Explore Bonthe and Sherbro Island

After breakfast, you will be picked up from the hotel to drive to Yargoi, after which you will take the boat to Sherbro Island. The drive will take approximately five hours through the mainland of Sierra Leone. You will be able to see mining villages and Sierra Rutile mining sites along the way. Once you arrive at Yargoi the boat ride takes two hours and offers you a stunning view of the estuary the villages along. Upon arrival, which will be around 6pm, dinner will be served. The rest of the evening can be spent enjoying the sunset on the pier. You will spend the night in one of the beautifully decorated chalets, each with: a double bed, air-conditioning, hot shower and mini-fridge.

Awake to the sounds of tropical birds and swaying palm trees. Ready to start your explorations after a freshly prepared breakfast? The staff will help you navigate the island and ensure that you can make the most out of your visit. In the morning you can do the history tour with one of the local guides, who will explain everything about the colonial history of the island. or test your water skills by canoeing around the island. The tour takes about two hours, but could be extended if you decide to spend more time walking around. After lunch, a fisherman will take you in a local canoe to the next village and back. The calm waters make this a truly enjoyable and peaceful ride. This trip can take 1,5 or two hours, after which you can relax and spend your evening enjoying dinner.

Ready to further your explorations? After breakfast you can choose between two activities; you either take a boat ride to Mania beach at the other side of the island. Or you can venture inland and explore villages, witnessing how the islanders engage in agricultural activities. The boat ride takes an entire day, and departure time depends on the tide. The agriculture trip takes half a day, and is best to be done in the morning as most activities are done early on. Either way, you will have a truly unique experience as you get the opportunity to get to know the islanders and their way of life. The evening can be spent as you please. The staff can tell you about any ongoing activities in town, might you wish to go for a drink.

Breakfast will be served early as the boat to Yargoi departs at 8am. From there, a vehicle will be waiting to take you on a drive back to Freetown.