Now safe but notorious for war and "blood diamonds" in the 1990s, this English-speaking West African country has been recovering nicely and is a real tourism up-and-comer, with abundant wildlife/ecotourism, heritage sites, and among Africa's best beaches.
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viti One of West Africa´s smaller countries – a bit more wee than Scotland and a smidge bigger than Delaware plus West Virginia – the landscape of Sierra Leone (pop. 8.9 million) is a tropical mix of rainforests and savannahs. It was originally founded by the British in 1808 as a refuge – like next-door Liberia – for freed slaves (although its curious name dates back to 1462, when explorers sailing the coast from Portugal dubbed the mountains they spotted the “Serra Leoa,” which means Lion…
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We have just received our copy of the Rough Guides First-Time Africa in which we are listed on page 405, under the 'Africa Specialist Operators' category. The entry states: "West Africa Discovery: One of the few companies specializing in West Africa , with unusual tours and a strong responsible travel ethos".
We have a selection of sustainably managed responsible tourism projects just for you to discover. Work with us to create better places to visit and better places to live in, in West Africa.
You can also join a community dedicated to travel in West Africa which explores the rich local heritage in a sustainable and responsible way.
Fancy spending a week on a tropical beach all-expenses paid?
Ever had a dream about being part of a tribe and living the tribal life?
Interested in sustainable development technologies?
Have an interest in local heritage?
Wouldn't mind participating in the following activities: sunbathing, building, swimming, cooking, canoeing upriver, trekking, fishing, beach football, skill sharing, teaching, drumming, bonfires, and eating great seafood?
Have an urge to be the first to discover a new destination?
Want to make a difference in a country looking to change its image?
If your answer to one of the questions above is YES, then why not check out Tribewanted Sierra Leone's prize draw. For more information and to enter the 'sweepstake', click here.
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It takes one person to go there and come back to tell their friends what a good time they had in order to change perceptions. This is what Sorrell Golding did, and now she has written an inspiring article that hopefully, as she puts it, will give Sierra Leone the acknowledgement it deserves for being such a friendly, stunning, unforgettable country! To read the article, please click here.There are various sustainable and responsible tourism projects that are ongoing in Sierra Leone, and there are many more to come. If you are curious to find out what kind of exciting holiday ideas you can find in such a beautiful and awe-inspiring country, click here.
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