Evergreen Eco Lodge Retreat

It's difficult to put into words how lovely this place is, how lovely Greg and Maria are and how much we loved staying here. A peaceful, beautiful environment, delicious local food cooked from fresh every day, a lovely room designed with both comfort and environment in mind. And such wonderful hosts. We will definitely be going back.

We have just enjoyed a lovely week at Evergreen Ecolodge. It is a haven of tranquility amongst the hustle and bustle of Gambian life where one can retreat after a visit to the market, a walk along the beach or a longer trip up-country or into Senegal as we did. Greg, Maria and Neo are excellent hosts; nothing is too much trouble and it is very apparent that the needs and wants of their guests are the top priority for them. From excellent food and the delivery of tea and coffee to our door at 6am, to organising taxis and the loan of a yoga mat, we really were made to feel at home. Our roundhouse was very comfortable and spotlessly clean. The composting toilet as a novelty but not a problem. Maria’s cooking is excellent with lots of variety. My husband especially enjoyed the Greek meal but it was all delicious. The multiple pots of tea we drank were up-to-scratch too! If you are looking for somewhere to stay where you can embrace the true atmosphere of The Gambia in comfort, feel safe and have lovely people to help you organise your trip, this is the place for you. Thank you to Greg, Maria, Neo and their staff for a memorable week. It’s a shame we couldn’t have brought the weather home with us but we will be back to enjoy it again!

I had visited the evergreen lodge about four years ago and thought that it would be a perfect retreat to experience, so i came back this march as a guest with my wife and two children and had a real taste of Gambia. The accomidation is very clean and tastfully decorated and the beds are lovely and comfotable. The food is excellent. The surrounding are tranquil and peaceful but not too far from local restaurants and village life, and the beach is a five minute drive,so within walking distance. The enviroment is very safe with no traffic noise. The owners are so friendly and accomidating, they certainaly made our stay warm and welcoming. To say the least i certainly recommend staying here,you wouldnt regret it.

We have recently returned from our annual visit to the Evergreen Lodges. They never disappoint! Marie and Greg are always attentive to your needs without being overwhelming. Their hospitality is second to none. We always value the serenity of Evergreen together with the high standard and creativity of the accommodation. For people like us who love to be immersed in natural surroundings Evergreen is a good choice for a break. The diversity of birds and their songs add to the interest and relaxation. Marie’s cooking is not the least enjoyable part of our visits catering for all tastes and needs! We love the close proximity of beaches offering wildness and more developed facilities if preferred. We look forward to our next visit. Jan and Peter Francis

The lovely Greg and Maria have created such a beautiful, laidback eco retreat! Evergreen is in the perfect spot if you want to unwind and enjoy exploring Gambia without staying in the touristy hub. The atmosphere is welcoming, tranquil and very comfortable and they offer truly delicious food that is healthy, authentic and varied. The accommodation is ideal - simple, comfy and eco-minded - I slept very, very well all nights I was there. Greg and Maria have lots of knowledge and contacts for the region and organised trustworthy guides, taxis and airport transfers. I cannot recommend highly enough, as a solo female traveller it was really a perfect place to stay. Equally, I think it would be a great choice for couples and families.

This beautiful camp is just 1 hour from the airport and tourist areas of Serekundu and Banjul, yet feels a million miles away. It is near the coast in amongst traditional farmland, about 1 km from the main coastal highway and hence extremely peaceful, but easy to access. The huts are superbly comfortable and beautifully decorated. Maria and Greg, and their staff, are really friendly and will do anything to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. The food is superb. I can't recommend this Eco Lodge highly enough Note that most lodges call themselves "eco-lodges". Evergreen is one of the few with true eco credentials - solar power, local food (mostly grown by Greg), etc.