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Things to Do in Western Area From Davud Akhundzada
This guide turns I Didn't Expect To Experience These In Sierra Leone - Bounty Chocolate Advertisement Was Filmed Here from Davud Akhundzada into a practical travel map with 11 saved spots around Freetown, Koinadugu, and Dubaia. The mapped places include a mountain peak, a national park, an area marker, and a corporate office. Use it to understand the places and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Davud Akhundzada visited River Number Two Beach in Sierra Leone, where he navigated a mix of friendly and slightly aggressive interactions with local vendors while shopping for a hat. He was particularly struck by the beauty of the white sand, which he noted is famously formed by fish consuming coral. Despite some confusing social vibes from the locals, he appreciated the scenic landscape where the river meets the Atlantic Ocean.
What this map is good for
- Planning a corporate office stop or short itinerary in Freetown.
- Seeing where the mapped places sit together before choosing what to visit first.
- Saving 11 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Outamba Kilimi National Park
National Park in PXMF+3V4, Dubaia, Sierra Leone, Dubaia, North West Province, Sierra Leone - Embaessy of republic of guinea
Embassy in FQ86+MCF, Freetown, Sierra Leone, Freetown, Western Area, Sierra Leone
Hours: Hours available - Embassy of Liberia
Corporate Office in FPCH+GW5, Freetown, Sierra Leone, Freetown, Western Area, Sierra Leone
Hours: Hours available - Monuments and Relics Commission
Government Office in 96 Campbell St, Freetown, Sierra Leone, Tower Hill, Western Area, Sierra Leone
Hours: Hours available - Loma Mountains
Natural Feature in Loma Mountains, Sierra Leone, Koinadugu, Northern Province, Sierra Leone - Freetown
Area marker in Freetown, Sierra Leone, Freetown, Western Area, Sierra Leone - Sierra Leone
Country in Sierra Leone - Mount Bintumani
Mountain Peak in Mount Bintumani, Sierra Leone, Koinadugu, Northern Province, Sierra Leone - Gola Rainforest National Park
National Park in M585+G9Q, Sierra Leone, Kailahun, Sierra Leone - Löwenberge
Mountain Peak in Löwenberge, Sierra Leone, Western Area Rural, Western Area, Sierra Leone - Special Court
Courthouse in FQC5+GR9, Jomo Kenyatta Rd, Freetown, Sierra Leone, Tengbeh Town, Western Area, Sierra Leone
Experiences captured
- Visited River Number Two Beach in Sierra Leone
- Bargained for a brown hat at a local stall
- Interacted with local vendors and a tailor
- Explored a beachside kitchen area
- Met a man claiming to be from North Sudan
- Paid a tip to use a local toilet
- Observed the white sand and blue ocean waters
- Learned about the origin of the beach's white sand
Planning notes for Freetown
Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone, was established in 1792 on the Sierra Leone Peninsula. The city’s historical layout includes the Cotton Tree, a botanical landmark located in the central business district near the Law Courts and the National Museum. This museum houses ethnographic artifacts, including traditional masks and archaeological finds from the region. The architectural landscape of Freetown features Krio "Bod Os" (Board Houses). These structures are characterized by stone foundations.
Must-try foods nearby
- Cassava Leaves (Plassas)
Considered the national dish, these finely ground cassava leaves are slow-cooked with palm oil, peanut paste (groundnut), and a variety of meats or fish. - Groundnut Stew (Maafe)
A thick, creamy, and nutty stew made from roasted peanuts ground into a paste. It is typically simmered with chicken, beef, or fish. - Crain-Crain
A slippery, savory stew made from jute leaves (known locally as Crain-Crain). It has a similar texture to okra and is usually cooked with palm oil, dried fish. - Potato Greens
Sweet potato leaves are chopped and sautéed with palm oil, onions, and chili peppers. - Sierra Leonean Jollof Rice
Freetown's take on this West African classic is often distinguished by its use of parboiled rice and a slightly more tomato-forward, spicy base.
When to go: The best time to visit Freetown is during the dry season from November to April, when sunny skies and manageable humidity make it ideal for beaches and outdoor exploration. While temperatures remain consistently warm year-round.
Local tips
- Always use your right hand when greeting others, giving or receiving items, and eating, as the left hand is traditionally considered impolite.
- Utilize 'kekes' (tricycles) for affordable short-distance travel within the city, but ensure you agree on the fare before starting your journey.
- When dining, it is customary to wash your hands before the meal and wait for the eldest person at the table to begin eating first.
- Avoid walking alone on beaches or in poorly lit areas after dark, and keep your valuables out of sight to prevent opportunistic theft.
Official tourism resource
The official government portal for tourism in Sierra Leone, providing information on Freetown's heritage sites, beaches, and cultural attractions.
Planning questions
What are the best spots in Western Area from this video?
This guide maps all 11 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan your trip to Western Area.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this travel map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.