Sierra Leone Travel Guide 🇸🇱
Complete travel guide to Sierra Leone — Freetown, white-sand beaches, rainforests, islands & rich cultural heritage
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📌 Quick Facts
🏙 Capital Freetown
🌍 Geography Atlantic Coast · Forests · Islands
💱 Currency Sierra Leonean Leone (SLE)
🗣 Language English (official)
⏱ Time Zone GMT
🔌 Plug Type Type G — 230V
Sierra Leone is known for some of West Africa’s most beautiful beaches.
🛂 Visa & Entry Rules
Visa required E-visa available Passport valid 6+ months- Visa required for most travelers
- E-visa available online
- Yellow fever certificate mandatory
🗓 Best Time to Visit
🌤 Nov–Apr Dry season — best time
🌧 May–Oct Heavy rains
🏖 Beaches Best Dec–Mar
🌳 Forests Lush after rains
💰 Average Trip Budget
- 🎒 Budget — $30–45 / ₹2,500–₹3,800
- 🏨 Mid-range — $70–110 / ₹6,000–₹9,000
- 🏖 Beach resorts — $150+ / ₹12,500+
🗺 Top Places to Visit
Freetown Lumley Beach Tokeh Beach Banana Islands Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary Outamba-Kilimi National Park🚇 Transport & Getting Around
- Shared taxis & minibuses
- Boat transfers to islands
- Limited domestic flights
📶 Mobile SIM & Internet
- Providers — Orange · Africell
- Good coverage in cities
- Limited in rural areas
💵 Money & Payments
- Cash widely used
- Cards accepted in few hotels
- ATMs limited
🍽 Food & Local Cuisine
- Rice & cassava dishes
- Groundnut stew
- Fresh fish & seafood
- Spicy sauces
🛡 Safety & Travel Awareness
- Generally safe for tourists
- Petty theft in cities
- Use licensed guides & transport
🧳 Suggested 5-Day Itinerary
- Day 1 — Arrive in Freetown
- Day 2 — Beaches & city tour
- Day 3 — Banana Islands
- Day 4 — Chimpanzee Sanctuary
- Day 5 — Relax & departure
❓ FAQs
Is Sierra Leone safe for tourists?
Yes, it is generally safe with normal precautions.
Is English spoken?
Yes, English is the official language.
Do I need cash?
Yes, cash is essential outside major hotels.
What is Sierra Leone best known for?
Beaches, islands, and friendly locals.
🚨 Emergency Numbers
👮 Police 019
🚑 Ambulance 999
🔥 Fire 999
🩺 Tourist Help Sierra Leone Tourism Board
🎟 Tours & Activities in Sierra Leone
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