How to Book Travel on Slok Air Gambia

Although it is registered in Gambia, Slok Air Gambia has actually been headquartered at Mutala Mohammed International Airport in Lagos, Nigeria, since 2004, when the former Slok Air experienced difficulties with the Nigerian government and had to relocate its operation. Its large fleet of Boeing 737s delivers passengers and cargo all over West Africa.

Things You'll Need

• Passport
• Computer with Internet access

Instructions

Book Travel on Slok Air Gambia

1. Call Slok Air Gambia directly at 011 ([phone] to book your air travel.

2. Explore the official Web site of Slok Air Gambia (see Resources below) to see if their services, routes and timetables agree with your travel plans. Currently, it is not possible to book online.

3. Consider using a local travel agency for booking flights if you feel uneasy about giving your credit card information to a company based in a developing nation.

4. Follow up with an email to Slok Air Gambia if you have any questions about their services.

Plan Your Flight on Slok Air Gambia

1. Ask Slok Air Gambia about their selection of special services, such as business classes, meal options and accommodations for disabled passengers or people with special needs.

2. Use the available resources on the official Web site to find travel accommodations and car rentals.

3. Get an astonishing view of the vast grasslands and swamps surrounding Gambia by reserving a window seat.

Explore the Wonders of Gambia

1. Hire a guide to take you on a trek through the swamps filled with mangrove trees if you're feeling adventurous.

2. Witness enormous herds of wild antelopes running across the savannah at the Abuku National Wildlife Reserve.

3. Charter a sailboat for a trip up the River Gambia, which is the focal point of most of the country.

Tips & Warnings

• Always allow enough time in your travel plans for the inevitable delays at security and customs checkpoints in the Gambian airports. Keep yourself abreast of the latest security regulations in the area to reduce potential delays.

• All phone numbers include the United States international prefix "011." When calling internationally from outside the United States, check which prefix to use. All country codes are within parentheses and begin with a "+" sign.

• The roads in Gambia are notoriously dusty, so wear protective clothing, such as scarves and sunglasses.

• Malaria is prevalent in Gambia as well as most other West African nations. Schedule all required vaccinations with your doctor at least one month prior to arriving in Africa. Make sure you have a steady supply of malaria tablets while traveling as well.

• Never agree to transport an item to the U.S. for a stranger, even for a fee.