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What I enjoyed sharing most with my clients is culture, traditions and the birds and wildlife of the Senegambia region, food. I am most proud of my country is the rich culture and most importantly the peaceful nature of the country and friendliness of the people, where the name smiling coast of Africa comes from.

 

Which Explore tours do you lead?

Senegal and the Gambia.

 

How long have you worked for Explore?

I’ve worked for Explore since 2023.

 

What is your favourite local food?

My favourite local food is called fried rice (jollof rice) locally cooked with either fish, chicken or beef. All vegetables cooked in one cooking pot with tomato sauce.
 

What do travellers find most surprising when they visit?

What surprise my clients mostly is how different people from different ethnic groups and cultures live peacefully together, how people from different religions live in peace, love and harmony and how two countries the Gambia and Senegal have lot in common, e.g culture, traditions, language, food, music even the local names of people.

Customer feedback for Assan

"Assan went above and beyond. We couldn't have asked more of him. He spoke from the heart and shared with us stories that gave us insights into these countries that we could not otherwise have experienced." - Keryl

"Assan was an absolute legend he is so knowledgeable and a genuinely nice person he was so helpful and kind he made the trip 100% better. Assan was a brilliant leader." - Karen

"Undoubtedly the best local guide we've come across on several overseas guided holidays. Managed a very complicated itinerary with calm authority and great success. Had great rapport with the tour party and even made a great success of a fellow tourist's birthday celebration - fabulous Happy Birthday singing with the dance troupe at Senegambia, what a night!!" - Michael

"He was exceptional. Kind, humble and very knowledgeable. He took great pride in ensuring we were happy." - Catherine

"Assan was phenomenal!!!" - Pawel

"Assan was outstanding from start to finish in every department, Flawless and a lovely man. His attention to detail was exceptional." - Stephen