Sierra Leonean beaches is internationally reputed for their natural beauty, pristine waters, and winter sun
Exercise Increased Caution
Crime levels are high, including in Freetown. Common crimes include armed robbery, violent assault, burglary, pickpocketing and bag snatching. Crime increases at night. Criminals sometimes target foreigners
Local police often lack the resources to deal effectively with serious criminal incidents.
Most visited places in Sierra Leone
Bunce Island
Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary
Banana Island
Cottom Tree
Sierra Leone National Museum
Sierra Leone Peace and Cultural Monument
Food - cassava leaf, that’s the national dish
Lumley Beach
National Railway Museum
Fourah Bay College
Tokeh Beach
River Number Two Beach
Tasso Island
Bureh Beach
Leicester Peak
St. George’s cathedral
Best time to visit Sierra Leone
The best time to go to Sierra Leone is in the dry season, which runs from October to May. January and February tend to be the hottest months. Birders will find December or January most rewarding. Travel is possible in June and late September although there will be heavy down pours and rural roads can become very muddy.
Lowest Prices
The cheapest month for flights to Sierra Leone is March. The most expensive month for flights is June.
All photos Credit to Viator ( Traveler contributions)