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Things to do in Sierra Leone

Mountains meet tropical beaches on the Freetown Peninsula.

Things to do in Sierra Leone

Top 6 adventures in Sierra Leone

  1. 01

    Tiwai Island wildlife sanctuary

    Primates and pygmy hippos on a river island.

    Wildlife
  2. 02

    Explore the Banana Islands

    Remote beaches and diving off the peninsula.

    Expedition
  3. 03

    Skydive over River No. 2 Beach

    A tandem jump above one of West Africa's most beautiful beaches.

    Skydiving
  4. 04

    Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary

    Visit rescued chimpanzees in the hills above Freetown.

    Wildlife
  5. 05

    Surf Bureh Beach

    A friendly surf spot with a local surf club.

    On the water
  6. 06

    Climb Mount Bintumani

    Sierra Leone's highest peak.

    Expedition

Sierra Leone trip facts

Region
Africa
Capital
Freetown
Gateway
Freetown
Best time to go
November to April
We can arrange
Skydiving, Wildlife, Expedition, On the water

Skydiving in Sierra Leone

Skydiving in Sierra Leone starts with one question: where do you want to land? Tell us the spot and we handle the rest — aircraft, instructors, video and permits. First jump or five hundredth, our professional athletes and instructors build the day around you.

Top jump idea: Skydive over River No. 2 Beach.

How skydiving with us works

Sky shows & events in Sierra Leone

Make your next event in Sierra Leone unforgettable. Our athletes can jump into stadiums, beaches, festivals and private celebrations carrying a giant flag with your logo. You get the show, the crowd and the footage.

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Private expeditions in Sierra Leone

Want the ultimate trip in Sierra Leone? We design it around you: the activities, the pace and the people. A dedicated expedition lead meets you in Freetown and stays with you, with close protection, private aviation and medical cover wherever you need it.

How expeditions work

Build a dropzone in Sierra Leone

Governments, resorts and entrepreneurs bring us in to launch skydiving where it doesn't exist yet. In Sierra Leone we'd start with a site and airspace survey, then handle approvals, aircraft, gear, crew and training — and either run it for you or hand it over.

Dropzone in a box

FAQ

Sierra Leone adventure FAQ

Can I go skydiving in Sierra Leone?

Yes. We arrange tandem skydives for first-timers and fun jumps for licensed skydivers in Sierra Leone. If there's no established dropzone where you want to jump, we can bring the aircraft, equipment and instructors and work with the local aviation authority on approvals.

What are the best things to do in Sierra Leone?

Top picks include Tiwai Island wildlife sanctuary, Explore the Banana Islands and Skydive over River No. 2 Beach. We can combine them into one private trip, handled end to end.

When is the best time to visit Sierra Leone for adventure activities?

For most activities, the best window is November to April. We match your dates to the right activities and weather.

How do I get to Sierra Leone?

Most trips start in Freetown. From there we take care of transfers, private flights or helicopters, stays and permits.

Can you organize a skydiving show for an event in Sierra Leone?

Yes. Our athletes can jump into festivals, stadiums, launches and private celebrations in Sierra Leone, landing with your flag or logo. We handle the landing-area survey, airspace permits and safety plan.

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