Welcome at Franco Inn
I am Franco Saho, a proud Gambian born and raised in the inlands of the Gambia.
As a teenager I left to the Kombo part of Gambia to build a life there. Eventually I ended up in the beautiful fishing town Tanji.
My dream has always been to show other people all the beauty that Gambia has to offer, but also to make an impact locally, for example by creating job opportunity’s.
Like most Gambians, I have not had an easy life. Through hard work, perseverance and the support of many people around me, I can proudly welcome you to Franco Inn guesthouse and Skill Centre.
At Franco Inn’s compound in the fishing village of Tanji you stay among the local population, which contributes to the real African feeling. We do have Western facilities such as running water, a shower, toilet and electricity, and you can even take a refreshing dip in our swimming pool.
We also have a restaurant where our chef is ready to prepare a delicious local meal for you. If desired, you can also enjoy various European dishes.
We would like to show you the country by taking you on a day trip, a multi-day trip to the inlands, a relaxing afternoon on the beach, a visit to the monkey park or the local market where we can tell you the story of Gambia. It is also possible to follow local workshops in our skill centre. You can combine all activities as you wish. Whether you stay one night or a few months, completely independently, or want to do everything with a guide, on foot, by bike, by car, or just want to do nothing at all, everything is possible and we are happy to advise you on the possibilities.
We would like to show you, discover, experience and feel the beautiful Gambia.
And hopefully you will feel as much at home as I do in Gambia
Franco
The Gambia
In about 6 hours flying you will find the smallest country of Africa, The Gambia. It is also called the “ Smiling Coast of Africa “. And not without reason. You will always get a warm welcome from the friendly population and you will always see smiling children running around. It’s a country where you will feel at home immediately.
Whether you are looking for a sun and beach holiday, want to soak up the culture or enjoy the beautiful nature and wildlife…in The Gambia its summer all year around and there is something to do for all likes.
Guest
houses \
Franco
Inn
We would love to welcome you at our guesthouse in the local fishing village of Tanji. We will make sure to make your stay as comfortable as possible and guarantee you will leave with many fond memories you will never forget.
Educative
cultural
skill
centre
Our Skill Centre was founded in cooperation with the foundation Future For Young People.
Due to a high unemployment rate in Tanji the living conditions are difficult and sometimes hopeless. There are many local youth that have talent for the traditional art disciplines.
Workshops
and
excursions
If you are staying at Franco Inn, or you are staying somerwhere else in The Gambia. We would love to invite you to come and enjoy some of the nice workshops we are offering. All given bij talented Gambians from Tanji.
FoundaTION
GAMBIA
ORGANISATION
ADVISE
The cultural and educational activities of Franco Inn are part of foundation Gambia Organisation Advise. One of the activities is to support and organize activities in favor of the Educational Cultural Skill Center of Franco-Inn in The Gambia and to generate financial resources to enable them to achieve their goals.