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11 Days
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Min: 4 | Max: 12
Meals:
B- 10, L - 9, D - 10
Highlights:
Freetown, Sugar Loaf Hike and Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary, Makeni, Rogbonko Village, Kabala Heritage Trail, Tiwai and Banana Islands, T...
Sierra Leone, a West African country known for its rich history, diverse culture, and stunning landscapes, offers a unique travel experience. The country boasts pristine beaches along its Atlantic coastline, with spots like River Number Two and Tokeh Beach being particularly popular for their white sands and clear waters. Freetown, the capital city, is a vibrant urban center where visitors can explore historical sites like the Cotton Tree and the National Museum, which provide insights into the nation's past, including its role in the transatlantic slave trade and its journey to independence.
For nature enthusiasts, Sierra Leone is a treasure trove of biodiversity and natural beauty. The country is home to several wildlife reserves and national parks, such as the Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary and Outamba-Kilimi National Park, where travelers can witness a variety of wildlife including chimpanzees, hippos, and a wide array of bird species. The lush forests and rolling hills of the interior, particularly in places like the Loma Mountains and the Tiwai Island Wildlife Sanctuary, offer excellent opportunities for hiking and ecotourism.
Sierra Leone also offers a vibrant cultural experience, with its music, dance, and festivals reflecting a blend of traditional and modern influences. Visitors can enjoy local cuisine, which features dishes like cassava leaves, groundnut stew, and fresh seafood, offering a taste of the country's culinary diversity. Despite its troubled past marked by civil war, Sierra Leone has made significant strides in rebuilding and is increasingly welcoming to tourists, with improving infrastructure and a growing number of accommodations ranging from eco-lodges to beach resorts. Whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation, or a deeper understanding of West African culture, Sierra Leone provides a rewarding and unforgettable travel experience.
My experience with Encounters was excellent from start to finish. The Tour Guide, Sheriff, was the most passionate, enthusiastic and professional guide I have ever had on a tour and his love for Egypt really made me enjoy my time so much more.
Encounters Travel did such a superb job in organizing this tour. I had never heard of them before going on the Maldives Magic tour, however now I will recommend them to friends/family and use them for my future planned trips.
Our tour is what made the trip that much more memorable. Rather than being plopped at a westernized resort, we were able to get a taste of how the locals live, eat and entertain themselves. We stayed in quaint guesthouses on the islands amongst the locals, ate authentic Maldivian cuisine (one day even with a Maldivian family who made us breakfast), and viewed a traditional dance/singing performance which was absolutely delightful. This was a trip of a lifetime that I will never forget.
The trip was excellent and very well run, we have no complaints it was exactly as we expected.The guide was knowledgable and courteous, it ran on time and accommodation was fine.We have no complaints and have now booked again to go to India.
The trip was as above and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, all destinations were as expected and lived up to our expectations.We went with the idea of visiting Turkey and especially Gallipoli which achieved our goals.The historical part of thetrip was very well done and memmorable.
This is our first travel through Encounters Travel and so far the arrangement is working very well. Our travel is not until April 2017 so I am more than hopeful all will continue to run as smoothly as it has so far.
Took care of every single detail from prior to our arrival in Cario until we we're dropped of at the airport a week later.
Our hotels, tours, meals, and tour group we're all wonderful.
Our tour guide was wonderful!
The price was great and the people wonderful!
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