Outamba-Kilimi National Park

Outamba-Kilimi National Park is Sierra Leone's oldest national park and features a scenic diversity rarely found in the rest of the country. It consists of two separate areas: Outamba (hilly with rivers) and Kilimi (flatter with savanna). The park is famous for its populations of forest elephants, chimpanzees, and hippos, which can often be spotted during a canoe trip on the Seli River. The birdlife here is particularly impressive, making the park a top destination for ornithologists. Visitors can stay in simple safari huts and take guided bush walks to experience the wildlife up close. The park's isolation guarantees an exclusive nature experience far away from any hustle and bustle. The good time to visit is the dry season from November to March, when animals gather at waterholes and rivers. Access involves traveling north via Makeni and Kamakwie, often on unpaved roads. Catering is very basic, so it is recommended to bring your own supplies. Outamba-Kilimi is a place for explorers who appreciate the raw beauty of the West African wilderness.

Nearby cities

Port Loko

Port Loko is the capital of the North West Province and a major trade center.

Lunsar

Lunsar is a significant mining town in the northwest, known for its iron ore deposits.

Kambia

Kambia is the capital of the district of the same name and a major gateway to Guinea.

Kamakwie

Kamakwie is a town in Karene District and a significant commercial center in the northwest.

Kukuna

Kukuna is an important town in Kambia District, near the border with Guinea.

Mambolo

Mambolo is a port town in Kambia District known for its fishing and agriculture.

Rokupr

Rokupr is known for its rice research institute and its location on the Great Scarcies River.

History & landmarks

Lungi International Airport

Lungi is the sole international airport of Sierra Leone and the main gateway to the rest of the world.

Nature

Little Scarcies River

The Little Scarcies River, also known as the Kaba, is a major river in northwestern Sierra Leone.

Great Scarcies River

The Great Scarcies River, also called the Kolenté, forms part of the border between Sierra Leone and Guinea.

More places

Outamba-Kilimi

Outamba-Kilimi is the oldest national park in Sierra Leone, consisting of two separate areas.

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Singamba Forest

The Singamba Forest is a significant forest area in the northwest that serves as a wildlife refuge.

Kambia Rice Polders

The vast rice fields protected by embankments in Kambia utilize the fertile silt from the tidal rivers.

Marampa Iron Ore Mine

One of the oldest and most significant iron ore mines in Sierra Leone, located near the town of Lunsar.

Bai Bureh Memorial

The memorial commemorates Bai Bureh, a national hero who led the resistance against the British Hut Tax.

Port Loko Cashew Orchards

In Port Loko, thousands of cashew trees grow, their nuts providing a valuable export commodity for local farmers.

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Masimera Heritage Site

Masimera is a historical site closely linked to the history of the Temne chiefdoms.

Magbele Historical Port

Magbele on the Rokel River was a major river port for timber exports in the 19th century.