your hospitality- I will definitely be back!”

“Maria and Greg are a very welcoming and warm-hearted couple that made us feel like home and family at their place. Their lodge is a real hidden gem in the outback and worth any minute and drive. The hosts and the staff were supporting us once we needed something and they let us enjoy ourselves whenever we felt like it. The home-cooked food was delicious and all ingredients fresh from the local market. We always felt safe at their ground and enjoyed our nights in the cozy and individual interior designed bungalow. It is an amazing and nature related experience to fall asleep and wake-up in the middle of the nature. In the evenings, they were having a great campfire to sit and relax and have great talks. The local beach nearby was just endless and we were the only people there. Amazing!!! If you would like to experience local and real Gambia, that is the place to go!!!”

“Greg and Maria are lovely people who made our stay extra special. The lodge is perfectly in keeping with it's surroundings and super chilled. Food is home cooked and very tasty. You will learn about local plants, such as Moringa.”