Welcome to Sierra Leone
Arrive in Freetown, settle into Country Lodge and meet fellow travelers at a warm welcome reception with introductions, journey orientation and a first taste of Sierra Leonean hospitality.
March 7-16, 2027
Itinerary & tour details
Everything you need to understand and prepare for a purposeful ten-day journey through Sierra Leone.
The essentials
A carefully planned heritage experience.
The tour is limited to 30 travelers and costs $2,500 USD per person based on double occupancy.
Single rooms and larger suites are available at adjusted prices. A $300 tax-deductible legacy gift supporting Tasso Island is included in the tour price.
Book the tripYour tour includes
- 9 nights of premium lodging
- All ground transportation in Sierra Leone
- All meals except lunch on March 14
- Guided heritage tours and cultural activities
- Pre-trip virtual orientation
- $300 Tasso Island legacy gift
Day by day
Your ten-day itinerary
Each day combines history, community, culture and time to reflect on the connections linking Sierra Leone with the wider African diaspora.
Historic Freetown
Explore the National Museum, Peace Museum and historic Old Fourah Bay College. Learn about Freetown's founding, Krio heritage and national renewal, then enjoy an evening barbecue at Mamba Point Lagoonda.
Nature, Art and Culture
Visit Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary, enjoy panoramic views from Leicester Peak, meet local artists at Bondumani Art Gallery and shop at the historic Big Market.
Bunce Island and Tasso Island
Travel by boat to Bunce Island for a remembrance ceremony, then continue to Tasso Island for an African Naming Ceremony and visits to Kissy Town Eco-Camp, Bethel Gardens and the Heritage Center. Present a Legacy Gift supporting community development.
Freedom Day
Join the inaugural commemoration honoring descendants of the Black Poor, Nova Scotian Black Loyalists, Jamaican Maroons, Krios and Gullah Geechee as communities rooted in freedom and self-determination.
Business Exchange and Journey to Bo
Join a Business and Culture Exchange at Fourah Bay College, then travel toward Bo with stops in Senehun and Moyamba Junction before a welcome celebration of singers and dancers.
Cultural Immersion in Bo
Experience traditional regalia and cultural artifacts, visit historic Bo School and enjoy a vivid masquerade performance with singers bringing celebration into the streets.
Heritage Journey to the Coast
Travel through Taiama, home of Njala University, explore rice cultivation traditions, ancient Nomoli figures and the story of Sengbe Pieh and the 1839 Amistad rebellion.
Restoration at Mozza Beach
Enjoy a restorative beach day with optional water sports, cultural activities and free time. Close the tour with a farewell dinner and bonfire under the stars.
Wi Go Si Bak
Prepare for departure and allow at least five hours before your international flight, depending on flight time.
Your home away from home
Three welcoming stays
Please do not book rooms independently. A reserved block and special group pricing are being coordinated.
Country Lodge
March 7-12 · Freetown
Panoramic Atlantic views with single, double, triple and four-person options.
Eden Lodge
March 12-14 · Bo Province
Single rooms and a variety of villa configurations during the Bo cultural experience.
Mozza Beach Resort
March 14-16 · York Village
Coastal comfort in King, King Premium and Double configurations.
Before departure
Travel requirements
Plan early and consult the appropriate official authorities for requirements that apply to your nationality and health needs.
Passport & visa
A valid passport is required. Travelers from the United States and United Kingdom must obtain a Sierra Leone visa.
Health & safety
Yellow fever vaccination is required, while malaria prophylaxis is recommended. Discuss your needs with a qualified clinician.
Travel protection
Insurance recommended
Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended for your protection and peace of mind.
Cancellation policy
Understand the commitment.
The $300 deposit benefits Tasso Island and is non-refundable.
- Cancellations 60+ days before departure: refund less deposit
- Cancellations 59-30 days before departure: partial refund
- No refunds within 14 days of departure