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Trip Planner:   Africa  /  Sierra Leone  /  Western Area  /  Freetown  /  Bunce Island

Bunce Island, Freetown

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#6 of 9 in Parks in Sierra Leone
Island · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
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Learn about the history of slave trade at Bunce Island. This island sits at the intersection of the Rokel River and Port Loko Creek near the capital; it stands near the natural harbor used by British slave-trading companies in 17th century. Walk the island, where African slaves were taken and shipped to the U.S., as it stretches over an area of 53,660 sq m (577,500 sq ft). A manor here stands as a reminder of the 1670’s post that served British slave traders. Add Bunce Island to your Freetown travel itinerary, and discover new vacation ideas by using our Freetown online trip itinerary builder.
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  • By ChrisS940
    Sea coach organised this well, with a very knowledgeable guide, who gave a very good account of the history of Bunce Island, and several other things to see on the way. We had a substantial lunch and....  more
    Sea coach organised this well, with a very knowledgeable guide, who gave a very good account of the history of Bunce Island, and several other things to see on the way. We had a substantial lunch and....  more »
  • By PalaeoGirl
    I visited Bunce Island as a day trip from the Tasso Island Ecological Project--a great way to see and explore both islands. The history of Bunce Island is made very real through a visit here. It is... 
    I visited Bunce Island as a day trip from the Tasso Island Ecological Project--a great way to see and explore both islands. The history of Bunce Island is made very real through a visit here. It is...  more »
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  • By Che Ce
    Great experience and way to know a piece of history…
  • By BenceDv
    5 stars because my name is Bence
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