Volunteer Trails
We are the voice for responsible volunteering and eco-, rural- and community-based travel in The Gambia.
About Us
With the heritage of making a change in The Gambia for the past 12 years, Volunteer Trails is the creation of a new vision that will improve the quality of lives of Gambians in a sustainable and self-sufficient way.
We are the voice for responsible volunteering and eco-, rural- and community-based travel in The Gambia.
Everyone involved in our projects is fairly paid and encouraged. Hand in hand with communities, we create job opportunities as we don’t believe that (just) giving is beneficial to the people and their future. Our mission is to minimize or completely remove dependency on instant cash donations. Instead, we believe there must be an exchange of services and/or products for earnings.
Education, exchange, sharing, accepting and making an impact is our mission. And we invite like-minded people to join us.
7 days Musical Trail + Volunteering
Embark on the Ninki Nanka Musical Trail, a captivating 7-day journey that invites you to discover The Gambia through the enchanting realm of music. This unique expedition combines awe-inspiring sights, deep dives into history, rich traditions, vibrant culture, and soul-stirring heritage. Feel the rhythmic beats of traditional drums, and the warmth of Gambian soil beneath your feet as you dance, and share a piece of your heart with the welcoming people you’ll meet along the way.
Assistance in the Nursery School
The kindergarten caters to children aged 4 to 8, organized into three preschool education levels. The primary goal of preschool education is to equip children with essential skills, primarily in English language, numeracy, and shapes, serving as a robust foundation for their entry into primary school. Volunteers in the kindergarten contribute as teacher’s assistants, leading workshops and sharing knowledge to prepare interactive lessons for young learners.
Summer Camp in the Nursery School
Join us for a rewarding volunteering experience during the summer holidays at our kindergarten in Brufut, Ghana Town, The Gambia. The summer camps cater to children from the local villages, including those attending our kindergarten year-round and those who have never had the chance to enrol in school.
Contribute to our current Project!
For the 13th year in a row, we are organizing a summer camp for children in The Gambia. From July, 20 to September, 25 2026, the summer camp will be supported by many dedicated international volunteers, offering children from local villages a safe, inspiring and educational place to spend their summer days.
The main part of our summer camp is providing children with a daily lunch. The lunch is simple, yet essential — for many children, it is often the most reliable meal of the day and a crucial support that helps them stay focused, participate in activities, and maintain their energy throughout the day.
Recent Posts
Stories of Our Sponsors: Anastasia Wright
This Tuesday, Anastasia had the opportunity to visit Aji Mariama Sillah and her family — a child she proudly sponsors. It was a truly heartwarming day filled with connection, kindness, and shared moments.
A Cultural Day in Our Kids Are The World Nursery School
On Friday, 27 March 2026, the day at our Kids Are The World Nursery School unfolded a little differently than usual. We held a special cultural day dedicated to the diversity of ethnic groups in The Gambia.
Start of Bantaba Construction: The Foundations Are Set
This past weekend was full of activity at our career and education center. Local craftsmen began preparing the site, which included clearing the area, marking out the construction zone, and excavating for the foundations.