Bonthe - Wikipedia
Bonthe is a coastal town located on Sherbro Island in Bonthe District in the southern Province of Sierra Leone. The town lies on the eastern shore of Sherbro Island, on the Sherbro River estuary. Bonthe is about 60 miles south-west of Bo and 187 miles south-east of Freetown.
Bonthe | Port Town, Island Town, West Africa | Britannica
Bonthe, Atlantic seaport, southwestern Sierra Leone. It lies on the eastern shore of Sherbro Island, on the Sherbro River estuary. A 19th-century British control post against the slave trade, it was settled by freed African slaves and grew as a shipping port for agricultural products.
Sherbro Island and Bonthe | Sierra Leone Tourism
Relax and slow down in Sherbro Island, best known for its coastal town Bonthe, once a bustling shipping port settled by freed enslaved people. Absorb its decadent atmosphere, with the remains of colonial buildings and Krio board houses, learn about history and enjoy home-cooked meals. How to get there?
Bonthe District - Wikipedia
Bonthe District is a district that comprises several islands and mainland of the Atlantic Ocean in the Southern Province of Sierra Leone. Bonthe is one of the sixteen districts of Sierra Leone. Its capital is the town of Bonthe Island and its largest city is Bonthe, [2] on Sherbro Island. [3] .
Sherbro Island - Wikipedia
Sherbro Island is in the Atlantic Ocean, and is included within Bonthe District, Southern Province, Sierra Leone. The island is separated from the African mainland by the Sherbro River in the north and Sherbro Strait in the east.
Bonthe on Sherbro Island, Sierra Leone - Transnational …
Jan 22, 2023 · This is Bonthe, a small town on the island of Sherbro located just off the West African Guinea coast. The remote tropical location is six hours drive from Sierra Leone’s Freetown and 45 minutes speedboat through a maze of mangrove lined coastline.
Bonthe – tranquil, forgotten, and wildly tropical - Visit Sierra Leone
Bonthe is like a sun-bleached photo taken of an exotic island town, where you can see things once were bright and new, but now all that’s left is a vague image of what used to be. And there’s a melancholic beauty to that.
Top 20 Places to See in Bonthe, Sierra Leone | Gems.Travel
Bonthe is a small town located on the southwestern coast of Sierra Leone. It is the only port in the country, making it a popular destination for visitors. With its stunning beaches, lush rainforest, and a variety of cultural attractions, Bonthe is a great place to explore. Here are the top 20 places to see in Bonthe, Sierra Leone. 1.
Bonthe: top 10 attractions to visit - Discovering Sierra Leone
Located on Sherbro Island off the coast of Sierra Leone, Bonthe is a hidden gem for travelers seeking an authentic African experience. With its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning natural landscapes, Bonthe offers a unique blend of attractions that are sure to captivate every visitor.
Bonthe – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
Bonthe is a charming and friendly town on the south end of Sherbro Island in Sierra Leone. Bonthe is a fishing town and the only substantial settlement on Sherbro Island. Bonthe was settled in the 17th century by the Royal African Company who used it as a based to fight slave traders.