Sierra Leone & Liberia Jan 2026

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Sierra Leone and Liberia are peaceful West African countries that are now welcoming tourists.   Visit historical sites related to the slave trade and Liberia’s independence (1847, the first independent black African nation).  Observe chimpanzees in Tacugawa Sanctuary (SL) and Monkey Island (LIB), enjoy abundant bird life, and look for the elusive pygmy hippo at Tiwai Island Sanctuary.  Learn about Liberia’s connection to the American automotive industry with a visit to the Firestone Rubber Plantation.  Spend two nights at Sierra Leone’s Rogbonko Village Retreat, an opportunity to be immersed in traditional rural culture.   Experience the bustling cities of Freetown and Monrovia with guided tours.  Enjoy the beautiful beach at River Number 2 in Sierra Leone.  Spend the final night at a Liberian ecolodge amidst rainforest.  This will be an unforgettable tour!  Matt Ebiner from GeoTours will lead the tour along with a local professional guide.  Group will be 6-10 people.

LAND COST = $2990 – includes lodging in a double/twin room, breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners, private 4WD vehicles, English-speaking guides, many entries/activities.  Single rooms cost +$400.  Discounts for GeoTours alumni and early registration.

NOT INCLUDED – Airfare from the USA, meals not listed above, drinks, tips, shopping, personal expenses.

AIRFARE costs about $1500 round-trip from the USA to Freetown (FNA), returning from Monrovia (ROB).  GeoTours will provide flight recommendations.  Participants can spend more time traveling on their own before or after the tour.

REGISTRATION starts on Friday, 4/28/25.