This article was written for all your friends and families who were apprehensive when you told them you’re going to visit Sierra Leone, and were concerned for your health and safety. True, Sierra Leone has been on the news for a series of dramatic events over the past 30 or so years, but let’s remember …
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Our wonderful country has a lot to offer in terms of culture, wildlife, and natural beauty, but there’s no denying our recent history has been difficult. Despite significant progress since the end of the civil war in 2002, Sierra Leone continues to face challenges in areas such as healthcare, education, environmental conservation, and community development. …
Culture lovers visiting Sierra Leone, this article was written with you in mind! Yes, I’m talking to all those that prefer bustling markets to fancy restaurants, and will take a village stay any day before a beach holiday. We’ve spoken about Sierra Leonean culture before, highlighting the main ethnic groups in the country and traditional …
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Ecotourism Sierra Leone Sierra Leone is a not-to-be-missed destination for travellers that wish to get close to nature, to learn about the country’s pristine landscapes and diverse wildlife habitats. From beaches to mountains and rainforests, there is something for every nature enthusiast to discover in this beautiful and unspoiled corner of West Africa. Here are …
After a day spent immersed in nature, enjoying adventures like hiking, wildlife-watching or spending time on offbeat beaches, there’s nothing better than resting at an eco resort. Many hotels and resorts are working really hard to decrease their environmental footprint, preventing waste and prioritizing the use of local ingredients and renewable sources of energy. Here …
Here in Sierra Leone we have a beach for everyone, for every mood, taste and preference. Would you like to go surfing? Bureh Beach it is! Or what about diving? If that’s the case, you should pay a visit to Sussex Beach. Are you after a buzzing, lively atmosphere? Make your way to Lumley Beach! …
Did you know that chimpanzees are Sierra Leone’s national animals? Our country has a healthy chimpanzee population, measuring approximately 5500 individuals across the country, according to the latest census. Chimpanzees are still an endangered species – population across the continent has dwindled to about one tenth of what it was a century ago, because of …
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Wildlife lovers heading to Sierra Leone will probably already have heard of Tiwai Island (Mende for ‘Big Island’), a river island in the Moa River, hidden in the depths of the Upper Guinea Rainforest in southern Sierra Leone. The Upper Guinea Rainforest stands as a living testament to the ancient woodlands that once blanketed the …
With its enviable location in a natural harbour along the stunning Atlantic coastline, Freetown, the capital city of Sierra Leone, is truly a wonderful destination. From its colonial past to its vibrant markets and beautiful beaches, Freetown is a must-visit for all travellers to Sierra Leone – and as the first port of entry for …
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