Freetown: all 10 tours and excursions for your cruise

Visit Tokeh, a coast resort town on the peninsula of the western rural area of Sierra Leone. While Tokeh was originally a fishing village, it in the past few years has grown rapidly in popularity as a tourist and resort destination, most notably at a five-star resort called The Place.Departing from The Place resort, proceed to the fishing village of Tokeh to see all the local highlights and see what life here is like. Visit the African smoked fish house to watch the process of traditional fish smoking,...

As you look around the beautiful Tokeh beach, you may notice the line of lush green mountains behind you. This tour is the opportunity to explore that lush landscape of the modest mountainscape of Tokeh.Departing from The Place resort, travel 5 miles by bus on a walking trip amidst the small Tokeh mountains. Walk to see the natural stone waterfall, and then continue to see natural made caves and old slave trade posts.On your excursion there are other history-filled highlights, including the ancient...

Visit Tokeh, a coast resort town on the peninsula of the western rural area of Sierra Leone. While Tokeh was originally a fishing village, it in the past few years has grown rapidly in popularity as a tourist and resort destination, most notably at a five-star resort called The Place. Departing from The Place resort, proceed to the fishing village of Tokeh to see all the local highlights and see what life here is like. Return to the ship. Note Please note: Sierra Leone is a very-low-income...

Start your day with a birdwatching adventure at the scenic Golf Course, a haven for birding enthusiasts. As you explore the lush landscape, you’ll have the chance to spot a variety of fascinating bird species, including the Grey Woodpecker, Oriole Warbler, Blue-Breasted Kingfisher, and the elusive Snow-crowned Robin Chat. Keep an eye out for the Senegal Thick-knee, Pied Kingfisher, and the striking Woodland Kingfisher, among many others. Raptors like the Black Sparrowhawk and scavengers...

Discover the beauty of Sierra Leone’s wildlife at Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary, combining a unique birdwatching experience with a tour of the sanctuary. Nestled in lush rainforest near Freetown, Tacugama is home not only to rescued chimpanzees but also to diverse bird species, including hornbills, turacos and sunbirds. Begin with a guided birding walk through scenic forest trails, perfect for spotting and photographing local and migratory birds. Then, tour the sanctuary to learn about...

The civil war in Sierra Leone (1991-2002) not only killed more than 50,000 people, it also let to thousands of innocent civilians having legs, arms or hands forcibly amputated by rebel soldiers. The Flying Star Amputees are a group of football teams across Sierra Leone born out of the adversity of this war.  All players are victims of civil wat amputations, and football has brought them joy, confidence and hope for a better future for disabled people in Sierra Leone. Join these athletes for...

The forest reserve is located on the hills of the Western Area Peninsula, on the extreme western edge of the country, about 5 km south of the capital Freetown. Traffic however can sometimes be a bit congested so traveling this 5km might take a little longer than usual. It became a national park in 2012 - furthermore UNESCO has accepted the Western Area Peninsula National Park's application as tentative site as UNESCO World Heritage. Upon arrival your guide will take you to the best spot/s to...

Bunce Island was the largest British slave castle on the Rice Coast of West Africa. This is a must see for anyone interested in the history of the slave trade. You cannot hear the story of Bunce Island without being moved by its history. Founded around 1670, it exported tens of thousands of African captives to North America and the West Indies until the British Parliament finally closed it down in 1808. As you approach the dense forest by boat, you are quickly overcome by the stillness...

Jumbled and beautifully chaotic, set amidst ocean and white sand beaches, Freetown is a vibrant port city and the capital of Sierra Leone in West Africa. This colorful city is a bundle of fascinating contradictions, with peaceful beaches adjacent to its gritty streets in this busy major port on the Atlantic Ocean. Freetown is known also for its history, particularly its role in the slave trade from Africa to the Americas. Freetown was founded as a city in 1792 by Lieutenant John Clarkson and...

Jumbled and beautifully chaotic, set amidst ocean and white sand beaches, Freetown is a vibrant port city and the capital of Sierra Leone in West Africa. This colorful city is a bundle of fascinating contradictions, with peaceful beaches adjacent to its gritty streets in this busy major port on the Atlantic Ocean. Freetown is known also for its history, particularly its role in the slave trade from Africa to the Americas. Freetown was founded as a city in 1792 by Lieutenant John...