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Reasons To Visit Freetown Lungi International

Freetown is the capital of Sierra Leone offering a wide range of fun activities and attractions for travelers. In the city two of the most popular attractions are the National Rail Museum and the Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary, both offering a fun day out for all the family. Located by the coast, there are also a number of beautiful beaches where you can soak up the sunshine. The most popular beach is Lumley Beach but you can head out to other quieter beaches if you want some serenity. Be sure to sample some of the local seafood cuisine during your stay, while you will also find many vibrant bars staying open through the night around the city.

Arriving In Freetown Lungi International

Freetown Lungi International Airport is the sole international airport serving Sierra Leone located around 25 km from the center of Freetown. The airport handles a range of regional and long-haul flights, although currently there are no direct flights available from the UAE to Freetown Lungi International. However, there are plenty of flight options available which would involve just a single stopover, so you can conveniently make the journey without too much hassle.

Freetown Lungi International Airport is comprised of a single passenger terminal and offers everything you would need in terms of facilities and amenities, although don’t expect a wide choice of options. There is a restaurant on-site where you can enjoy a meal, while you can also enjoy duty-free shopping during your stay or spend your time waiting in the airport lounge. Once your flight has arrived at the airport, one of the quickest ways to reach Freetown is to take a water taxi which takes just 30 minutes.

Freetown Lungi International Travel Information

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As a UAE national traveling to Sierra Leone, you’ll have to make a visa application before your journey in order to enter the country. In Freetown the weather is warm all year round with average highs of 28 to 31 degrees, with the warmest time of year falling between January to April. There is a lengthy rainy season in the region beginning in May through until October when it rains almost every single day. You will need to put your clocks back by four hours to get on local time in Freetown, while the price of many things like accommodation and eating out will tend to be a lot cheaper compared to the UAE.

* This information is correct as of April 2018

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